Gerard McSorley
ActingAbout Gerard McSorley
Gerard McSorley is a theatre, TV and an Irish film actor. He is known for hit films Veronica Guerin, Braveheart & In The Name of The Father. He also known for playing Father Todd Unctious in the Christmas special episode ("A Christmassy Ted") of the sitcom Father Ted. He now resides in County Donegal, he has three children.
Gerard McSorley Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Gerard McSorley reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 49 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Gerard McSorley's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 35% of Gerard McSorley'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 Tell It to the Fishes, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Gerard McSorley Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Gerard McSorley's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Gerard McSorley has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Penance | Murray | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | Lift | Granddad Eddy | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | Fractured City | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | War Horse | Market Auctioneer | Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | Robin Hood | Baron Fitzrobert | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | Blood Creek | Mr. Marshall | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | Wide Open Spaces | Hingerty | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | Swansong: Story of Occi Byrne | Michael Byrne | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | Trapped | Lynch | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | Middletown | Bill Hunter | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | Hesitation | Paul | Flop | Similar → |
| 2006 | The Front Line | Detective Insp. Harbison | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | Tell It to the Fishes | Jack | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | The Constant Gardener | Sir Kenneth Curtiss | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Omagh | Michael Gallagher | Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | The Halo Effect | O'Grady | Flop | Similar → |
| 2004 | Inside I'm Dancing | Fergus Connolly | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Veronica Guerin | John Gilligan | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Dead Bodies | Gordon Ellis | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | Do Armed Robbers Have Love Affairs? | Eddy | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | Bloody Sunday | Chief Supt. Lagan | Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | Ordinary Decent Criminal | Harrison | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | Angela's Ashes | Father Gregory | Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | Agnes Browne | Mr. Aherne | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | Felicia's Journey | Felicia's Father | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | The Deep End of the Ocean | Father Cleary | Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | Vicious Circle | Crowley | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | Dancing at Lughnasa | Narration | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | The Butcher Boy | Psychiatrist #2 | Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | Just in Time | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | The Boxer | Harry | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | The Serpent's Kiss | Mr. Galmoy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | Michael Collins | Cathal Brugha | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | Nothing Personal | Cecil | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | Some Mother's Son | Father Daly | Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Runway One | Manning | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Braveheart | Cheltham | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | An Awfully Big Adventure | George | Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | The Hanging Gale | Coulter | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | Words Upon the Window Pane | Abraham Johnson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | Widows' Peak | Gaffney | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | In the Name of the Father | Belfast Detective Pavis | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Who Bombed Birmingham? | Paddy Mcllkenny | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Taffin | Ed | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | The Rockingham Shoot | Garda Casey | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | Easter 2016 | John Bingham | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | Angel | Assistant | Average | Similar → |
| 1980 | S.O.S. Titanic | Martin Gallagher | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | Withdrawal | Gerry | Flop | Similar → |
Gerard McSorley - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Gerard McSorley?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Gerard McSorley is "Tell It to the Fishes" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Gerard McSorley acted in?
Gerard McSorley has been featured in at least 49 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Gerard McSorley?
Other notable films include "Braveheart", "In the Name of the Father", and "Inside I'm Dancing".