Michael (1996 film) the box office. Released on Christmas Day, "Michael" finished number one at the box office that weekend, grossing $17,435,711 (roughly $3.4 million more than 2nd place "Jerry Maguire", which was in its 3rd week). The total domestic gross was $95,318,203, ranking "Michael" #16 for the year 1996. Michael (1996 film) Michael is a 1996 American fantasy film directed by Nora Ephron. The film stars John Travolta as the Archangel Michael, who is sent to Earth to do various tasks, including mending some wounded hearts. The cast also includes Andie MacDowell, William Hurt, Bob Hoskins, Joey Lauren Adams and Robert Pastorelli
Michael Byrne (actor) ill man with Motor Neuron Disease and his friendship with clinical lead Connie Beauchamp. He plays Bruce Titchener in "The Archers". Michael Byrne (actor) Michael Byrne (born 7 November 1943) is an English actor noted for his roles in the National Theatre, Hollywood films, and television shows. Byrne was born in London, England to Helen Byrne of Kilkenny, Ireland, a single parent. Byrne is a long established stage actor, having joined the National Theatre in 1964 and appearing in many seasons since. He has also appeared on stage throughout the world. He has numerous theatre credits to his name including: