Marc Riley - Actor Profile

Marc Riley

Acting
Freshness: Jan 23, 2026
3Total Films
7.4 Highest Rated
Born: Jul 10, 1961
Birth Place: Manchester, England

About Marc Riley

DJ with BBC 6 Music. Marc started out in 1978 as a roadie and bass player in Mark E. Smith's post punk band The Fall, progressing to guitar and keyboards, but was sacked by Smith in 1983. From there, Riley formed his own band, The Creepers which disbanded in 1987. Riley is perhaps best known for his 'Mark and Lard' partnership in the 1990s with Mark Radcliffe on Radio 1, where the pair fronted several shows including the breakfast show and the afternoon slot. They formed the parody rock group The Shirehorses in the late 90s and presented several TV shows including Pop Upstairs, Downstairs for UK TV PLay and Match of the 90s for BBC1. They made their last broadcast on Radio 1 in 2004 and went their separate ways.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Marc Riley reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 3 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Documentary

The majority of Marc Riley's filmography leans towards the Documentary 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 33% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Marc Riley remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in King Rocker, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Marc Riley Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Marc Riley's career based on audience ratings.

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Marc Riley.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2020 King Rocker Self Hit Similar →
2005 The Fall: The Wonderful and Frightening World of Mark E. Smith Himself Average Similar →
2003 Dominator Decimator (voice) Flop Similar →

Marc Riley - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Marc Riley?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Marc Riley is "King Rocker" with a rating of 7.4/10.

How many movies has Marc Riley acted in?

Marc Riley has been featured in at least 3 major films throughout their career.