Jimmy Nail
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Jimmy Nail (born 16 March 1954) is an English singer-songwriter, actor and musician. He has starred in numerous roles on television since 1983. He is 6'3" tall and a Newcastle United F.C. supporter. He is most famous for his role as Leonard "Oz" Osbourne in the hit television show Auf Wiedersehen, Pet, his title role in Spender, and his 1992 number one single "Ain't No Doubt". Description above from the Wikipedia article Jimmy Nail, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Jimmy Nail 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: Comedy
The majority of Jimmy Nail's filmography leans towards the Comedy 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 13% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Jimmy Nail remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Lindisfarne’s Geordie Genius: The Alan Hull Story, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Jimmy Nail Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Jimmy Nail's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Jimmy Nail.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Lindisfarne’s Geordie Genius: The Alan Hull Story | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | Great North: A Run. A River. A Region. | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | Back with the Boys Again | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | Sir Bobby Robson: A Knight to Remember | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | Still Crazy | Les Wickes | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | Evita | Agustín Magaldi | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | Spender : The French Collection | Freddie Spender | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | Danny the Champion of the World | Rabbetts | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | Dream Demon | Paul | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | Just Ask for Diamond | Boyle | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Crusoe | Tatik | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | Shoot for the Sun | Geordie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Educating Oz | Oz | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Howling II: Stirba - Werewolf Bitch | Punk | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Morons from Outer Space | Desmond Brock | Flop | Similar → |
Jimmy Nail - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Jimmy Nail?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jimmy Nail is "Lindisfarne’s Geordie Genius: The Alan Hull Story" with a rating of 7.0/10.
How many movies has Jimmy Nail acted in?
Jimmy Nail has been featured in at least 15 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Jimmy Nail?
Other notable films include "Still Crazy", "Danny the Champion of the World", and "Evita".