Ray Ashcroft
ActingAbout Ray Ashcroft
Raymond John Ashcroft is an English actor. He is best known for his roles as DS Geoff Daly in The Bill from 1996 to 2000, and Ronnie Marsden on Emmerdale from March to December 2003. In the late 1970s Ashcroft was the frontman of The Push, a Sheffield band. He started acting in repertory theatre before working in television and film productions. He played Ringo Starr in the biopic TV film Birth of the Beatles (1979),and he has also appeared in various television productions including Coronation Street. Ashcroft played DS Geoff Daly in The Bill from 1996 to 2000 before portraying Ronnie Madsen in Emmerdale (2003). In 2018, he portrayed Tom Jackson, a Yorkshire miner, in the play On Behalf of The People. In 2021, he played the lead role of Horace in the short film Mr Wong's Lullaby.
Ray Ashcroft Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Ray Ashcroft reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 7 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Ray Ashcroft's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 29% of Ray Ashcroft'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 New Mars, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Ray Ashcroft Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Ray Ashcroft's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Ray Ashcroft has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | I Remember When We Danced | Husband | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | New Mars | Apollo 1 | Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | Criminal | DC Harris | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Night Voice | Caller | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Shoot to Kill | Constable Frederick Robinsin | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | The Four Minute Mile | British Journalist | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | Birth of the Beatles | Ringo Starr | Average | Similar → |
Ray Ashcroft - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Ray Ashcroft?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ray Ashcroft is "New Mars" with a rating of 7.3/10.
How many movies has Ray Ashcroft acted in?
Ray Ashcroft has been featured in at least 7 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Ray Ashcroft?
Other notable films include "The Four Minute Mile", "Birth of the Beatles", and "I Remember When We Danced".