Oliver Stapleton
CameraAbout Oliver Stapleton
Oliver David Whiteside Stapleton (born 12 April 1948), BSC is an English cinematographer. He graduated from the University of Cape Town in 1970 with a degree in psychology and from the National Film and Television School (NFTS) UK while working in South Africa (from 1966 to 1974) and England. One of his first efforts was the student film Shadowplay, a film about South African immigrants trying to adjust to life in London, which he wrote, directed, and edited. He progressed to filming music videos and commercials. He worked with many famous bands in the early-to-mid 80s, including a-ha, David Bowie, The Rolling Stones, Eddy Grant and The Human League.
Oliver Stapleton Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Oliver Stapleton reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 5 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Oliver Stapleton's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 20% of Oliver Stapleton'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 Bad News, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Oliver Stapleton Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Oliver Stapleton's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Oliver Stapleton has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | The Rise of the Comic Strip | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | Completely Bad News | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 2018 | Seduction. Betrayal. Murder: The Making of The Grifters | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2015 | Interview with Oliver Stapleton | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | Bad News | Himself | Super Hit | Similar → |
Oliver Stapleton - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Oliver Stapleton?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Oliver Stapleton is "Bad News" with a rating of 8.7/10.
How many movies has Oliver Stapleton acted in?
Oliver Stapleton has been featured in at least 5 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Oliver Stapleton?
Other notable films include "Seduction. Betrayal. Murder: The Making of The Grifters", "Completely Bad News", and "Interview with Oliver Stapleton".