Derek Jarman - Actor Profile

Derek Jarman

Directing
Updated: Apr 11, 2026
34Total Films
9.8 Highest Rated
Born: Jan 31, 1942
Birth Place: London, England, UK

About Derek Jarman

Michael Derek Elworthy Jarman (January 31, 1942 – February 19, 1994) was an English film director, stage designer, diarist, artist, gardener and author.

Derek Jarman Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Derek Jarman reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 34 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 15% of Derek Jarman'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 Untitled (For Derek Jarman), which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Derek Jarman Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Derek Jarman's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Derek Jarman has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2024 Blue Again: An Ode To Derek Jarman (Voice) Flop Similar →
2023 Untitled (For Derek Jarman) Derek Jarman (voice) Super Hit Similar →
2020 Lindsay Dances - Theatre and life according to Lindsay Kemp Self Flop Similar →
2011 The British Guide to Showing Off Self (archive footage) Hit Similar →
2008 Derek Self (archive footage) Flop Similar →
2005 LS19012 - Flop Similar →
1994 The Clearing - Flop Similar →
1994 Glitterbug Self Average Similar →
1994 21st Century Nuns Himself Average Similar →
1993 Camp Christmas - Flop Similar →
1993 Love Undefeated. Conversations with Derek Jarman Himself Flop Similar →
1993 There We Are John... Himself Hit Similar →
1993 Blue (voice) Hit Similar →
1991 Derek Jarman: A Portrait Self Flop Similar →
1991 Love and Marriage Self Flop Similar →
1990 The Garden Himself Average Similar →
1989 Cactusland The Voice Flop Similar →
1989 Dead Cat Medicine man Flop Similar →
1988 The Yob Workman (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1988 Derek Jarman: You Know What I Mean? Himself Flop Similar →
1988 Clause and Effect - Flop Similar →
1988 Behind Closed Doors Deposition Flop Similar →
1987 Ostia Pier Paolo Pasolini Average Similar →
1987 The Last of England Himself (uncredited) Average Similar →
1987 Prick Up Your Ears Patrick Proktor (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1986 Caravaggio Papal Aide (uncredited) Average Similar →
1986 A Turnip Head's Guide To The British Cinema Self Flop Similar →
1984 Orange Juice Self Flop Similar →
1982 A Message From the Temple Spokesman Flop Similar →
1981 Cinématon XI N°105 Flop Similar →
1981 Cinématon n°105 : Derek Jarman - Flop Similar →
1978 Cinématon N°105 Flop Similar →
1978 Nighthawks Clubber Flop Similar →
1975 The Making of ‘Sebastiane’ Himself Flop Similar →

Derek Jarman - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Derek Jarman?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Derek Jarman is "Untitled (For Derek Jarman)" with a rating of 9.8/10.

How many movies has Derek Jarman acted in?

Derek Jarman has been featured in at least 34 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Derek Jarman?

Other notable films include "There We Are John...", "Blue", and "Prick Up Your Ears".

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