Martin Sheen made his breakthrough in Hollywood with his role as 'Timmy Cleary' in the film ‘The Subject Was Roses’ (1968). He has appeared in several films, including hits like ‘Catch – 22’ (1970), ‘Hearts of Darkness: A Filmmaker’s Apocalypse’ (1991), ‘They Killed Sister Dorothy’ (2008), and ‘Princess of the Row’ (2019).
His movie ‘Echelon Conspiracy’ (2009) was a box office disaster.
Sheen has also directed the film ‘Cadence’ (1990), where he has appeared alongside his sons, Charlie and Ramon Sheen.
He is known for playing the role of fictional president 'Josiah Bartlet' in the drama series ‘The West Wing’ (1999 - 2006) for which he won a 'Golden Globe' award for 'Best Actor – Television Series Drama.'
His other high rated performances on television include the series ‘Tales from the Crypt’ (1993), ‘Last Week Tonight With John Oliver’ (2014), and ‘Grace and Frankie’ (2015).
His role in ‘Total Recall 2070’ (1999) and ‘Anger Management’ (2012) failed to make an impact on the audience.