Michael Horse
Biography
Michael Horse is an American actor known for his portrayals of Native American characters in film and television. He was born Michael James Heinrich in Los Angeles, California, on December 21, 1949. His mother was Swedish and his adoptive father was born in Florida to parents from Austria. Horse's mother passed away in California in 2004. He has appeared in numerous films and television shows, including The Legend of the Lone Ranger, a 1981 film in which he played the role of Tonto, and the short film The C, directed by David Lynch. Horse has also been associated with the Twin Peaks series. He has a total of 75 known credits in the acting field.
Career overview
Michael Horse is an American actor known for his portrayals of Native American characters in film and television. He made his film debut in the 1981 film The Legend of the Lone Ranger, where he played the role of Tonto. Before taking the role, Horse had expressed concern that the character might be perceived as a stereotype.
Horse has appeared in various films and television shows throughout his career. He is known for his work in David Lynch's short film The C, although specific details about the film are not provided. Horse has also been associated with the Twin Peaks franchise, although the exact nature of his involvement is not specified.
Michael Horse has a long and varied acting career, with numerous credits to his name. He has appeared in at least 75 known projects, although specific details about these credits are not provided. Horse has worked in a range of genres and has been recognized for his contributions to film and television.
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Full Filmography
82 titles- I Know Catherine, the Log Lady (2026) as Self
- The American Buffalo (2023) as (voice)
- Gift of Fear (2023) as Chance Riddle
- Welcome Home: Mary Reber and the Twin Peaks Palmer House (2021) as Self
- Motherland: Fort Salem (2020) as The Marshal
- The Call of the Wild (2020) as Edenshaw
- Lights Camera Bullshit (2018) as Narrator
- Godless (2017) as Chief Narrienta
- Dead Ant (2017) as Bigfoot
- Bad Binoculars (2017) as Self
- A Very Lovely Dream: One Week in Twin Peaks (2017) as Self
- The Man with the Gray Elevated Hair (2017) as Self
- Twin Peaks: The Missing Pieces (2014) as Deputy Tommy 'Hawk' Hill
- The Blacklist (2013) as Twamie Ullulaq
- Skinny Jo (2012) as Tombi
- Hell on Wheels (2011) as Native American
- Young Justice (2010) as Holling Longshadow (voice)
- Sons of Tucson (2010) as Mike Proudfoot
- Bone Eater (2008) as Storm Cloud
- Turok: Son of Stone (2008) as Lead Raider / Chief (voice)
- Secrets from Another Place: Creating Twin Peaks (2007) as Self
- All Grown Up! (2003)
- What's New, Scooby-Doo? (2002) as Leon Strongfeather (voice)
- Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron (2002) as Little Creek's Friend (voice)
- The Short Films of David Lynch (2002) as Self
- Birdseye (2002) as Pete Longshadow
- Kristin (2001) as Jonathan Stillwater
- Postcards From The Cast (2001) as Self
- Reflections on the Phenomenon of Twin Peaks (2001) as Self
- Malcolm in the Middle (2000) as Security Guy
- Malcolm in the Middle (2000) as Steve
- Jackie Chan Adventures (2000) as Muntab Leader (voice)
- Roswell (1999) as Owen Blackwood
- In the Blue Ground: A North of 60 Mystery (1999) as Andrew One Sky
- The Wild Thornberrys (1998) as Wildlife Ranger Sam Rainwater (voice)
- Star of Jaipur (1998) as Colonel Ironwood
- Shattered Illusions (1998) as Eddie
- The Legend of Calamity Jane (1997) as Chaynah Walker (voice)
- Superman: The Animated Series (1996)
- Superman: The Animated Series (1996) as Sky Sentry Operator (voice)
- Superman: The Animated Series (1996) as Ubu (voice)
- Arli$$ (1996) as Charlie Silvercloud
- The Real Adventures of Jonny Quest (1996) as Ames (voice)
- The Real Adventures of Jonny Quest (1996) as Eskimo (voice)
- Adventures from the Book of Virtues (1996) as Strong Wind / The Chief (voice)
- American Strays (1996) as Lead Cop
- American Strays (1996) Stunt Coordinator
- Navajo Blues (1996) as Begay
- Riders in the Storm (1995) as Dirty Bob
- Gargoyles (1994) as Peter Maza/Carlos Maza (voice)
- Gargoyles (1994) as Peter Maza (voice)
- Duckman (1994) as Big Chief Fancy Pants (voice)
- Life with Louie (1994)
- Lakota Woman: Siege at Wounded Knee (1994) as Dennis Banks
- The X-Files (1993) as Sheriff Charles Tskany
- Walker, Texas Ranger (1993) as John Red Cloud
- The Untouchables (1993) as George Steelman
- House of Cards (1993) as Stoker
- Passenger 57 (1992) as Forget
- The Torkelsons (1991) as David Blackwing
- P.S. I Luv U (1991)
- Twin Peaks (1990) as Tommy 'Hawk' Hill
- Bobby's World (1990)
- Twin Peaks (1989) as Deputy Tommy 'Hawk' Hill
- Deadly Weapon (1989) as Indian Joe
- Border Shootout (1989) as Dandy Jim
- The French as Seen by… (1988) as (Segment "The Cowboy and the Frenchman")
- The Cowboy and the Frenchman (1988) as Broken Feather
- Rented Lips (1988) as Bobby Leaping Mouse
- Buckeye and Blue (1988) as Cherokee Bill
- Longarm (1988) as Vasquez
- The Check is in the Mail... (1986) as Pool Attendant
- Amazing Stories (1985) as Indian
- Amazing Stories (1985) as male friend
- Hollywood Beat (1985) as Billy Night Eyes
- Knight Rider (1982) as Jonathan Eagle
- It Takes Two (1982)
- I Love Liberty (1982) as Self
- The Avenging (1982) as Josuah
- The Legend of the Lone Ranger (1981) as Tonto
- I Filmed Your Death as Andy Bones
- The Bench
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Michael Horse best known for?
Michael Horse is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Motherland: Fort Salem (2020), The Call of the Wild (2020), Godless (2017), The Blacklist (2013).
When and where was Michael Horse born?
Michael Horse was born on December 21, 1951 in Los Angeles, California, USA.
How many credits does Michael Horse have?
Michael Horse has accumulated over 82 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1981 to 2026.
What is Michael Horse's background in cinema and television?
Michael Horse is an American actor known for his portrayals of Native American characters in film and television. He was born Michael James Heinrich in Los Angeles, California, on December 21, 1949. His mother was Swedish and his adoptive father was born in Florida to parents from Austria. Horse's mother passed away in...