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Gerard Kearney

Acting
Updated: Apr 15, 2026
5Total Films
7.3 Highest Rated
Birth Place: County Cork, Ireland

About Gerard Kearney

Born and residing in Cork City, Ireland, Gerard first discovered his love for acting when he was 12 years old when he was cast as "Big Con" in David Puttnam's feature "The War of the Buttons". At 12 years old and being away from home, Gerard kept himself occupied offset by practicing magic tricks which he learned from some crew members. These little tricks will go on to change Gerard's life forever! Eight years later Gerard has gone on to become a rising star in magic noted for his sleight of hand skills, and becoming "The Close up Champion" from the worlds largest magic organisation "The international brotherhood of magicians". Today, Gerard is a sought-after magic performer in Ireland. With magic quickly taking over Gerard's life, his love for acting never diminished, landing roles such as Donnacha in Ken Loach's "The Wind that Shakes the Barley" was just one of the many highlights of Gerard's acting career. Gerard continues to pursue his love for both magic perfection and acting.

Gerard Kearney Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Gerard Kearney reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 5 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 60% of Gerard Kearney'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 The Wind That Shakes the Barley, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Gerard Kearney Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Gerard Kearney's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Gerard Kearney has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2024 Swing Bout Gary Rohan Average Similar →
2006 The Wind That Shakes the Barley Donacha Hit Similar →
1998 The General Young Hood 5 Hit Similar →
1996 Spaghetti Slow McLoughlin Sr Flop Similar →
1994 War of the Buttons Big Con Hit Similar →

Gerard Kearney - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Gerard Kearney?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Gerard Kearney is "The Wind That Shakes the Barley" with a rating of 7.3/10.

How many movies has Gerard Kearney acted in?

Gerard Kearney has been featured in at least 5 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Gerard Kearney?

Other notable films include "War of the Buttons", "The General", and "Swing Bout".

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