Jimmy Nail
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Jimmy Nail (born 16 March 1954) is an English singer-songwriter, actor and musician. He has starred in numerous roles on television since 1983. He is 6'3" tall and a Newcastle United F.C. supporter. He is most famous for his role as Leonard "Oz" Osbourne in the hit television show Auf Wiedersehen, Pet, his title role in Spender, and his 1992 number one single "Ain't No Doubt". Description above from the Wikipedia article Jimmy Nail, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Jimmy Nail Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Jimmy Nail reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 15 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Jimmy Nail's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 13% of Jimmy Nail'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 Lindisfarne’s Geordie Genius: The Alan Hull Story, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Jimmy Nail Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Jimmy Nail's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Jimmy Nail has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Lindisfarne’s Geordie Genius: The Alan Hull Story | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | Great North: A Run. A River. A Region. | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | Back with the Boys Again | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | Sir Bobby Robson: A Knight to Remember | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | Still Crazy | Les Wickes | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | Evita | Agustín Magaldi | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | Spender : The French Collection | Freddie Spender | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | Danny the Champion of the World | Rabbetts | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | Crusoe | Tatik | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | Dream Demon | Paul | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | Just Ask for Diamond | Boyle | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Shoot for the Sun | Geordie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Educating Oz | Oz | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Howling II: Stirba - Werewolf Bitch | Punk | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Morons from Outer Space | Desmond Brock | Flop | Similar → |
Jimmy Nail - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Jimmy Nail?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jimmy Nail is "Lindisfarne’s Geordie Genius: The Alan Hull Story" with a rating of 7.0/10.
How many movies has Jimmy Nail acted in?
Jimmy Nail has been featured in at least 15 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Jimmy Nail?
Other notable films include "Still Crazy", "Danny the Champion of the World", and "Evita".