Maggie McCarthy

Acting

Freshness: Jan 29, 2026

15Total Films

7.3 Highest Rated

Birth Place: Wandsworth, Surrey, England, UK

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Maggie McCarthy reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 15 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Maggie McCarthy'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 53% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Maggie McCarthy remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Angela's Ashes, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Maggie McCarthy Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Maggie McCarthy's career based on audience ratings.

★7.3

★7.3

Angela's Ashes: An Irish Catholic family returns to 1930s Limerick after a child's death in America. The unemployed I.R.A. veteran fathe

Angela's Ashes

1999•Drama

★7.2

What Dreams May Come (1998) movie poster

★7.2

What Dreams May Come: Chris Nielsen dies to find himself in a heaven more amazing than he could have ever dreamed of. There is one thing missi

What Dreams May Come

1998•Drama

★6.9

★6.9

Leap Year: When yet another anniversary passes without a marriage proposal from her boyfriend, Anna decides to take action. Aware o

Leap Year

2010•Romance

★6.7

★6.7

Firelight: In 1838, lovely governess Elisabeth agrees to bear a child of anonymous English landowner, and he will in return pay her

Firelight

1998•Romance

★6.5

★6.5

Hilary and Jackie: The tragic story of world-renowned cellist Jacqueline du Pré, as told from the point of view of her sister, flautist Hil

Hilary and Jackie

1998•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Maggie McCarthy.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2022	See How They Run	Mrs. Boyle	Average	Similar →
2021	Agatha Raisin: Kissing Christmas Goodbye	Phyllis Tamworthy	Flop	Similar →
2018	The Little Stranger	Mrs. Ravensdale	Average	Similar →
2018	Ghost Stories	Jean Hooper	Hit	Similar →
2011	Attack the Block	Margaret	Hit	Similar →
2010	Leap Year	Eileen	Hit	Similar →
2007	Cassandra's Dream	Servant	Average	Similar →
2004	Christine	Dr. Henderson	Average	Similar →
2003	Calendar Girls	W.I. Administrator 1	Hit	Similar →
1999	Angela's Ashes	Miss Barry	Hit	Similar →
1999	Darkness Falls	(voices)	Flop	Similar →
1998	Hilary and Jackie	Margaret	Hit	Similar →
1998	What Dreams May Come	Stacey Jacobs	Hit	Similar →
1998	Firelight	Mrs. Jago	Hit	Similar →
1988	Tumbledown	Nurse Mary	Average	Similar →

Maggie McCarthy - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Maggie McCarthy?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Maggie McCarthy is "Angela's Ashes" with a rating of 7.3/10.

How many movies has Maggie McCarthy acted in?

Maggie McCarthy has been featured in at least 15 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Maggie McCarthy?

Other notable films include "What Dreams May Come", "Leap Year", and "Firelight".