John Mackay

Acting

Freshness: Jan 22, 2026

10Total Films

10.0 Highest Rated

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of John Mackay reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 10 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of John Mackay'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), John Mackay remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in National Theatre Live: The Tragedy of King Richard the Second, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best John Mackay Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from John Mackay's career based on audience ratings.

★10.0

National Theatre Live: The Tragedy of King Richard the Second (2019) movie poster

★10.0

National Theatre Live: The Tragedy of King Richard the Second: Simon Russell Beale plays William Shakespeare’s Richard II, broadcast live from the stage of the Almeida Theatre in Lond

National Theatre Live: The Tragedy of King Richard the Second

2019•Drama

★8.0

★8.0

Cruella: In 1970s London amidst the punk rock revolution, a young grifter named Estella is determined to make a name for herself

Cruella

2021•Comedy

★7.6

★7.6

Hamnet: The powerful story of love and loss that inspired the creation of Shakespeare's timeless masterpiece, Hamlet.

Hamnet

2025•Drama

★7.0

★7.0

Living: London, 1953. Mr. Williams, a veteran civil servant, is an important cog within the city's bureaucracy as it struggles t

Living

2022•Drama

★6.9

★6.9

Ammonite: In 1840s England, palaeontologist Mary Anning and a young woman sent by her husband to convalesce by the sea develop an

Ammonite

2020•Romance

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of John Mackay.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2025	Hamnet	Priest	Super Hit	Similar →
2024	Blitz	Police Inspector	Average	Similar →
2022	Living	Jones	Hit	Similar →
2021	Cruella	House of Baroness Men	Super Hit	Similar →
2020	Ammonite	Fine Gentleman	Hit	Similar →
2019	Judy	Johnnie Ray	Hit	Similar →
2019	National Theatre Live: The Tragedy of King Richard the Second	Duke of York	Super Hit	Similar →
2016	Hampstead Theatre At Home: Wild	Man	Flop	Similar →
2016	Wild	Man	Flop	Similar →
2003	Doc Martin and the Legend of the Cloutie	Beast Spotter	Average	Similar →

John Mackay - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of John Mackay?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring John Mackay is "National Theatre Live: The Tragedy of King Richard the Second" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has John Mackay acted in?

John Mackay has been featured in at least 10 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by John Mackay?

Other notable films include "Cruella", "Hamnet", and "Living".