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.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Karl Shiels reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 16 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Karl Shiels's filmography leans towards the Drama 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 19% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Karl Shiels remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Batman Begins, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Karl Shiels Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Karl Shiels's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Karl Shiels.
| 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".