Marc Riley
ActingAbout Marc Riley
DJ with BBC 6 Music. Marc started out in 1978 as a roadie and bass player in Mark E. Smith's post punk band The Fall, progressing to guitar and keyboards, but was sacked by Smith in 1983. From there, Riley formed his own band, The Creepers which disbanded in 1987. Riley is perhaps best known for his 'Mark and Lard' partnership in the 1990s with Mark Radcliffe on Radio 1, where the pair fronted several shows including the breakfast show and the afternoon slot. They formed the parody rock group The Shirehorses in the late 90s and presented several TV shows including Pop Upstairs, Downstairs for UK TV PLay and Match of the 90s for BBC1. They made their last broadcast on Radio 1 in 2004 and went their separate ways.
Marc Riley Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Marc Riley reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 3 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Marc Riley's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 33% of Marc Riley'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 King Rocker, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Marc Riley Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Marc Riley's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Marc Riley has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | King Rocker | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | The Fall: The Wonderful and Frightening World of Mark E. Smith | Himself | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | Dominator | Decimator (voice) | Flop | Similar → |
Marc Riley - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Marc Riley?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Marc Riley is "King Rocker" with a rating of 7.3/10.
How many movies has Marc Riley acted in?
Marc Riley has been featured in at least 3 major films throughout their career.