Steven Knight - Actor Profile

Steven Knight

Writing
Updated: Apr 18, 2026
2Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Aug 5, 1959
Birth Place: Marlborough, England, UK

About Steven Knight

Steven Knight (born 5 August 1959) is a British screenwriter, producer, and director for film and television. He wrote the screenplays for the films Closed Circuit, Dirty Pretty Things, and Eastern Promises. Also, he wrote and directed the films Locke and Hummingbird (a.k.a. Redemption). In July 2025, it was announced that he would write the 26th official James Bond film, to be directed by Denis Villeneuve. Knight is one of three creators of Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?, a game show that has been remade and aired in around 160 countries worldwide. He is also the creator of the BBC's Peaky Blinders and SAS: Rogue Heroes, and has written for Commercial Breakdown, The Detectives, See, and Taboo. He has built a large film and television studio complex in inner-city Birmingham called Digbeth Loc., opened in 2024. Description above from the Wikipedia article Steven Knight, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.

Steven Knight Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Steven Knight reflects exceptional commercial consistency. Across 2 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 100% of Steven Knight'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 Peaky Blinders: The Real Story, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Steven Knight Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Steven Knight's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Steven Knight has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2026 Peaky Blinders: The Real Story Self Super Hit Similar →
N/A Peaky Blinders: A Peek Behind the Curtain Himself Super Hit Similar →

Steven Knight - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Steven Knight?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Steven Knight is "Peaky Blinders: The Real Story" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Steven Knight acted in?

Steven Knight has been featured in at least 2 major films throughout their career.

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