Johnny Ball

Acting

Freshness: Jan 25, 2026

6Total Films

5.3 Highest Rated

Born: May 23, 1938

Birth Place: Bristol, England, UK

About Johnny Ball

Johnny Ball is an English television personality, a populariser of mathematics and the father of BBC Radio 2 DJ Zoe Ball.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Johnny Ball reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 6 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Documentary

The majority of Johnny Ball's filmography leans towards the Documentary 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 0% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Johnny Ball remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in My Last Five Girlfriends, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Johnny Ball Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Johnny Ball's career based on audience ratings.

★5.3

My Last Five Girlfriends (2010) movie poster

★5.3

My Last Five Girlfriends: Depressed and suicidal, thirtysomething bachelor Duncan – determined to find the secret to a healthy, strong relationshi

My Last Five Girlfriends

2010•Drama

★4.0

Mad and Bad: 60 Years of Science on TV (2010) movie poster

★4.0

Mad and Bad: 60 Years of Science on TV: From Raymond Baxter live on Tomorrow's World testing a new-fangled bulletproof vest on a nervous inventor to Doctor Who'

Mad and Bad: 60 Years of Science on TV

2010•History

★0.0

★0.0

The Big Snow of '47: Houses buried under snow. Rivers frozen solid. World War II bombers dropping bread to isolated villages. How did Brits s

The Big Snow of '47

2024•Documentary

★0.0

Kids' TV: The Surprising Story (2022) movie poster

★0.0

Kids' TV: The Surprising Story: Konnie Huq celebrates the very best of British children’s television, with a dazzling array of clips from some of the mo

Kids' TV: The Surprising Story

2022•Documentary

★0.0

Immortal? A Horizon Guide to Ageing (2012) movie poster

★0.0

Immortal? A Horizon Guide to Ageing: Is there any way to slow or even prevent the ravages of time? Veteran presenter Johnny Ball looks back over the 45 years

Immortal? A Horizon Guide to Ageing

2012•Documentary

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Johnny Ball.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2024	The Big Snow of '47	Self	Flop	Similar →
2022	Kids' TV: The Surprising Story	-	Flop	Similar →
2012	Immortal? A Horizon Guide to Ageing	Presenter	Flop	Similar →
2010	Mad and Bad: 60 Years of Science on TV	Self	Flop	Similar →
2010	My Last Five Girlfriends	No. 1 - Self	Flop	Similar →
2006	It Started with Swap Shop	Self	Flop	Similar →

Johnny Ball - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Johnny Ball?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Johnny Ball is "My Last Five Girlfriends" with a rating of 5.3/10.

How many movies has Johnny Ball acted in?

Johnny Ball has been featured in at least 6 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Johnny Ball?

Other notable films include "Mad and Bad: 60 Years of Science on TV", "The Big Snow of '47", and "Kids' TV: The Surprising Story".