Peter Wight
ActingAbout Peter Wight
Peter Wight is a British character actor of stage, film and TV who is perhaps best known for his work with Mike Leigh on films such as Meantime, Naked, Vera Drake, Another Year and Mr Turner. Wight regularly plays a police officer - most notably in the BBC sitcom Early Doors and in the mid 90s BBC drama Out of the Blue, as well as films like Shiner, Atonement and The Look of Love - and has had numerous period roles in dramas such as Jane Eyre, Pride and Prejudice, Persuasion, and Our Mutual Friend. His other films include Hot Fuzz, Babel, Cass, and The Sense of an Ending.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Peter Wight reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Peter Wight'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 44% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Peter Wight remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Common Ground: Under Construction Notes, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Peter Wight Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Peter Wight's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Peter Wight.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | The Conjuring: Last Rites | Grandpa Smurl | Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | Cyrano | Ragueneau | Average | Similar → |
| 2021 | Early Doors - Live | Nige | Average | Similar → |
| 2020 | Uncle Vanya | Telegin | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Only You | Andrew | Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | Hamlet | Polonius | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | Brakes | Alan | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | Another Mother's Son | Rene | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | The Sense of an Ending | Colin Simpson | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | Ethel & Ernest | Detective Sergeant Burnley (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Trespass Against Us | Dog Owner | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | The Program | Sunday Times Editor | Average | Similar → |
| 2014 | Mr. Turner | Joseph Gillot | Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | The Look of Love | Police Inspector | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | Kon-Tiki | Spinden | Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Salmon Fishing in the Yemen | Tory Grandee - Angus Butler | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | Best Laid Plans | Roger | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | My Week with Marilyn | Lucy's Father | Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | Ghosted | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | Another Year | Ken | Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | Womb | Ralph | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | A Bunch of Amateurs | Mike Bell | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | Cass | Cecil | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | Common Ground: Under Construction Notes | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Flood | Johnson - Transport Chief | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | Persuasion | Admiral Croft | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Atonement | Police Inspector | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Hot Fuzz | Roy Porter | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | Babel | Tom | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | Kenneth Williams: Fantabulosa! | Charlie Williams | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | Lassie | Dr. Jarrett | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | Pride & Prejudice | Mr. Gardiner | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Heidi | Pastor | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Uncle Adolf | Heinrich Hoffman | Average | Similar → |
| 2004 | Vera Drake | Det. Inspector Webster | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | The Brides in the Bath | Charles Burnham | Flop | Similar → |
| 2003 | The Statement | Inspector Cholet | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | The Gathering | Dave Elford | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | Lucky Break | George Barratt | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | The Fourth Angel | M.P. | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | Shiner | Det. Insp. Grant | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | FairyTale: A True Story | Newspaper Editor | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | Jane Eyre | Clergyman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | Secrets & Lies | Father in Family Group | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Naked | Brian | Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Personal Services | Detective Gibson | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | Meantime | Estate Manager | Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | Murphy's Stroke | Betting Office Clerk | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | Murphy's Stroke | 1st Clerk Betting Office | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | Journey to the Center of the Earth | Laird Of Glendarick | Hit | Similar → |
Peter Wight - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Peter Wight?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Peter Wight is "Common Ground: Under Construction Notes" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Peter Wight acted in?
Peter Wight has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Peter Wight?
Other notable films include "Pride & Prejudice", "Hot Fuzz", and "Atonement".