Mike Starr
ActingAbout Mike Starr
Mike Starr (born July 29, 1950) is a European-American businessman, entrepreneur, actor and producer. Known for his large size at 6' 5" (196 cm), he has typically been typecast as playing thugs or henchmen. Starr was born in Flushing, Queens, New York to a retail employee mother and a meatpacker father. His older brother Beau Starr is also an actor. Mike Starr is a graduate of Hofstra University. He and his family reside in Riverdale, New York.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Mike Starr reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Mike Starr'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 62% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Mike Starr remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Common Ground, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Mike Starr Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Mike Starr's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Mike Starr.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Til Death Do Us Part | Father | Average | Similar → |
| 2023 | Sweetwater | Eddie Gottlieb | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | Prism | Jim (Chapter 2: Changeless) | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | Kill the Irishman | Leo "Lips" Moceri | Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | Ca$h | Melvin Goldberg | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | Black Dynamite | Rafelli | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | The History of 'Cruising' | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Exorcising 'Cruising' | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | Jesse Stone: Night Passage | Chief Lou Carson | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | Still Dumb After All These Years | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | The Ice Harvest | Roy Gelles | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | Jane Doe: The Wrong Face | Kramer | Average | Similar → |
| 2004 | Jersey Girl | Block | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | Knockaround Guys | Bobby Boulevard | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | Summer of Sam | Eddie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | Gloria | Sean | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | Snake Eyes | Walt McGahn | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | Animals with the Tollkeeper | Young Felipe | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Hoodlum | Albert Salke | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | Path to Paradise: The Untold Story of the World Trade Center Bombing | Mahmud Abouhalima | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | Dear Diary | Fritz | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | James and the Giant Peach | Cop | Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Clockers | Thumper | Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | Dumb and Dumber | Joe Mentaliano | Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | Ed Wood | Georgie Weiss | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | Baby's Day Out | Jojo Ducky (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | Blown Away | Francis the Barkeeper | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | The Hudsucker Proxy | Newsroom Reporter | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Mad Dog and Glory | Harold | Average | Similar → |
| 1992 | The Bodyguard | Tony Scipelli | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Miller's Crossing | Frankie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | GoodFellas | Frenchy | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Common Ground | Terry Cattson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | A Shock to the System | Bum #3 | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | Born on the Fourth of July | Man #1 - Arthur's Bar | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Kojak: Ariana | Hamilton | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | Uncle Buck | Pooter-the-Clown | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Last Exit to Brooklyn | Security Guard | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | New York Stories | Hardhat | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | Lean On Me | Mr. Zirella | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | The Appointments of Dennis Jennings | Doorman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Funny Farm | Crocker | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | Radio Days | Burglar | Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | The Money Pit | Lenny | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Stone Pillow | Man in Alley (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | The Protector | Hood #2 | Average | Similar → |
| 1985 | Cat's Eye | Ducky | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | The Last Dragon | Rock | Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | The Natural | Boone | Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | Cruising | Patrolman Desher | Hit | Similar → |
Mike Starr - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Mike Starr?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Mike Starr is "Common Ground" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Mike Starr acted in?
Mike Starr has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Mike Starr?
Other notable films include "GoodFellas", "The History of 'Cruising'", and "Still Dumb After All These Years".