Paul Moriarty
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Paul Moriarty (born 19 May 1946) is a British actor. He is best known for playing Det. Sgt. Jake Barrett in the ITV police series The Gentle Touch (1980–1984) and George Palmer in the BBC soap opera EastEnders (1996–1998). Known for having a strong cockney accent, Moriarty has often been cast in police or criminal roles and has played police officers in ten different television shows throughout his career. Description above from the Wikipedia article Paul Moriarty (actor), licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Paul Moriarty Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Paul Moriarty reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 13 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Paul Moriarty's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 23% of Paul Moriarty'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 Troilus & Cressida, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Paul Moriarty Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Paul Moriarty's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Paul Moriarty has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Worlds Within: The Life of Ian Marter | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2021 | The Haunted Hotel | George ("Devil Inside") | Average | Similar → |
| 2018 | Oi For England's Green and Pleasant Land | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | Night Flight | Gary | Average | Similar → |
| 1995 | The Absence of War | Andrew Buchan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | The Crying Game | Club Manager | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Hidden Agenda | Journalist | Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | A Genius Like Us: A Portrait of Joe Orton | Truscott - Loot | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | Rating Notman | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | Troilus & Cressida | Diomedes | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | Prostitute | London Detective | Flop | Similar → |
| 1975 | Thwum | Bernard | Flop | Similar → |
| 1973 | Russian Roulette | Alexy | Flop | Similar → |
Paul Moriarty - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Paul Moriarty?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Paul Moriarty is "Troilus & Cressida" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Paul Moriarty acted in?
Paul Moriarty has been featured in at least 13 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Paul Moriarty?
Other notable films include "Rating Notman", "Hidden Agenda", and "Night Flight".