David Leon
ActingAbout David Leon
David Leon (born 1980) is an English actor perhaps best known for portraying the character Othello in photographer Rankin's directorial debut "Lives of the Saints", Guy Ritchie's film "Rock'N'Rolla" and British television series Cutting It, set in a Manchester hair-dressing salon. In 2007 Leon Played Billy the Kid in the acclaimed biopic for the BBC and starred in the Channel 4 drama Clapham Junction directed by Adrian Shergold. In 2006, he had a main role in the film 'These Foolish Things', which also starred Terence Stamp, Lauren Bacall and Anjelica Huston. The film's lead actress was Zoe Tapper, who guest-starred in an episode of Cutting It. In 2007, David played Billy The Kid in the BBC's mini series 'The Wild West'. He is also known for his role as Nathan in Boy Eats Girl, a zombie film. In 2010 he played Jesus in Mark Haddon's play Polar Bears at the Donmar Warehouse. He currently resides in London. In 2011 he played DS Joe Ashworth in the ITV detective show Vera along side Brenda Blethyn.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of David Leon reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 10 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of David Leon'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 30% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), David Leon remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Bliss!, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best David Leon Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from David Leon's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of David Leon.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Bliss! | Charlie Henderson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Walking with the Enemy | Lajos | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | Boys On Film 8: Cruel Britannia | Dan (segment "I Don't Care") | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | I Don't Care | Dan | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | RocknRolla | Malcolm | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Clapham Junction | Alfie Cartwright | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Lives of the Saints | Othello | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | These Foolish Things | Robin Gardner | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | Boy Eats Girl | Nathan | Flop | Similar → |
| 2004 | Alexander | Hermolaous (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
David Leon - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of David Leon?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring David Leon is "Bliss!" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has David Leon acted in?
David Leon has been featured in at least 10 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by David Leon?
Other notable films include "RocknRolla", "Clapham Junction", and "Walking with the Enemy".