Philip O'Flynn

Acting

Freshness: Jan 25, 2026

13Total Films

7.1 Highest Rated

Birth Place: Cork, County Cork, Ireland

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Philip O'Flynn 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 Philip O'Flynn'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 15% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Philip O'Flynn remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Ryan's Daughter, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Philip O'Flynn Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Philip O'Flynn's career based on audience ratings.

★7.1

★7.1

Ryan's Daughter: In the wake of the 1916 Easter Rising, a married schoolteacher in a small Irish village has an affair with a troubled Br

Ryan's Daughter

1970•Romance

★6.9

★6.9

What a Carve Up!: Ernie's Uncle Gabriel has just died but to claim his inheritance he must spend the night in the ancestral family home wi

What a Carve Up!

1961•Horror

★6.4

★6.4

Young Cassidy: In Dublin circa 1911, John Cassidy (Rod Taylor), an impoverished idealist, whose ambitions are restricted by the demands

Young Cassidy

1965•Drama

★6.2

★6.2

Captain Lightfoot: In 1815, Michael Martin, member of an Irish revolutionary society, turns highwayman to support it, and soon becomes an o

Captain Lightfoot

1955•Adventure

★6.0

★6.0

This Other Eden: A small town plans to erect a monument in memory of an IRA rebel killed during the 1920s. The son of the English Colonel

This Other Eden

1959•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Philip O'Flynn.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1979	Katie: The Year of a Child	Doctor	Flop	Similar →
1971	This is Ireland	-	Flop	Similar →
1970	Ryan's Daughter	Paddy	Hit	Similar →
1967	The Violent Enemy	Inspector Sullivan	Average	Similar →
1967	The Viking Queen	Merchant	Flop	Similar →
1965	Young Cassidy	Mick Mullen	Average	Similar →
1962	The Quare Fellow	Prison Governor	Flop	Similar →
1962	A Guy Called Caesar	-	Flop	Similar →
1961	What a Carve Up!	Arkwright	Hit	Similar →
1960	Sally's Irish Rogue	'Mad' Henly	Flop	Similar →
1959	This Other Eden	The Postman	Average	Similar →
1958	Rooney	Paddy Ryan	Average	Similar →
1955	Captain Lightfoot	Trim	Average	Similar →

Philip O'Flynn - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Philip O'Flynn?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Philip O'Flynn is "Ryan's Daughter" with a rating of 7.1/10.

How many movies has Philip O'Flynn acted in?

Philip O'Flynn has been featured in at least 13 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Philip O'Flynn?

Other notable films include "What a Carve Up!", "Young Cassidy", and "Captain Lightfoot".