Gerard Ryder

Acting

Freshness: Jan 21, 2026

8Total Films

6.1 Highest Rated

Born: Oct 26, 1950

Birth Place: Wigan, Lancashire, England, UK

About Gerard Ryder

Gerard Ryder was born on October 26, 1950. He was an actor, known for BBC2 Playhouse (1973), Get Some In! (1975) and Venom (1981). He died on June 16, 2021.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Gerard Ryder reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 8 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Comedy

The majority of Gerard Ryder'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 0% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Gerard Ryder remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in A Nightingale Sang In Berkeley Square, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Gerard Ryder Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Gerard Ryder's career based on audience ratings.

★6.1

A Nightingale Sang In Berkeley Square (1980) movie poster

★6.1

A Nightingale Sang In Berkeley Square: An American ex-con who is trying to go straight is persuaded to be the inside man for an audacious bank job in central L

A Nightingale Sang In Berkeley Square

1980•Crime

★5.6

★5.6

Venom: International terrorists attempt to kidnap a wealthy couple's child. Their plan comes unstuck, however, when a deadly Bl

Venom

1981•Horror

★0.0

★0.0

Trotsky is Dead: 'It's as if the revolution was here again. They are storming the Winter Palace on my own doorstep.' In Palmerston Road,

Trotsky is Dead

1976

★0.0

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Summer School: A motley band of suburbanites arrives at a summer school to simulate life in an Iron Age village. However, the village i

Summer School

1983•Comedy

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Jack Point: Rivalry at a local Gilbert and Sullivan Society over who will play Jack Point in the Silver Jubilee production. Rowland

Jack Point

1973•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Gerard Ryder.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1983	Summer School	Jake	Flop	Similar →
1981	Venom	Smith	Average	Similar →
1980	The Happy Autumn Fields	Cousin Theodore	Flop	Similar →
1980	A Nightingale Sang In Berkeley Square	Phil	Average	Similar →
1979	Sweet Wine of Youth	Hugh Dalton	Flop	Similar →
1977	Love on a Gunboat	Forcett	Flop	Similar →
1976	Trotsky is Dead	Ivan	Flop	Similar →
1973	Jack Point	Clive Bates	Flop	Similar →

Gerard Ryder - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Gerard Ryder?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Gerard Ryder is "A Nightingale Sang In Berkeley Square" with a rating of 6.1/10.

How many movies has Gerard Ryder acted in?

Gerard Ryder has been featured in at least 8 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Gerard Ryder?

Other notable films include "Venom", "Trotsky is Dead", and "Summer School".