Malcolm Shields

Acting

Freshness: Jan 22, 2026

19Total Films

7.7 Highest Rated

About Malcolm Shields

Malcolm Shields is a British actor.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Malcolm Shields reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 19 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Malcolm Shields'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 42% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Malcolm Shields remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in I, Daniel Blake, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Malcolm Shields Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Malcolm Shields's career based on audience ratings.

★7.7

★7.7

I, Daniel Blake: A middle aged carpenter, who requires state welfare after injuring himself, is joined by a single mother in a similar sc

I, Daniel Blake

2016•Drama

★7.1

★7.1

Different for Girls: Paul and Kim meet when their vehicles collide. Paul is fascinated with the attractive Kim. It turns out that the two wer

Different for Girls

1996•Comedy

★7.0

Crying with Laughter (2009) movie poster

★7.0

Crying with Laughter: Powerfully redemptive and darkly comedic revenge thriller set in the vicious world of stand-up comedy, starring Stephen

Crying with Laughter

2009•Comedy

★6.9

★6.9

Perfect Sense: In Glasgow, Scotland, while a mysterious pandemic begins to spread around the world, Susan, a brilliant epidemiologist,

Perfect Sense

2011•Drama

★6.8

★6.8

Home: A local council worker inspects three homes.

Home

1998•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Malcolm Shields.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2020	Dad Was	Dad	Flop	Similar →
2019	Headcleaner	George	Flop	Similar →
2018	Wasteland	Trainor	Hit	Similar →
2016	I, Daniel Blake	Scotsman	Super Hit	Similar →
2011	Perfect Sense	Patient	Hit	Similar →
2009	Crying with Laughter	Frank Archer	Hit	Similar →
2007	Death Defying Acts	Leith Romeo	Average	Similar →
2007	Hallam Foe	Kilt Man	Hit	Similar →
2002	The Hound of the Baskervilles	Knight	Average	Similar →
2002	Pork Chop	-	Flop	Similar →
2001	The Lost World	Lead Ape / Choreography	Average	Similar →
2000	The Girl in the Lay-by	Butch	Flop	Similar →
1999	Poached	-	Flop	Similar →
1998	Home	Young	Hit	Similar →
1998	The Acid House	Workmate	Average	Similar →
1998	Orphans	DD Duncan	Hit	Similar →
1998	No One Sees Black	-	Flop	Similar →
1998	Pan-Fried	-	Flop	Similar →
1996	Different for Girls	Soldier	Hit	Similar →

Malcolm Shields - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Malcolm Shields?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Malcolm Shields is "I, Daniel Blake" with a rating of 7.7/10.

How many movies has Malcolm Shields acted in?

Malcolm Shields has been featured in at least 19 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Malcolm Shields?

Other notable films include "Different for Girls", "Crying with Laughter", and "Perfect Sense".