Pat Laffan
ActingAbout Pat Laffan
Pat Laffan was an Irish actor best known for his roles as Georgie Burgess in The Snapper and the milkman Pat Mustard in the Father Ted episode Speed 3. Laffan grew up on a farm in Co. Meath and began his career as an actor after graduating from Engineering in UCD. A prolific theatre actor, Laffan was a member of the Abbey Theatre Company in the 1960s and 1970s, and was the Director of the Peacock Theatre for most of the 1970s. He directed in the Gate Theatre from 1979 to 1982. Laffan had around 40 film credits to his name - including turns in Steven Spielberg's War Horse (2011), Intermission (2003), The General (1998) and Leap Year (2010) - and 30 credits on TV, Moone Boy, EastEnders and Ripper Street, to name a few. He died on March 14th, 2019 at the age of 79.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Pat Laffan reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 38 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Pat Laffan'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 34% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Pat Laffan remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Barry Lyndon, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Pat Laffan Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Pat Laffan's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Pat Laffan.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | When Hitchcock met O'Casey | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | Laid to Rest | Frank | Flop | Similar → |
| 2017 | Ballyfin: Portrait of an Irish Country House | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | War Horse | Devon Farmer #2 | Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | The Runway | Manus | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | Leap Year | Donal | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | The Wednesdays | Judge | Flop | Similar → |
| 2006 | The Queen | Head Ghillie | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | A Ferret Called Mickey | Dougie O'Neill | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | The Boys & Girl from County Clare | Gerry - The Customs Officer | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | Intermission | Charlie O'Brien | Average | Similar → |
| 2002 | How Harry Became a Tree | Father O'Connor | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | Durango | Bill Gobberley | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | Park | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | The General | Sgt. Patrick Higgins | Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | The General | Police Sergeant Patrick Higgins | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Before I Sleep | Harte's Father | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | The Serpent's Kiss | Pritchard | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | The Saint | Catholic Priest | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | Space Truckers | Scummy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | Trojan Eddie | Matt | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | An Awfully Big Adventure | Mr Harcourt | Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Sharpe's Sword | Connelly | Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | War of the Buttons | Mr Connor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | The Snapper | George Burgess | Average | Similar → |
| 1992 | The Playboys | Duffy | Average | Similar → |
| 1991 | Hear My Song | Taxi Driver 1 | Average | Similar → |
| 1991 | The Treaty | Bishop | Average | Similar → |
| 1991 | Journey to Knock | Father Mallory | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | Events at Drimaghleen | Mr. McDowd | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | After Midnight | Head Chef | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | My Left Foot: The Story of Christy Brown | Barman | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | Pigs | Detective 2 | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | To The Western World | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1975 | Barry Lyndon | Nora's Brother #1 | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | A War of Children | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | I Can't... I Can't... | Dr. Farnum (as Patrick Laffan) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1964 | Girl with Green Eyes | Bertie Counham | Hit | Similar → |
Pat Laffan - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Pat Laffan?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Pat Laffan is "Barry Lyndon" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Pat Laffan acted in?
Pat Laffan has been featured in at least 38 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Pat Laffan?
Other notable films include "My Left Foot: The Story of Christy Brown", "War Horse", and "Sharpe's Sword".