With almost 20 movies and TV shows, Mike Faist is definitely an actor to keep an eye on. Since his first role as Tony in the 2012 drama “The Unspeakable Act,” he has continued to mark his name in the indie business, to then step out in Hollywood.
Nevertheless, his big breakout was not on screen, but on theatre. Faist’s performance as Connor Murphy in the multi-award-winning musical “Dear Evan Hansen” is what caught everyone’s eyes, including Spielberg’s, who would later cast him as one of the leads in the “West Side Story” remake.
However, his greatest success is exclusively tied to “Challengers,” which is poised to be one of the greatest box office hits of the year. If you fell in love with his character, check out what his best works are and where to watch them.
Mike Faist’s best movies and TV shows
Pinball: The Man Who Saved the Game — 2022
The comedy movie is inspired by the life of Roger Sharpe, a GQ journalist and avid pinball enthusiast instrumental in overturning New York City’s 35-year ban on pinball in 1976. It explores the journey that led to his renowned nickname, “The Pinball Wizard.”
Cast: Mike Faist, Cristal Reed, Dennis Boutsikaris, Christopher Convery, Connor Ratliff, Mike Doyle, Bryan Batt and more.
Available on Prime Video.
West Side Story — 2021
Spielberg’s remake of the classic musical portrays the tale of Maria and Tony, two adolescents from contrasting backgrounds who are meant to be enemies. However, their differences only serve to intensify their love for each other.
Cast: Ansel Elgort, Rachel Zegler, Mike Faist, Ariana DeBose, David Alvarez, Rita Moreno, Brian d’Arcy James, and more.
Available on Disney+.
Panic — 2021
This teen drama television series spans ten episodes, centering on 23 teenagers who, after graduating from high school, enter the Pannic Competition. The game is an annual event where seniors confront their greatest fears through various challenges to win a prize of $50K and a chance to leave Texas behind.
Cast: Olivia Scott Welch, Mike Faist, Jessica Sula, Ray Nicholson, Camron Jones,
Enrique Murciano, Todd Williams, Lee Eddy and more.
Available on Prime Video.
The Atlantic City Story — 2020
Romantic drama following a woman dissatisfied with her marriage as she escapes to Atlantic City for a weekend getaway. There, she encounters a young gambler, and together, they forge a unique and profound bond.
Cast: Jessica Hecht, Mike Faist, Gary Wilmes, Scott Banks, Bill Beydoun, Scott Breiner, Kelly Brennan and Alexander Carney.
Available on Roku and Tubi.
Wildling — 2018
This horror fantasy film centers on Anna, a young girl from Onatah County who spends her childhood confined to the basement of her house, as her father claims there’s a monster lurking outside. However, as Anna grows older, the true nature of her father’s justification for keeping her locked away takes a chilling turn.
Cast: Bel Powley, Brad Dourif, Liv Tyler, Collin Kelly-Sordelet, Mike Faist, James Le Gros, Troy Ruptash, Keenan Jolliff and more.
Available on AMC+.
I Can I Will I Did — 2017
The drama follows Ben, a young boy who endures relentless bullying at school and is involved in a car accident during one of his altercations. As he struggles with a slow recovery and loses faith in himself, his life takes a transformative turn when he encounters Taekwondo Master Kang.
Cast: Ik Jo Kang, Mike Faist, Ellie Lee, Jack DiFalco, Soraya Butler, Kyliegh Curran, Cornelius Davidson, and more.
Available on Fubo.
