Denis Kiely
ActingAbout Denis Kiely
Denis Kiely has been acting since 2008 as a children's entertainer and branched into stage and film acting in 2015. Denis wrote, produced, directed and starred in several films: 'Two Can Play That Game', a short film about a shopkeeper plagued by a shoplifting epidemic. 'A Cup of Sugar' is a heart tugging drama about an immigrant who is rejected and ridiculed by his boring and colorless neighbors in a middle-class conservative suburban Irish housing estate. Denis portrayed Frank McCann, an Irish murderer who burned his own home to kill his wife and niece in the Irish language TV production, 'Fir, Marú agus Grá' (translation: Men, Murder and Love). Denis played a murder victim in Myles Linehan's 'Smile' in 2016. Denis starred as the comical villain in two features from Brendan Hayes, Haze Productions, 'Macra Girl', 2016 and 'Inlaws & Outlaws', 2018. Denis starred as George in the Inkwell Theatre's production of Marc Camoletti's 'Don't Dress for Dinner' in 2016 and played Aidan, the reluctant groom in his own hit comedy stage production, 'Whiskey for the Brides' at Cork Arts Theatre in 2018.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Denis Kiely reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 15 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Denis Kiely's filmography leans towards the Comedy genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 20% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Denis Kiely remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Cowboy, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Denis Kiely Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Denis Kiely's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Denis Kiely.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Part Time Messiah | Shane | Flop | Similar → |
| 2024 | A Hell of a Difference | Peter | Flop | Similar → |
| 2024 | The Cowboy | Shane | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2024 | An Unnerving Realisation | David Burke | Flop | Similar → |
| 2024 | E.I.E.I.O | Séamus | Flop | Similar → |
| 2023 | Monochrome Menace!! | Peter Keating | Flop | Similar → |
| 2023 | Down A Cent | Father | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | A Cup of Sugar | Sugar Seeker | Flop | Similar → |
| 2021 | Virus Hunter II: Betrayed! | Virus Hunter | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | Virus Hunter | Virus Hunter | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | The Opposite | Father | Flop | Similar → |
| 2017 | Two Can Play That Game | Mr. Finnegan, the Shopkeeper | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | Smile | Businessman | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | ScarfFace | Johnny Banger | Flop | Similar → |
| 2015 | Macra Girl | Mr. Bacon | Flop | Similar → |
Denis Kiely - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Denis Kiely?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Denis Kiely is "The Cowboy" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Denis Kiely acted in?
Denis Kiely has been featured in at least 15 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Denis Kiely?
Other notable films include "Down A Cent", "Virus Hunter II: Betrayed!", and "Smile".