Benny Young - Actor Profile

Benny Young

Acting
Updated: Apr 13, 2026
12Total Films
8.8 Highest Rated
Born: Aug 8, 1949
Birth Place: Glasgow, Scotland, UK

Benny Young Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Benny Young reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 12 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Benny Young's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 67% of Benny Young's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.

One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Macbeth, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Benny Young Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Benny Young's career based on audience ratings.

★8.8
Macbeth (2025) movie poster
★8.8

Macbeth: Fearless and unforgettably creepy. This high-concept production, filmed live at London’s Donmar Warehouse, stars the for

Macbeth

2025•Drama
★7.2
Out of Africa (1985) movie poster
★7.2

Out of Africa: Tells the life story of Danish author Karen Blixen, who at the beginning of the 20th century moved to Africa to build a

Out of Africa

1985•History
★7.0
National Theatre Live: Macbeth (2013) movie poster
★7.0

National Theatre Live: Macbeth: Performing from within the walls of a deconsecrated Manchester church, Kenneth Branagh takes the lead role in this ambit

National Theatre Live: Macbeth

2013•Drama
★6.8
Chariots of Fire (1981) movie poster
★6.8

Chariots of Fire: In the class-obsessed and religiously divided UK of the early 1920s, two determined young runners train for the 1924 Par

Chariots of Fire

1981•Drama
★6.8
Wild Rose (2019) movie poster
★6.8

Wild Rose: A young Scottish singer, Rose-Lynn Harlan, dreams of making it as a country artist in Nashville after being released fro

Wild Rose

2019•Music

Full Filmography

Every movie Benny Young has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2025 Macbeth Duncan / Doctor Super Hit Similar →
2019 Wild Rose Judge Hit Similar →
2018 Outlaw King Lord Simon Fraser Hit Similar →
2013 National Theatre Live: Macbeth Scottish Doctor Hit Similar →
1994 Funny Man Max Taylor Flop Similar →
1986 The Girl in the Picture Ron Flop Similar →
1985 Out of Africa Minister Hit Similar →
1985 White Nights Flight Engineer Hit Similar →
1985 The Unknown Soldier Caledonians Corporal Flop Similar →
1983 King Lear Cornwall's Servant Hit Similar →
1981 Chariots of Fire Rob Liddell Hit Similar →
1981 The Good Time Girls Tony Kelly Flop Similar →

Benny Young - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Benny Young?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Benny Young is "Macbeth" with a rating of 8.8/10.

How many movies has Benny Young acted in?

Benny Young has been featured in at least 12 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Benny Young?

Other notable films include "Out of Africa", "National Theatre Live: Macbeth", and "Chariots of Fire".

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