Major Roles:
* The Jewel of the Nile (1985): As Omar, the goofy and hilarious sidekick to Jack Colton (played by Michael Douglas).
* The Music Man (1980): Playing the role of Winthrop Paroo, a shy young boy who is trying to find his place in the world.
* The Body (1983): As the coroner's assistant, who is trying to find the connection between several seemingly unrelated murders.
* Waterworld (1995): As the Deacon, a menacing and charismatic leader of a group of survivors in a post-apocalyptic world.
* The Green Mile (1999): Portraying the gentle giant, Eduard Delacroix "Del" a.k.a. "Mr. Jingles," a death row inmate with a special gift. This role earned him an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor.
Other Notable Films:
* The Fisher King (1991)
* Airheads (1994)
* The Mask (1994)
* The Fan (1996)
* Dead Man on Campus (1998)
While Michael Jeter's career spanned over two decades, he unfortunately passed away in 2003. He left behind a legacy of memorable performances and is fondly remembered by movie fans for his talent and dedication.