Niall MacGinnis
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Niall MacGinnis was an Irish actor who made around 80 screen appearances.
Niall MacGinnis Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Niall MacGinnis reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Niall MacGinnis's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 52% of Niall MacGinnis'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 Hamlet, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Niall MacGinnis Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Niall MacGinnis's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Niall MacGinnis has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1973 | The MacKintosh Man | Warder | Average | Similar → |
| 1970 | The Kremlin Letter | Erector Set | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | Krakatoa, East of Java | Harbor Master | Average | Similar → |
| 1968 | The Shoes of the Fisherman | Capuchin Monk | Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | Torture Garden | Dr. Silversmith (segment 1 "Enoch") | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | Island of Terror | Mr. Roger Campbell | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | The Spy Who Came In from the Cold | German Checkpoint Guard | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | The War Lord | Odins | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | The Truth About Spring | Cleary | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Becket | Baron | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | The Man Who Finally Died | Brenner | Average | Similar → |
| 1963 | Jason and the Argonauts | Zeus | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | A Face in the Rain | Klaus | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Billy Budd | Captain Nathaniel Graveling | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | The Devil's Agent | Paul Vass | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | The Prince and the Pauper | Father Andrew | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Johnny Nobody | Defending Counsel Sullivan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Sword of Sherwood Forest | Friar Tuck | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | Foxhole in Cairo | Radek | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | Never Take Sweets from a Stranger | Defense Counsel | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Kidnapped | Mr. Shaun | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | This Other Eden | Brendan Devereaux | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | Shake Hands with the Devil | Michael O'Leary | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | The Nun's Story | Father Vermeuhlen | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Behind the Mask | Neil Isherwood | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | She Didn't Say No! | James Casey | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Jack the Ripper | Walter | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Night of the Demon | Dr. Julian Karswell | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Lust for Life | Roulin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Alexander the Great | Parmenio | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Helen of Troy | Menelaus | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Conflict of Wings | Harry Tilney | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Hell Below Zero | Dr. Howe | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Knights of the Round Table | Green Knight | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Martin Luther | Martin Luther | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Murder in the Cathedral | Herald | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | No Highway in the Sky | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Chance of a Lifetime | Baxter | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Hamlet | Sea Captain | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | No Room at the Inn | O'Rane | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Anna Karenina | Konstantin Levin | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Captain Boycott | Mark Killain | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Henry V | Macmorris - Captain in the English Army | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Tawny Pipit | Jimmy Bancroft | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Demi-Paradise | Man on Ship-Dedication Stand | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Undercover | Dr. Jordon | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | We Dive at Dawn | Torpedo Gunner's Mate - C / P.O. Mike Corrigan | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | 49th Parallel | Vogel | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Edge of the World | Andrew Gray | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Turn of the Tide | John Lunn | Hit | Similar → |
Niall MacGinnis - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Niall MacGinnis?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Niall MacGinnis is "Hamlet" with a rating of 7.4/10.
How many movies has Niall MacGinnis acted in?
Niall MacGinnis has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Niall MacGinnis?
Other notable films include "Never Take Sweets from a Stranger", "Billy Budd", and "Jason and the Argonauts".