Ian Finlay - Actor Profile

Ian Finlay

Acting
Updated: Apr 13, 2026
14Total Films
7.4 Highest Rated

Ian Finlay Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Ian Finlay reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 14 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 14% of Ian Finlay'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 Terminal, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Ian Finlay Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Ian Finlay's career based on audience ratings.

★7.4
The Terminal (2004) movie poster
★7.4

The Terminal: An Eastern European tourist unexpectedly finds himself stranded in JFK airport, and must take up temporary residence the

The Terminal

2004•Comedy
★7.4
Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance) (2014) movie poster
★7.4

Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance): A fading actor best known for his portrayal of a popular superhero attempts to mount a comeback by appearing in a Broadw

Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance)

2014•Drama
★6.1
The High Cost of Living (2011) movie poster
★6.1

The High Cost of Living: The story of a young, pregnant woman whose world falls apart when she loses her child in a hit and run accident. As her

The High Cost of Living

2011•Drama
★6.0
The Last Kiss (2006) movie poster
★6.0

The Last Kiss: Michael has a great job, has his 4 best friends, and is in love with a beautiful girl at 30. He loves Jenna but his life

The Last Kiss

2006•Comedy
★6.0
Toby McTeague (1986) movie poster
★6.0

Toby McTeague: Toby is a teenager who doesn't care much about school. In fact, he has his eyes on the title of a prestigious dog-sleigh

Toby McTeague

1986•Drama

Full Filmography

Every movie Ian Finlay has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2014 Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance) Newscaster Hit Similar →
2011 The High Cost of Living Paul Average Similar →
2011 No Surrender William Cross Flop Similar →
2009 My Neighbor's Secret Nicolas Grimaldi Flop Similar →
2008 Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde Chief of Staff Flop Similar →
2007 Christie's Revenge Dominick Flop Similar →
2006 The Last Kiss Architect Partner Average Similar →
2004 The Terminal CBP Officer Hit Similar →
2002 The Stork Derby James Crandell Average Similar →
2001 Protection Maynard Average Similar →
2001 Varian's War Ballroom Man 1 Average Similar →
1992 Scanners III: The Takeover Announcer Flop Similar →
1986 Miles to Go… Ted Average Similar →
1986 Toby McTeague Reporter TV Average Similar →

Ian Finlay - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Ian Finlay?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ian Finlay is "The Terminal" with a rating of 7.4/10.

How many movies has Ian Finlay acted in?

Ian Finlay has been featured in at least 14 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Ian Finlay?

Other notable films include "Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance)", "The High Cost of Living", and "The Last Kiss".

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