Peter Sellars

Directing

Freshness: Jan 19, 2026

16Total Films

9.0 Highest Rated

Born: Sep 27, 1957

Birth Place: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Peter Sellars reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 16 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Documentary

The majority of Peter Sellars's filmography leans towards the Documentary 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 25% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Peter Sellars remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Erbarme dich - Matthäus Passion Stories, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Peter Sellars Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Peter Sellars's career based on audience ratings.

★9.0

Erbarme dich - Matthäus Passion Stories (2015) movie poster

★9.0

Erbarme dich - Matthäus Passion Stories — Erbarme dich - Matthäus Passion Stories is a labyrinthine narrative in which notables such as Peter Sellars, Emio Greco,

Erbarme dich - Matthäus Passion Stories

2015•Documentary

★8.0

SIMON! The Joy of Conducting (2025) movie poster

★8.0

SIMON! The Joy of Conducting — “As I child, I always had music in my head. I thought everybody did,” the legendary conductor Sir Simon Rattle recalls.

SIMON! The Joy of Conducting

2025•Documentary

★7.5

Toni Morrison: The Pieces I Am (2019) movie poster

★7.5

Toni Morrison: The Pieces I Am — This artful and intimate meditation on the legendary storyteller examines her life, her works, and the powerful themes s

Toni Morrison: The Pieces I Am

2019•Documentary

★6.6

Foreigners Out! Schlingensief's Container (2002) movie poster

★6.6

Foreigners Out! Schlingensief's Container — FOREIGNERS OUT! SCHLINGENSIEFS CONTAINER is a thrilling, insightful, funny chronicle and reflection of one of he biggest

Foreigners Out! Schlingensief's Container

2002•Documentary

★6.4

★6.4

King Lear — A descendant of Shakespeare tries to restore his plays in a world rebuilding itself after the Chernobyl catastrophe obli

King Lear

1988•Comedy

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Peter Sellars.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2025	SIMON! The Joy of Conducting	Self	Super Hit	Similar →
2020	Jedermann auf der Weltbühne – 100 Jahre Salzburger Festspiele	Self	Flop	Similar →
2019	Toni Morrison: The Pieces I Am	Self	Super Hit	Similar →
2018	Franco Zeffirelli: Directing from Life	Himself	Flop	Similar →
2015	Reza Abdoh: Theater Visionary	Self	Flop	Similar →
2015	Erbarme dich - Matthäus Passion Stories	Self	Super Hit	Similar →
2013	Britten: Nocturne	Himself	Flop	Similar →
2006	Hail Bop! A Portrait of John Adams	Self	Flop	Similar →
2004	Peter Sellars: A Portrait	Self	Flop	Similar →
2003	Alice Waters and Her Delicious Revolution	Self	Flop	Similar →
2002	Foreigners Out! Schlingensief's Container	Himself	Hit	Similar →
2000	John Adams: A Portrait and A Concert of Modern American Music	Self	Flop	Similar →
1990	Destination Mozart: A Night at the Opera with Peter Sellars	-	Flop	Similar →
1988	King Lear	William Shakespeare Junior the Fifth	Average	Similar →
1987	Happy New Year	Dinner Guest	Average	Similar →
N/A	DAU. Cinema	Self	Flop	Similar →

Peter Sellars - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Peter Sellars?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Peter Sellars is "Erbarme dich - Matthäus Passion Stories" with a rating of 9.0/10.

How many movies has Peter Sellars acted in?

Peter Sellars has been featured in at least 16 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Peter Sellars?

Other notable films include "SIMON! The Joy of Conducting", "Toni Morrison: The Pieces I Am", and "Foreigners Out! Schlingensief's Container".