Joe Rooney
ActingAbout Joe Rooney
Joseph "Joe" Rooney is an Irish actor, comedian and singer-songwriter from Drogheda, County Louth. He is arguably best known for his acting and in particular for playing Father Damo in the Channel 4 sitcom Father Ted, appearing in the episode "The Old Grey Whistle Theft" and a cameo in "Flight into Terror".
Joe Rooney Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Joe Rooney 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 Joe Rooney's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 7% of Joe Rooney'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 Oddity, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Joe Rooney Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Joe Rooney's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Joe Rooney has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Fall To The Top | Little Joe | Flop | Similar → |
| 2024 | Oddity | Bernie | Hit | Similar → |
| 2023 | Callan Kicks The Year 2023 | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2023 | Dublin Crust | Terrence | Flop | Similar → |
| 2021 | Chicken Out | Mick | Flop | Similar → |
| 2020 | Poster Boys | Joe | Average | Similar → |
| 2019 | Stephanie | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | Wretch | Peter Pringle | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | Wild Goose Lodge | Ribbonman | Flop | Similar → |
| 2015 | Monged | Corkfella | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | Dick Dickman, P.I. | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Joe Rooney Live From Vicar Street | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | Flying Saucer Rock 'n' Roll | Loco McCann | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | Into the Abyss | Brother | Flop | Similar → |
Joe Rooney - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Joe Rooney?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Joe Rooney is "Oddity" with a rating of 6.7/10.
How many movies has Joe Rooney acted in?
Joe Rooney has been featured in at least 14 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Joe Rooney?
Other notable films include "Poster Boys", "Flying Saucer Rock 'n' Roll", and "Wretch".