Orlando Wells

Acting

Freshness: Jan 19, 2026

13Total Films

8.0 Highest Rated

Born: Jun 9, 1973

Birth Place: Tonbridge, Kent, England, UK

About Orlando Wells

Orlando Wells is a British actor and writer. He is the son of actress Susannah York.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Orlando Wells reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 13 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Orlando Wells'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 38% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Orlando Wells remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Great San Francisco Earthquake, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Orlando Wells Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Orlando Wells's career based on audience ratings.

★8.0

The Great San Francisco Earthquake (2006) movie poster

★8.0

The Great San Francisco Earthquake — The Mayor of San Francisco discovers he is to be charged with corruption just hours before the city is leveled by a mass

The Great San Francisco Earthquake

2006•Drama

★7.7

★7.7

The King's Speech — The King's Speech tells the story of the man who became King George VI, the father of Queen Elizabeth II. After his brot

The King's Speech

2010•Drama

★7.6

★7.6

Maurice — After his lover rejects him, Maurice attempts to come to terms with his sexuality within the restrictiveness of Edwardia

Maurice

1987•Drama

★7.5

★7.5

A Christmas Carol — Miser Ebenezer Scrooge is awakened on Christmas Eve by spirits who reveal to him his own miserable existence, what oppor

A Christmas Carol

1984•Drama

★6.6

★6.6

Wilde — Oscar Wilde is a married playwright who has occasionally indulged his weakness for male suitors. After much toil, Wilde

Wilde

1997•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Orlando Wells.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2010	The King's Speech	Duke of Kent	Super Hit	Similar →
2008	The Marchioness Disaster	Ian Philpott	Average	Similar →
2008	The Marchioness Disaster	Iain Philpott	Average	Similar →
2007	Midsummer Madness	Curt	Average	Similar →
2007	A Very British Sex Scandal	Lord Montagu	Average	Similar →
2006	The Great San Francisco Earthquake	James Hopper	Super Hit	Similar →
1998	A Rather English Marriage	Dogleg	Flop	Similar →
1998	Mosley	Cecil Beaton	Average	Similar →
1997	Wilde	Undergraduate	Hit	Similar →
1987	Maurice	Young Maurice	Super Hit	Similar →
1985	Mister Skeeter	Jamie	Flop	Similar →
1984	A Christmas Carol	Little Boy Cratchit	Super Hit	Similar →
1983	The Ploughman's Lunch	Tom Fox	Flop	Similar →

Orlando Wells - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Orlando Wells?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Orlando Wells is "The Great San Francisco Earthquake" with a rating of 8.0/10.

How many movies has Orlando Wells acted in?

Orlando Wells has been featured in at least 13 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Orlando Wells?

Other notable films include "The King's Speech", "Maurice", and "A Christmas Carol".