
Paul Bigley
ActingAbout Paul Bigley
Trained at LAMDA. Theatre includes ‘Breaking The Code’ with Derek Jacobi at The Haymarket, ‘One Way Pendulum’ directed by Jonathan Miller at The Old Vic and ‘Toronto’. He played Alan Bennett opposite Susan Hampshire in Bennett’s ‘The Lady In The Van’ for The Theatre Royal, Bath. He has filmed on Arctic ice floes in ‘Shackleton’ with Kenneth Branagh and in Russia and Ukraine for ‘Sharpe’ with Sean Bean. Comedy series include ‘Just A Gigolo’ with Tony Slattery, ‘The Fast Show’, and ‘Men Behaving Badly’. Film work includes the Oscar winning ‘Shakespeare In Love’.
Paul Bigley Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Paul Bigley reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 14 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Paul Bigley's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 36% of Paul Bigley'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 The Danish Girl, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Paul Bigley Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Paul Bigley's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Paul Bigley has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Something About You | Manager | Flop | Similar → |
| 2023 | The Great Escaper | Band Leader | Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | Holmes & Watson | Teacher #1 | Flop | Similar → |
| 2018 | The Children Act | Colin | Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Harry Price: Ghost Hunter | - | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | The Danish Girl | Man in Gallery | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | Ted & Ralph | Short Tom | Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | Shakespeare in Love | Peter | Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | The Very Thought of You | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | Sharpe: The Legend | Dobbs | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Eleven Men Against Eleven | Spode | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | Royal Celebration | Andrew | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | Customer Service From Hell | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | The Caucasian Chalk Circle | Stableman/Inn Servant/Bizergan Kazbeki/Lawyer 2 | Flop | Similar → |
Paul Bigley - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Paul Bigley?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Paul Bigley is "The Danish Girl" with a rating of 7.6/10.
How many movies has Paul Bigley acted in?
Paul Bigley has been featured in at least 14 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Paul Bigley?
Other notable films include "Shakespeare in Love", "Ted & Ralph", and "The Children Act".




