
Adam Godley
ActingAbout Adam Godley
Adam Godley (born 22 July 1964) is a British actor. He has been nominated for two Tony Awards and four Laurence Olivier Awards for his performances on the New York and London stages which include, Private Lives in 2001, The Pillowman in 2002, Anything Goes in 2011, and The Lehman Trilogy in 2019. He made his Broadway debut in 2002 in a revival of Noël Coward's Private Lives for which he earned a Theatre World Award for Outstanding Broadway debut. In 2011 he returned to Broadway in the musical Anything Goes for which he earned a Tony Award for Best Featured Actor in a Musical nomination. In 2021, The Lehman Trilogy made its Broadway transfer to great critical acclaim, and securing Godley another Tony nomination for Best Actor in a Play. His film roles include Love Actually (2003), Nanny McPhee (2005), Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (2005), Elizabeth The Golden Age (2007) and The Theory Of Everything (2014). He has also had recurring roles as Elliot Schwartz in AMC's Breaking Bad, Nigel Nesbit in USA's Suits (2013), Phinneus Pogo in Netflix's The Umbrella Academy (2019 to present), and Archie the Archbishop in Hulu's The Great (2020–present).
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Adam Godley reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 29 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Adam Godley'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 48% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Adam Godley remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in National Theatre Live: The Lehman Trilogy, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Adam Godley Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Adam Godley's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Adam Godley.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | The Last Sacrifice | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2022 | The People We Hate at the Wedding | Narrator (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 2019 | National Theatre Live: The Lehman Trilogy | Mayer Lehman | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Missing Link | Lord Bilge (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | Nightmare Cinema | Dr. Salvadore | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | The BFG | Manhugger / Lout #1 | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | The Prime Minister | Chief of Security | Average | Similar → |
| 2014 | The Theory of Everything | Senior Doctor - Cambridge Hospital | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Battleship | Dr. Nogrady | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | The Forger | Pinkus | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | The Special Relationship | Jonathan Powell | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | The X Files: I Want to Believe | Father Ybarra | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | The Old Curiosity Shop | Samson Brass | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | The Stronger | Waiter | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Elizabeth: The Golden Age | William Walsingham | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Son of Rambow | Brethren Leader | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Nanny McPhee | Vicar | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Charlie and the Chocolate Factory | Mr. Teavee | Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | Hawking | Frank Hawking | Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | Around the World in 80 Days | Mr. Sutton | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | The Young Visiters | Procurio | Flop | Similar → |
| 2003 | Margery and Gladys | Graham Heywood | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Love Actually | Mr Trench | Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | Thunderpants | Placido P. Placeedo | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | War Game | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | Sword of Honour | Apthorpe | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | Cor, Blimey! | Kenneth Williams | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Cabaret | Clifford Bradshaw | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | An Ungentlemanly Act | P.C. Anton Livermore | Average | Similar → |
Adam Godley - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Adam Godley?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Adam Godley is "National Theatre Live: The Lehman Trilogy" with a rating of 8.3/10.
How many movies has Adam Godley acted in?
Adam Godley has been featured in at least 29 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Adam Godley?
Other notable films include "The Stronger", "Cabaret", and "The Theory of Everything".




