Michael Sarrazin
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Michael Sarrazin (May 22, 1940 – April 17, 2011) was a Canadian film and television actor who found fame opposite Jane Fonda in the drama film They Shoot Horses, Don't They? (1969). Description above from the Wikipedia article Michael Sarrazin, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Michael Sarrazin reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 49 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Michael Sarrazin'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 14% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Michael Sarrazin remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in They Shoot Horses, Don't They?, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Michael Sarrazin Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Michael Sarrazin's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Michael Sarrazin.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | On the Road | Irish Catholic Priest | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | The Christmas Choir | Henry Brockman | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Tripping the Wire: A Stephen Tree Mystery | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | FearDotCom | Frank Bryant | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | The Second Arrival | Prof. Nelson Zarcoff | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | Earthquake in New York | Dr. Robert Trask | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | Thunder Point | Crawford | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | The Peacekeeper | Lt. Colonel Douglas Murphy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | Midnight Man | Tayi | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | Crackerjack 2 | Smith | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | Midnight in Saint Petersburg | Craig | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Bullet to Beijing | Craig | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | La Florida | Romeo Laflamme | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | Lena's Holiday | Jan MacKenzie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | The Phone Call | Michael Henderson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | Passion and Paradise | Mike Vincent | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Malarek | Moorcraft | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Captive Hearts | Sergeant McManus | Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Mascara | Bert Sanders | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Keeping Track | Daniel Hawkins | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Joshua Then and Now | Kevin Hornby | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | The Train Killer | Matuska Szilveszter / Prokopp István | Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Fighting Back | Vince Morelli | Average | Similar → |
| 1982 | The Seduction | Brandon | Average | Similar → |
| 1980 | Double Negative | Michael Taylor | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | Caravans | Mark Miller | Flop | Similar → |
| 1976 | The Gumball Rally | Michael Bannon (Cobra Team) | Average | Similar → |
| 1976 | The Loves and Times of Scaramouche | Scaramouche | Flop | Similar → |
| 1975 | The Reincarnation of Peter Proud | Peter Proud | Average | Similar → |
| 1974 | Frankenstein: The True Story | The Creature | Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | For Pete's Sake | Pete Robbins | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | Harry in Your Pocket | Ray Haulihan | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | Cowboy and Indian | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1972 | The Groundstar Conspiracy | John David Welles / Peter Bellamy | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | The Flim Flam Man | Curley | Flop | Similar → |
| 1971 | Sometimes a Great Notion | Leland 'Lee' Stamper | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | Believe in Me | Remy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1971 | The Pursuit of Happiness | William Popper | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | They Shoot Horses, Don't They? | Robert Syverton | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | In Search of Gregory | Gregory Mulvey | Flop | Similar → |
| 1969 | Eye of the Cat | Wylie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1968 | The Sweet Ride | Denny McGuire | Flop | Similar → |
| 1968 | Journey to Shiloh | Miller Nalls | Flop | Similar → |
| 1968 | A Man Called Gannon | Jess Washburn | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | The Flim-Flam Man | Curley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | Gunfight in Abilene | Cord Decker | Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Doomsday Flight | Army Corporal | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | You're No Good | Eddie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1961 | Everybody's Prejudiced | Packer Jr. | Flop | Similar → |
Michael Sarrazin - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Michael Sarrazin?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Michael Sarrazin is "They Shoot Horses, Don't They?" with a rating of 7.6/10.
How many movies has Michael Sarrazin acted in?
Michael Sarrazin has been featured in at least 49 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Michael Sarrazin?
Other notable films include "Frankenstein: The True Story", "Sometimes a Great Notion", and "The Flim-Flam Man".