Dermot Murphy

Acting

Freshness: Feb 01, 2026

6Total Films

8.0 Highest Rated

Birth Place: Wexford, Ireland

About Dermot Murphy

Dermot Murphy is an Irish actor, known for Raw, Clean Break and The Drummer and the Keeper. Murphy portrayed musician Bob Geldof in the biographical drama Bohemian Rhapsody.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Dermot Murphy reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 6 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Dermot Murphy'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 50% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Dermot Murphy remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Martini Shot, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Dermot Murphy Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Dermot Murphy's career based on audience ratings.

★8.0

★8.0

The Martini Shot: This existential comedic drama follows an ailing film director as he begins to shoot what he believes to be his final wo

The Martini Shot

2023•Drama

★8.0

★8.0

Bohemian Rhapsody: Singer Freddie Mercury, guitarist Brian May, drummer Roger Taylor and bass guitarist John Deacon take the music world by

Bohemian Rhapsody

2018•Music

★6.7

The Drummer and the Keeper (2017) movie poster

★6.7

The Drummer and the Keeper: The Drummer and the Keeper tells the story of the unlikely friendship formed between two young men: Gabriel, a reckless

The Drummer and the Keeper

2017•Comedy

★5.5

★5.5

Animals: Longtime friends and party lovers Laura and Tyler navigate life and love in Dublin, Ireland but find themselves drifting

Animals

2019•Comedy

★5.0

★5.0

Black Ice: A story of youthful misadventure set against the backdrop of a lawless border terrain during the last gasps of the Irish

Black Ice

2013•Action

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Dermot Murphy.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2024	Holy Island	Young David	Flop	Similar →
2023	The Martini Shot	Radio	Super Hit	Similar →
2019	Animals	Marty	Average	Similar →
2018	Bohemian Rhapsody	Bob Geldof	Super Hit	Similar →
2017	The Drummer and the Keeper	Gabriel	Hit	Similar →
2013	Black Ice	Tom Watters	Flop	Similar →

Dermot Murphy - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Dermot Murphy?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Dermot Murphy is "The Martini Shot" with a rating of 8.0/10.

How many movies has Dermot Murphy acted in?

Dermot Murphy has been featured in at least 6 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Dermot Murphy?

Other notable films include "Bohemian Rhapsody", "The Drummer and the Keeper", and "Animals".