Updated Feb 20, 2026
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Known For
Actor
Occupations
Writer, Screenwriter
Birthday
(Saturday)
Nationality
Citizenship
Canada, United States
Political Party
Republican Party
Languages
English
Residences
Maple Ridge
Education
Dartmouth College, University of Detroit Jesuit High School and Academy, Cranbrook Schools, London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art
Zodiac Sign
♈ Aries
Chinese Zodiac
蛇 Snake
Name Origin
English < Biblical Hebrew (מִיכָאֵל)
Popularity
Tier B -- 28,733 Wikipedia views/month
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Screen debut
First screen credit at age 31
Year context
Born in 1941 -- Japan attacks Pearl Harbor; US enters World War II; Franklin D. Roosevelt was US president
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Career
Career spanning 34 years (1973-2007)
Zodiac
Born in the Year of the Snake
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Cultural Uplift
46
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Filmography (22)
AWARDS (11)
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Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Miniseries or a Movie
2002
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Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Miniseries or a Movie
2002
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Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Miniseries or a Movie
1978
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Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Miniseries or a Movie
1978
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Biography
Michael Moriarty (born April 5, 1941) is an American-Canadian actor of stage and screen, and a jazz musician. He played Benjamin Stone for four seasons on the TV series Law & Order.
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How old is Michael Moriarty?
Michael Moriarty is 84 years old, born on .
Where was Michael Moriarty born?
Michael Moriarty was born in Detroit, Michigan, USA.
What movies or shows has Michael Moriarty been in?
Michael Moriarty has 22 credits in our database. Notable titles include Hitler Meets Christ (2007), Woman Wanted (1999), The Art of Murder (1999), Courage Under Fire (1996), Children of the Dust (1995).
What is Michael Moriarty known for?
Michael Moriarty is primarily known as an actor. Michael Moriarty (born April 5, 1941) is an American-Canadian actor of stage and screen, and a jazz musician. He played Benjamin Stone for four seasons…
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You can find more about Michael Moriarty on IMDB, TMDB, Wikidata. Their full profile and filmography is available on this page.
