
John Cooper Clarke
ActingAbout John Cooper Clarke
John Cooper Clarke is a seminal post punk English performance poet from Salford, Greater Manchester. Along with The Fall, The Smiths, Joy Division and New Order, John Cooper Clarke remains one of the most distinguished voices of the region.
John Cooper Clarke Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of John Cooper Clarke 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 John Cooper Clarke's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 50% of John Cooper Clarke'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 Evidently... John Cooper Clarke, which stands out as a key performance.
Best John Cooper Clarke Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from John Cooper Clarke's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie John Cooper Clarke has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | BP Fallon: Rock'n'Roll Wizard | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2021 | We Wish You a Mandy Christmas | Ghost Of Christmas Future | Flop | Similar → |
| 2021 | Poly Styrene: I Am a Cliché | Self (Archive Footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Being Frank: The Chris Sievey Story | Himself | Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | Too Good To Go Down | Narrator | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | It's Not Repetition, It's Discipline | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 2012 | Ill Manors | Himself/Poet | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | Evidently... John Cooper Clarke | Himself | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Control | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Joe Strummer: The Future Is Unwritten | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Punk: Attitude | Self - Punk Poet | Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | The Way They Were: Punk and the New Wave 1976-1978 | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | Ten Years in an Open Necked Shirt | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | Urgh! A Music War | Self | Hit | Similar → |
John Cooper Clarke - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of John Cooper Clarke?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring John Cooper Clarke is "Evidently... John Cooper Clarke" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has John Cooper Clarke acted in?
John Cooper Clarke has been featured in at least 14 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by John Cooper Clarke?
Other notable films include "Control", "Joe Strummer: The Future Is Unwritten", and "Urgh! A Music War".




