Ger Ryan
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Ger Ryan is an Irish film and television actress, whose credits include Queer as Folk, The War of the Buttons, The Van, Moll Flanders, Driftwood, A Love Divided and Intermission. Ryan has worked extensively in theatre, television and film. She has been twice nominated for a Royal Television Society Award for Family and Amongst Women, and three times nominated by IFTA for Amongst Women, Intermission and The Return. She is also a recipient of a Belfast Telegraph EMA Award in for her work on A Place with the Pigs and Song of the Yellow Bittern. In 2007, she received an IFTA for her work on the two-part docu-drama, Stardust, by RTÉ. She also played Margie McEvoy in all three series of the award-winning BBC drama series, The Street, with Timothy Spall. Most recently, she has played the role of Maeve Harte in RTÉ's popular drama series, Raw. Description above from the Wikipedia article Ger Ryan, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Ger Ryan reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 21 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Ger Ryan'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 33% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Ger Ryan remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Family, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Ger Ryan Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Ger Ryan's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Ger Ryan.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Rialto | Kathleen | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | The Man Who Invented Christmas | Mrs. Dickens | Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Love, Rosie | Alice Dunne | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | The Callback Queen | Mary Carroll | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | Hummingbird | Mother Superior | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | Dorothy Mills | Eileen McMahon | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | Exodus | Batya | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | Damage | Liz Maher | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Frozen | Elsie | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | The Return | Maggie | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Intermission | Maura | Average | Similar → |
| 2002 | Sinners | Niamh | Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | Forgive and Forget | Ruth O'Neil | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | Northern Lights | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | The Van | Maggie | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | Moll Flanders | Orphanage Woman | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | After 68 | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | War of the Buttons | Fergus' Mum | Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | Family | Paula Spencer | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | The Commitments | Pawnbroker | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | The Courier | Assistant in Jewellers | Flop | Similar → |
Ger Ryan - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Ger Ryan?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ger Ryan is "Family" with a rating of 8.5/10.
How many movies has Ger Ryan acted in?
Ger Ryan has been featured in at least 21 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Ger Ryan?
Other notable films include "Love, Rosie", "The Commitments", and "Sinners".