Michael Schoeffling
Biography
Michael Schoeffling is an American former actor and male model. Born on December 10, 1960, in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania, USA. He is known for his acting credits, with a total of 12 known credits. Schoeffling's acting career has been associated with various film roles, including portrayals in Sixteen Candles, Vision Quest, and Mermaids. As a male model, he has also gained recognition. Schoeffling's acting credits are documented on The Movie Database, where he has a content score of 100.
Career overview
Michael Schoeffling is an American former actor. He has been involved in the acting profession, with a total of 12 known credits. Schoeffling's acting career has spanned various roles, with notable performances in several films.
One of his most recognizable roles is in the film Sixteen Candles, where he played the character Jake Ryan. He has also appeared in Vision Quest, where he portrayed the character Kuch, and in Mermaids, where he played the character Joe. These performances have contributed to his recognition in the film industry.
As a male model, Schoeffling has also been involved in the entertainment industry, although the details of his modeling career are not specified in the available information. His acting career has been marked by a range of roles, with a focus on film performances.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
13 titles- Wild Hearts Can't Be Broken (1991) as Al Carver
- Mermaids (1990) as Joe Porretti
- Longtime Companion (1989) as Michael
- Slaves of New York (1989) as Jan
- Let's Get Harry (1986) as Corey
- Belizaire the Cajun (1986) as Hypolite Leger
- Vision Quest (1985) as Kuch
- Sylvester (1985) as Matt
- Sixteen Candles (1984) as Jake Ryan
- Racing with the Moon (1984) as Amputee Soldier (uncredited)
- The Hitchhiker (1983) as Lance
- American Playhouse (1982) as Hypolite Leger
- American Playhouse (1982) as Michael
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What movies or TV shows is Michael Schoeffling best known for?
Michael Schoeffling is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Mermaids (1990), Vision Quest (1985), Sixteen Candles (1984), Racing with the Moon (1984).
When and where was Michael Schoeffling born?
Michael Schoeffling was born on December 10, 1960 in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania, USA.
How many credits does Michael Schoeffling have?
Michael Schoeffling has accumulated over 13 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1982 to 1991.
What is Michael Schoeffling's background in cinema and television?
Michael Schoeffling is an American former actor and male model. Born on December 10, 1960, in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania, USA. He is known for his acting credits, with a total of 12 known credits. Schoeffling's acting career has been associated with various film roles, including portrayals in Sixteen Candles, Vision Qu...
Michael Schoeffling by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- Sixteen Candles (1984) as Jake Ryan — aged about 23
- Mermaids (1990) as Joe Porretti — aged about 29
- American Playhouse (1982) as Hypolite Leger — aged about 21
- American Playhouse (1982) as Michael — aged about 21
- Vision Quest (1985) as Kuch — aged about 24
- Racing with the Moon (1984) as Amputee Soldier (uncredited) — aged about 23
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