P.H. Moriarty
ActingAbout P.H. Moriarty
P.H. Moriarty was a British actor best known for playing hard men and gangsters. He began acting late in life, having worked for many years in several professions including a boxer and a longshoresman. It was whilst working in the latter role that his film career started; a production company, shooting on the docks spotted him one day and asked him to act in their film. Moriarty's film credits include Guy Ritchie's feature film debut Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels, The Long Good Friday, Jaws 3-D and the Western-inspired sci-fi film Outland (1981). He also starred in various British television programmes and TV movies.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of P.H. Moriarty reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 24 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of P.H. Moriarty's filmography leans towards the Drama 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), P.H. Moriarty remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best P.H. Moriarty Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from P.H. Moriarty's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of P.H. Moriarty.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Rise of the Footsoldier: Origins | Ian Jarvis | Average | Similar → |
| 2014 | Evil Never Dies | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | The Riddle | D.I. Willis / Constable Frederick (as P H Moriarty) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2006 | Manilla Envelopes | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Submerged | Chief | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels | 'Hatchet' Harry Lonsdale | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Chaplin | Workhouse Official | Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Patriot Games | Court Guard | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Palmer | Clayton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Dear Sarah | Warder Deans | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | The Accountant | Anthony James May | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | A Sense of Freedom | Prison Warder | Average | Similar → |
| 1985 | Number One | Mike the Throat | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | Slayground | Seeley | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | Jaws 3-D | Jack Tate | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | The Making of Jaws 3-D: Sharks Don't Die | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | Jake's End | Taylor | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | Outland | Hitman #1 | Average | Similar → |
| 1980 | The Long Good Friday | Razors | Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | Bloody Kids | Police 1 | Average | Similar → |
| 1980 | Fox | Wesley | Flop | Similar → |
| 1979 | Quadrophenia | Barman at Villain's Pub | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | Scum | Mr. Hunt | Hit | Similar → |
| N/A | The Chelsea Cowboy | Justice Mars-Jones | Flop | Similar → |
P.H. Moriarty - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of P.H. Moriarty?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring P.H. Moriarty is "Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels" with a rating of 8.1/10.
How many movies has P.H. Moriarty acted in?
P.H. Moriarty has been featured in at least 24 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by P.H. Moriarty?
Other notable films include "Chaplin", "The Long Good Friday", and "Scum".