James McArdle
ActingAbout James McArdle
James McArdle is a Scottish actor from Glasgow. Having worked as a child actor in films, he trained at RADA, graduating in 2010. In his graduation year he appeared in Macbeth at The Globe and starred in the summer smash hit Spur of the Moment by Anya Reiss at the Royal Court Theatre in London. He then played in plays such as A Month in the Country by Ivan Turgenev, Chariots of Fire by Mike Bartlett and Platonov for which he won the Ian Charleson Award. On screens, he is known for movies such as Star Wars: The Force Awakens (2015), '71 (2014) and Salting the Battlefield (2014).
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of James McArdle 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: Drama
The majority of James McArdle's filmography leans towards the Drama 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 60% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), James McArdle remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in National Theatre Live: Angels In America — Part Two: Perestroika, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best James McArdle Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from James McArdle's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of James McArdle.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Four Mothers | Edward | Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | The Tragedy of Macbeth | Macbeth | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | Ammonite | Roderick Murchison | Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | Scott and Laura | Scott | Flop | Similar → |
| 2018 | Mary Queen of Scots | James, Earl of Moray | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | National Theatre Live: Angels In America — Part Two: Perestroika | Louis Ironson/The Angel Australia | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | National Theatre Live: Angels In America — Part One: Millennium Approaches | Louis Ironson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | On the Road | Joe | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | The Chamber | Parks | Flop | Similar → |
| 2015 | Star Wars: The Force Awakens | Niv Lek | Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Salting the Battlefield | Ted Finch | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | Private Peaceful | Lt. Buckland | Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Best Possible Taste: The Kenny Everett Story | Toby | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | Page Eight | Ted Finch | Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | Recycled | - | Flop | Similar → |
James McArdle - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of James McArdle?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring James McArdle is "National Theatre Live: Angels In America — Part Two: Perestroika" with a rating of 8.1/10.
How many movies has James McArdle acted in?
James McArdle has been featured in at least 15 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by James McArdle?
Other notable films include "National Theatre Live: Angels In America — Part One: Millennium Approaches", "The Tragedy of Macbeth", and "Star Wars: The Force Awakens".