* The War Room (1993) - A documentary film about the Clinton presidential campaign in 1992.
* The Power Game (1993) - A series exploring the nature of political power.
* The Outsider (1995) - A film about Ross Perot's bid for the presidency in 1992.
* The Deal (2000) - A documentary about the secret deal between Tony Blair and Rupert Murdoch.
* Inside Downing Street (2002) - A series about the workings of the British government under Tony Blair.
* The Day Reagan Died (2004) - A documentary about the death of Ronald Reagan.
* The Queen (2006) - A documentary about Queen Elizabeth II.
* The Special Relationship (2010) - A documentary about the relationship between Tony Blair and George W. Bush.
* The Rise of the Murdoch Dynasty (2012) - A documentary about the life and career of Rupert Murdoch.
* The Fall of a Dynasty (2015) - A documentary about the decline of the Murdoch empire.
These are just a few examples of Michael Cockerell's prolific work. He has also directed and produced documentaries on a wide range of other subjects, including the Iraq War, the financial crisis, and the rise of social media.
While he's not known for acting, he's a highly respected filmmaker with a long and distinguished career.