Jimmy White - Actor Profile

Jimmy White

Acting
Updated: Apr 14, 2026
29Total Films
8.0 Highest Rated
Born: May 2, 1962
Birth Place: Tooting, South London, England, United Kingdom

About Jimmy White

James Warren White MBE (born 2 May 1962) is an English professional snooker player who has won four seniors World titles. Nicknamed "The Whirlwind" because of his fluid, swift and attacking style of play. White has won two of snooker's three majors: the UK Championship (in 1992) and the Masters (in 1984) and a total of ten ranking events. He is currently eleventh on the all-time list of ranking event winners. He reached six World Championship finals but never won the event.

Jimmy White Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Jimmy White reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 29 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 7% of Jimmy White'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 Ronnie O'Sullivan: The Edge of Everything, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Jimmy White Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Jimmy White's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Jimmy White has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2023 The Mosconi Cup: A 30 Year Story - Flop Similar →
2023 Ronnie O'Sullivan: The Edge of Everything Self Super Hit Similar →
2021 One Day at the Crucible - Flop Similar →
2016 Steve Davis: Snookerstar DJ - Flop Similar →
2016 Perfect Break Himself Flop Similar →
2015 Ali Carter: The Unbreakable - Flop Similar →
2015 Mark Selby: Life of a World Champion Self Flop Similar →
2014 Tony Drago: Fun & Torture - Flop Similar →
2012 Barry Hearn: The People's Promoter - Flop Similar →
2011 Kill Keith Jimmy White (uncredited) Flop Similar →
2010 Alex Higgins: The People's Champion Self Super Hit Similar →
2008 Absolute Snooker - Flop Similar →
2008 Jimmy White - The One & Only Self Flop Similar →
2007 Roy Shaw Fight School - Flop Similar →
2007 Dave Courtney Dodgy Dave Self Flop Similar →
2005 Roy Shaw: Brute Force Self Flop Similar →
2004 Ronnie's Snooker Hotshots Self Flop Similar →
2002 When Snooker Ruled the World Self Flop Similar →
2001 Like a Hurricane: The Alex Higgins Story Self Average Similar →
1997 Alex Higgins: Rebel Without a Pause - Flop Similar →
1997 Unseen Big Break - Flop Similar →
1994 Jimmy White: Close To The Wind Self Flop Similar →
1993 The Max and The Magic - Flop Similar →
1992 Best of Friends - The Official Story of Gary Lineker & Willie Thorne - Flop Similar →
1991 Matchroom's Magical Breaks - Flop Similar →
1991 Alex Higgins: I'm No Angel Self Flop Similar →
1988 The Positive Touch - Flop Similar →
1988 Stephen Hendry: Doing the Business Self Flop Similar →
1984 Snooker Century Breakers - Flop Similar →

Jimmy White - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Jimmy White?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jimmy White is "Ronnie O'Sullivan: The Edge of Everything" with a rating of 8.0/10.

How many movies has Jimmy White acted in?

Jimmy White has been featured in at least 29 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Jimmy White?

Other notable films include "Alex Higgins: The People's Champion", "Like a Hurricane: The Alex Higgins Story", and "Kill Keith".

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