Paul Curran

Acting

Freshness: Jan 25, 2026

15Total Films

6.5 Highest Rated

Born: Apr 28, 1913

Birth Place: Glasgow, Scotland, UK

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Paul Curran reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 15 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Paul Curran'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 7% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Paul Curran remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in King Lear, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Paul Curran Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Paul Curran's career based on audience ratings.

★6.5

★6.5

King Lear: An aging King invites disaster when he abdicates to his corrupt, toadying daughters and rejects his one loving, but hone

King Lear

1983•Drama

★6.4

★6.4

Twelfth Night: Sir Alec Guinness, Sir Ralph Richardson and Joan Plowright star in this merry on-stage mix-up of identity, gender and lo

Twelfth Night

1970•Drama

★6.2

The Doctor and the Devils (1985) movie poster

★6.2

The Doctor and the Devils: In Victorian England, graverobbers supply a wealthy doctor with bodies to research anatomy on, but greed causes them to

The Doctor and the Devils

1985•Horror

★6.0

★6.0

Jabberwocky: After the death of his father, young Dennis Cooper goes to town where he has to pass several adventures. The town and th

Jabberwocky

1977•Fantasy

★5.9

★5.9

John Paul Jones: The career of Revolutionary War naval hero John Paul Jones, from his youth in Scotland through his service to Catherine

John Paul Jones

1959•War

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Paul Curran.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1985	The Doctor and the Devils	Tom the Porter	Average	Similar →
1983	King Lear	Doctor	Hit	Similar →
1981	The Cherry Orchard	Firs	Flop	Similar →
1981	The Life and Times of David Lloyd George	Stanley Baldwin	Flop	Similar →
1979	The Human Factor	Halliday	Average	Similar →
1978	Tarry-Dan Tarry-Dan Scarey Old Spooky Man	Tarry-Dan	Flop	Similar →
1977	Jabberwocky	Mr Cooper Snr	Average	Similar →
1974	The Concert	Policeman	Flop	Similar →
1970	Twelfth Night	Sea Captain	Average	Similar →
1967	Much Ado About Nothing	Friar Francis	Average	Similar →
1965	A Knight in Tarnished Armour	Mr. Burnshaw	Flop	Similar →
1964	Nothing But the Best	Mr. Brewster	Average	Similar →
1961	The Big Deal	Wallet Britman	Flop	Similar →
1960	Where I Live	Dad	Flop	Similar →
1959	John Paul Jones	John Younger	Average	Similar →

Paul Curran - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Paul Curran?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Paul Curran is "King Lear" with a rating of 6.5/10.

How many movies has Paul Curran acted in?

Paul Curran has been featured in at least 15 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Paul Curran?

Other notable films include "Twelfth Night", "The Doctor and the Devils", and "Jabberwocky".