Sid Vicious - Actor Profile

Sid Vicious

Acting
Updated: Apr 13, 2026
29Total Films
8.1 Highest Rated
Born: May 10, 1957
Birth Place: Lewisham, London, England United Kingdom

About Sid Vicious

Sid Vicious, born John Simon Ritchie, was an English musician and vocalist. He achieved fame as a member of the punk rock band the Sex Pistols, replacing Glen Matlock, who had fallen out of favour with the rest of the group. American expatriate Chrissie Hynde, before she formed the Pretenders, tried to convince Ritchie to join her in a sham marriage so she could get a work permit in the UK. John Lydon nicknamed Ritchie "Sid Vicious" after Lydon's pet hamster Sid.

Sid Vicious Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Sid Vicious reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 29 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Sid Vicious's work falls within the Music genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 41% of Sid Vicious'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 Queen: Days of Our Lives, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Sid Vicious Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Sid Vicious's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Sid Vicious has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2018 Here to be Heard: The Story of The Slits Self (archive footage) Average Similar →
2017 Two Sevens Clash: Dread Meets Punk Rockers Self Super Hit Similar →
2016 Sad Vacation: The Last Days of Sid and Nancy - Hit Similar →
2013 Never Mind the Baubles: Xmas '77 with the Sex Pistols Sid Vicious (archive footage) Super Hit Similar →
2013 Sex Pistols: Never Mind The Bollocks Here's The Sex Pistols Self - Bass Flop Similar →
2012 Sex Pistols: Never Mind The Bollocks, Here's The Sex Pistols Self Flop Similar →
2011 Queen: Days of Our Lives Self (archive footage) Super Hit Similar →
2011 Sex Pistols: The Whole Story Self Hit Similar →
2009 Sid! By Those Who Really Knew Him Himself Flop Similar →
2009 Who Killed Nancy? Self - Musician (archive footage) Flop Similar →
2007 The Sex Pistols: In their own words Self Flop Similar →
2007 NY77: The Coolest Year in Hell Self (archive footage) (uncredited) Super Hit Similar →
2003 Hey! Is Dee Dee Home? - Average Similar →
2002 Classic Albums: Sex Pistols - Never Mind The Bollocks, Here's The Sex Pistols Self (archive footage) Hit Similar →
2001 25 Years of Punk Self (archive footage) Average Similar →
2000 The Filth and the Fury Self (archive footage) Hit Similar →
1999 The Clash: Westway To The World - Hit Similar →
1996 Sex Pistols: Live at Budokan Self Hit Similar →
1996 Sex Pistols: Live in Winterland Self - Bass, Backing Vocals Flop Similar →
1989 Sex Pistols: Decade... A Look Back (Unlimited Supply) Self Flop Similar →
1988 Sex Pistols: Buried Alive Self Flop Similar →
1981 D.O.A. Self Average Similar →
1980 The Great Rock 'n' Roll Swindle The Gimmick Average Similar →
1980 Punk and Its Aftershocks Self Hit Similar →
1979 Mr. Mike's Mondo Video Self Flop Similar →
1978 The Punk Rock Movie Self Average Similar →
1978 Sex Pistols - Live at the Longhorn Self Hit Similar →
1977 Acceleration Punk Self Flop Similar →
N/A sex pistols - 1978 live, san francisco - Flop Similar →

Sid Vicious - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Sid Vicious?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Sid Vicious is "Queen: Days of Our Lives" with a rating of 8.1/10.

How many movies has Sid Vicious acted in?

Sid Vicious has been featured in at least 29 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Sid Vicious?

Other notable films include "Never Mind the Baubles: Xmas '77 with the Sex Pistols", "Two Sevens Clash: Dread Meets Punk Rockers", and "NY77: The Coolest Year in Hell".

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