Michael Zelniker

Acting

Freshness: Jan 13, 2026

20Total Films

7.0 Highest Rated

Birth Place: Montreal, Quebec, Canada

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Michael Zelniker reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 20 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Michael Zelniker's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.

The "Box Office" Signature

With a 20% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Michael Zelniker remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Naked Lunch, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Michael Zelniker Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Michael Zelniker's career based on audience ratings.

Naked Lunch (1991) movie poster

Naked Lunch — Blank-faced bug killer Bill Lee and his dead-eyed wife, Joan, like to get high on Bill's pest poisons while lounging wit

Naked Lunch

1991•Crime

Bird (1988) movie poster

Bird — Saxophone player Charlie ‘Bird’ Parker comes to New York in 1940 and is quickly noticed for his remarkable way of playin

Bird

1988•Drama

Ticket to Heaven (1981) movie poster

Ticket to Heaven — David is a young man seduced by a religious cult that uses starvation, exhaustion, and brainwashing to mold recruits int

Ticket to Heaven

1981•Drama

Nature Unleashed: Earthquake (2005) movie poster

Nature Unleashed: Earthquake — An earthquake destroys a Russian Nuclear Power plant.

Nature Unleashed: Earthquake

2005•Action

Touch and Go (1986) movie poster

Touch and Go — A Chicago hockey star is accosted by a youth gang who attempt to rob him; after he chases them off he catches the younge

Touch and Go

1986•Comedy

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Michael Zelniker.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2023	The Issue with Tissue: A Boreal Love Story	Self	Flop	Similar →
2005	Nature Unleashed: Earthquake	Viktor	Hit	Similar →
2003	Rats	Ernst	Flop	Similar →
2002	Tornado Warning	Steve	Flop	Similar →
2001	After Image	Rye	Flop	Similar →
2000	Nostradamus	John Doe	Flop	Similar →
1998	Stuart Bliss	Stuart Bliss	Flop	Similar →
1996	Mercenary	Alan Bailey	Average	Similar →
1996	Within the Rock	Archer	Flop	Similar →
1991	Naked Lunch	Martin	Hit	Similar →
1991	Queens Logic	Marty	Average	Similar →
1989	The Neon Empire	Burt Stone	Average	Similar →
1988	Bird	Red Rodney	Hit	Similar →
1986	Touch and Go	McDonald	Average	Similar →
1983	A Case of Libel	David Strong	Flop	Similar →
1983	The Terry Fox Story	Doug Alward	Average	Similar →
1981	Ticket to Heaven	Danny	Hit	Similar →
1981	Heartaches	Andy	Flop	Similar →
1980	Pinball Summer	Greg	Flop	Similar →
1980	Hog Wild	Pete Crenshaw	Flop	Similar →

Michael Zelniker - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Michael Zelniker?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Michael Zelniker is "Naked Lunch" with a rating of 7.0/10.

How many movies has Michael Zelniker acted in?

Michael Zelniker has been featured in at least 20 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Michael Zelniker?

Other notable films include "Bird", "Ticket to Heaven", and "Nature Unleashed: Earthquake".