Jim McManus

Acting

Freshness: Jan 22, 2026

17Total Films

7.7 Highest Rated

Born: May 19, 1940

Birth Place: Bristol, England, UK

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Jim McManus reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 17 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Jim McManus'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 35% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Jim McManus remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Jim McManus Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Jim McManus's career based on audience ratings.

★7.7

Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix (2007) movie poster

★7.7

Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix: Returning for his fifth year at Hogwarts, Harry is stunned to find that his warnings about the return of Lord Voldemort

Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix

2007•Adventure

★7.7

★7.7

Pride: In 1984, a group of LGBT activists decide to raise money to support the National Union of Mineworkers during their lengt

Pride

2014•Drama

★7.1

★7.1

Hornblower: Loyalty: Hornblower must deliver a French nobleman to a secret rendezvous near Brest, all while coping with enemy agents in his o

Hornblower: Loyalty

2003•War

★6.8

The Day the Earth Caught Fire (1961) movie poster

★6.8

The Day the Earth Caught Fire: British reporters suspect an international cover-up of a global disaster in progress... and they're right. Hysterical pa

The Day the Earth Caught Fire

1961•Sci-Fi

★6.5

★6.5

Easy Virtue: A young Englishman marries a glamorous American. When he brings her home to meet the parents, she arrives like a blast f

Easy Virtue

2008•Comedy

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Jim McManus.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2014	Pride	Old Man	Super Hit	Similar →
2008	Easy Virtue	Jackson	Hit	Similar →
2007	Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix	Barman	Super Hit	Similar →
2004	Night's Vampires	Ministro Russo	Flop	Similar →
2003	Hornblower: Loyalty	Pawnbroker	Hit	Similar →
2002	Lawless Heart	Chef	Flop	Similar →
1992	Running Late	Driver 1	Flop	Similar →
1991	Buddy's Song	Detective	Flop	Similar →
1988	Just Ask for Diamond	Hammett	Flop	Similar →
1987	The Trial of Klaus Barbie	Damian	Flop	Similar →
1980	Silver Dream Racer	Bike Salesman	Flop	Similar →
1979	Murder by Decree	Policeman (uncredited)	Average	Similar →
1978	Sweeney 2	Barman	Average	Similar →
1961	The Day the Earth Caught Fire	Man at Water Station (uncredited)	Hit	Similar →
1960	Beat Girl	Boy at the Off-Beat Café (uncredited)	Average	Similar →
1959	Danger Within	POW (uncredited)	Average	Similar →
1958	The Square Peg	New Recruit (uncredited)	Hit	Similar →

Jim McManus - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Jim McManus?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jim McManus is "Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix" with a rating of 7.7/10.

How many movies has Jim McManus acted in?

Jim McManus has been featured in at least 17 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Jim McManus?

Other notable films include "Pride", "Hornblower: Loyalty", and "The Day the Earth Caught Fire".