Rakie Ayola
ActingAbout Rakie Ayola
Rakie Olufunmilayo Ayola is a Welsh actress. She was born in Cardiff in May 1968, to a Sierra Leonean mother and a Nigerian father, and was raised by her mother's cousin and his wife in the Ely district of the city. She studied at Glan Ely High School, and was a member of the Orbit Youth Theatre, South Glamorgan Youth Theatre, South Glamorgan Youth Choir and the National Youth Theatre of Wales. She went on to attend the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama, studying for a three-year acting diploma. In 2023 Rakie Ayola was the 18th recipient of the prestigious BAFTA Cymru Siân Phillips Award. At the same ceremony she also won the Bafta Cymru Best Actress Award for her performance in BBC1 series The Pact Season 2 on which she was an Executive Producer. In 2021 Rakie Ayola won BAFTA Best Supporting Actress for BBC1 film Anthony by Jimmy McGovern. Ayola has appeared in television shows including Kaos, The Pact Season 1, Grace, Shetland, No Offence, Midsomer Murders, Black Mirror, Noughts + Crosses, Doctor Who, Silent Witness and EastEnders, a number of Shakespearean theatrical performances and feature films such as Been So Long, Now Is Good, Great Moments in Aviation, The i Inside, Dredd, and Sahara. She appeared as Kyla Tyson in the BBC medical drama Holby City from its eighth to eleventh series.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Rakie Ayola reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 16 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Rakie Ayola'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 25% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Rakie Ayola 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 Rakie Ayola Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Rakie Ayola's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Rakie Ayola.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Bad Apples | Sylvia | Flop | Similar → |
| 2021 | Mothers, Missiles and the American President | Narrator | Flop | Similar → |
| 2020 | Anthony | Gee Walker | Average | Similar → |
| 2019 | Brexit: The Uncivil War | Camilla | Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | Been So Long | Martina | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | King Lear | Goneril | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Under Milk Wood | Voice | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | Now Is Good | Phillippa | Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Dredd | Chief Judge | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Sahara | Mrs. Nwokolo | Average | Similar → |
| 2004 | The I Inside | Nurse Clayton | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | The Secret Laughter of Women | Talking Drum | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | Great Moments in Aviation | Gabriel Angel | Flop | Similar → |
| N/A | Hope Is Lost | Hope | Flop | Similar → |
| N/A | Black Church Bay | - | Flop | Similar → |
| N/A | Hedgehog | Consultant | Flop | Similar → |
Rakie Ayola - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Rakie Ayola?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Rakie Ayola is "King Lear" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Rakie Ayola acted in?
Rakie Ayola has been featured in at least 16 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Rakie Ayola?
Other notable films include "Now Is Good", "Dredd", and "Brexit: The Uncivil War".