Jimmy Vee
ActingAbout Jimmy Vee
Jimmy Vee is a Scottish actor, puppeteer and stunt performer. He is best known for playing a number of Doctor Who monsters and aliens, as well as the actor for R2-D2 in Star Wars: The Last Jedi and Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, replacing the late Kenny Baker. Wikipedia
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Jimmy Vee reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 12 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Adventure
The majority of Jimmy Vee's filmography leans towards the Adventure 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 58% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Jimmy Vee remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Doctor Who: Music of the Spheres - Doctor Who at the Proms 2008, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Jimmy Vee Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Jimmy Vee's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Jimmy Vee.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Bite | Master of Ceremonies | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | Rocketman | Arthur | Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | Train Set | Randy | Flop | Similar → |
| 2017 | Star Wars: The Last Jedi | R2-D2 | Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Rogue One: A Star Wars Story | R2-D2 | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Star Wars: The Force Awakens | R2-D2 (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Pan | Lofty | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | The Sarah Jane Adventures: From Raxacoricofallapatorius with Love | Slitheen | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | Doctor Who: Music of the Spheres - Doctor Who at the Proms 2008 | The Graske | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Doctor Who: Voyage of the Damned | Bannakaffalatta | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone | Goblin (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| N/A | Dark Ascension | Evil Dwarf | Flop | Similar → |
Jimmy Vee - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Jimmy Vee?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jimmy Vee is "Doctor Who: Music of the Spheres - Doctor Who at the Proms 2008" with a rating of 8.8/10.
How many movies has Jimmy Vee acted in?
Jimmy Vee has been featured in at least 12 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Jimmy Vee?
Other notable films include "Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone", "Doctor Who: Voyage of the Damned", and "Rogue One: A Star Wars Story".