Karl Shiels
ActingAbout Karl Shiels
Karl Shiels (15 September 1971 – 15 July 2019) was an Irish actor of both stage and screen. His stage roles included Henry IV, Part 1, Penelope, At Swim-Two-Birds, The Spanish Tragedy, The Duchess of Malfi, The Shadow of a Gunman and This Lime Tree Bower. His screen roles included Fair City, Peaky Blinders and Batman Begins.
Karl Shiels Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Karl Shiels reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 16 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Karl Shiels's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 19% of Karl Shiels'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 Batman Begins, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Karl Shiels Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Karl Shiels's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Karl Shiels has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Noble | Driver | Average | Similar → |
| 2014 | Davin | Damo | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | The Hard Way | Brendan | Flop | Similar → |
| 2012 | Stitches | Clown Boss | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | Shadow Dancer | Mulville's Driver / Gunman | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | Haywire | Goatee | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | W.C. | Rodney | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | Eden | Breffni Grehan (as Karl Shiels) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Batman Begins | Arkham Thug #3 | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | Capital Letters | Keely | Flop | Similar → |
| 2003 | Mystics | Barry | Flop | Similar → |
| 2003 | Spin the Bottle | Flake | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | Intermission | Wayne | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | Veronica Guerin | Gilligan Gang Member No. 1 | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Meeting Che Guevara & the Man from Maybury Hill | Che Guevara | Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | Getting Close | Philip Gillespie | Flop | Similar → |
Karl Shiels - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Karl Shiels?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Karl Shiels is "Batman Begins" with a rating of 7.7/10.
How many movies has Karl Shiels acted in?
Karl Shiels has been featured in at least 16 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Karl Shiels?
Other notable films include "Meeting Che Guevara & the Man from Maybury Hill", "Veronica Guerin", and "Noble".