John Kavanagh
ActingCareer Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of John Kavanagh reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of John Kavanagh'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 24% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), John Kavanagh remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Braveheart, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best John Kavanagh Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from John Kavanagh's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of John Kavanagh.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Irish Crime: Torn Souls | Arthur Browne | Average | Similar → |
| 2024 | Baltimore | Sir Alfred Beit | Average | Similar → |
| 2021 | The Last Duel | Le Gris' Priest | Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | Riverdance: The Animated Adventure | Gatekeeper (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 2019 | Supervized | Windsor | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | Florence Foster Jenkins | Arturo Toscanini | Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | In Secret | Inspector Michaud | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | The Invisible Woman | Reverend Benham | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | The Stag | Fionan and Little Kevin's Dad | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | Closing the Ring | Reverend Smith | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | The Tiger's Tail | Harry | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | The Black Dahlia | Emmett Linscott | Average | Similar → |
| 2004 | Alexander | Parmenion | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | Mystics | Gerry the Barman | Flop | Similar → |
| 2003 | Benedict Arnold: A Question of Honor | Judge Shippen | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | Pete's Meteor | Sergeant Maloney | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | Sinners | Frank | Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | Puckoon | Haggerty | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | Last Days in Dublin | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | Vicious Circle | Charlie Rice | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | Dancing at Lughnasa | Father Carlin | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | The Butcher Boy | Dr. Boyd | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | The Informant | IRA Chief | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | Some Mother's Son | Cardinal | Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Shadow of a Gunman | Adolphus Grigson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Braveheart | Craig | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Sharpe's Sword | Father Curtis | Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Circle of Friends | Brian Mahon | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | Widows' Peak | Canon Murtagh | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | Love Lies Bleeding | Sean Kerrigan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | Bad Company | Patrick Molloy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | Into the West | Hartnett | Average | Similar → |
| 1991 | Children of the North | Seamus Reilly | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Arise and Go Now | Father Dade | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | Events at Drimaghleen | Superintendent O'Kelly | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | August Saturday | Tom Crosbie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Fools of Fortune | Johnny Lacy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Who Bombed Birmingham? | Z | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Joyriders | Manager | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Bellman and True | Donkey | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | The Fantasist | Robert Foxley | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | The Price | Kearney | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | Children in the Crossfire | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | Cal | Skeffington | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | The Country Girls | James | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | Attracta | Mr. Devereux | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | The Ballroom of Romance | Bowser Egan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | Revival: Pearse's Concept of Ireland | Patrick Pearse | Flop | Similar → |
| 1971 | A Week in the Life of Martin Cluxton | Priest | Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | The McKenzie Break | - | Average | Similar → |
John Kavanagh - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of John Kavanagh?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring John Kavanagh is "Braveheart" with a rating of 7.9/10.
How many movies has John Kavanagh acted in?
John Kavanagh has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by John Kavanagh?
Other notable films include "The Last Duel", "Sinners", and "Sharpe's Sword".