
Micheál Mac Liammóir
ActingAbout Micheál Mac Liammóir
Micheál Mac Liammóir (born Alfred Willmore; 25 October 1899 – 6 March 1978) was an actor, designer, dramatist, writer and impresario in 20th-century Ireland. Though born in London to an English family with no Irish connections, he emigrated to Ireland in early adulthood, changed his name, invented an Irish ancestry, and remained based there for the rest of his life, successfully maintaining a fabricated identity as a native Irishman born in Cork.
Micheál Mac Liammóir Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Micheál Mac Liammóir 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 Micheál Mac Liammóir's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 44% of Micheál Mac Liammóir'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 Tall Tales: The Ireland of Orson Welles, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Micheál Mac Liammóir Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Micheál Mac Liammóir's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Micheál Mac Liammóir has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Tall Tales: The Ireland of Orson Welles | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Magician: The Astonishing Life and Work of Orson Welles | Self - Actor (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | The Orson Welles Story | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | Filming Othello | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | Clydescope | Narrator (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | The Secret | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1971 | What's the Matter with Helen? | Hamilton Starr | Average | Similar → |
| 1970 | The Kremlin Letter | Sweet Alice | Average | Similar → |
| 1968 | 30 Is a Dangerous Age, Cynthia! | Irish Storyteller | Flop | Similar → |
| 1966 | Joyce’s Dublin | Narrator | Flop | Similar → |
| 1963 | Tom Jones | Narrator (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | The Trial of Oscar Wilde | Oscar Wilde | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | King Lear | Poor Tom | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | From Time to Time | Narrator | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | Othello | Iago | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | W. B. Yeats: A Tribute | - | Flop | Similar → |
Micheál Mac Liammóir - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Micheál Mac Liammóir?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Micheál Mac Liammóir is "Tall Tales: The Ireland of Orson Welles" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has Micheál Mac Liammóir acted in?
Micheál Mac Liammóir has been featured in at least 16 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Micheál Mac Liammóir?
Other notable films include "The Orson Welles Story", "King Lear", and "Othello".




