Max Irons

Acting

Freshness: Jan 19, 2026

11Total Films

7.3 Highest Rated

Born: Oct 17, 1985

Birth Place: Camden, London, England, UK

About Max Irons

Maximilian Paul Diarmuid "Max" Irons (born 17 October 1985) is an English-Irish film actor and model. He is known for his roles in The Riot Club (2014), Red Riding Hood (2011), The White Queen and The Host (2013). He is the son of actors Jeremy Irons and Sinéad Cusack.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Max Irons reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 11 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Max Irons'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 18% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Max Irons remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Woman in Gold, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Max Irons Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Max Irons's career based on audience ratings.

★7.3

★7.3

Woman in Gold — Maria Altmann, an octogenarian Jewish refugee, takes on the Austrian government to recover a world famous painting of he

Woman in Gold

2015•Drama

★7.1

★7.1

The Wife — A wife questions her life choices as she travels to Stockholm with her husband, where he is slated to receive the Nobel

The Wife

2018•Drama

★6.4

★6.4

Being Julia — Julia Lambert is a true diva: beautiful, talented, weathly and famous. She has it all - including a devoted husband who

Being Julia

2004•Comedy

★6.4

★6.4

Crooked House — A private investigator helps a former flame solve the murder of her wealthy grandfather, who lived in a sprawling estate

Crooked House

2017•Mystery

★6.3

★6.3

The Host — A parasitic alien soul is injected into the body of Melanie Stryder. Instead of carrying out her race's mission of takin

The Host

2013•Action

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Max Irons.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2018	The Wife	David Castleman	Hit	Similar →
2018	Terminal	Alf	Average	Similar →
2017	Crooked House	Charles Hayward	Average	Similar →
2017	Bitter Harvest	Yuri	Average	Similar →
2015	Woman in Gold	Fritz Altmann	Hit	Similar →
2014	The Riot Club	Miles Richards	Average	Similar →
2013	The Host	Jared Howe	Average	Similar →
2011	Red Riding Hood	Henry Lazar	Average	Similar →
2010	Unrequited Love	Tom	Flop	Similar →
2009	Dorian Gray	Lucius	Average	Similar →
2004	Being Julia	Curtain Call Boy	Average	Similar →

Max Irons - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Max Irons?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Max Irons is "Woman in Gold" with a rating of 7.3/10.

How many movies has Max Irons acted in?

Max Irons has been featured in at least 11 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Max Irons?

Other notable films include "The Wife", "Being Julia", and "Crooked House".