Bernard Sumner - Actor Profile

Bernard Sumner

Acting
Updated: May 09, 2026
31Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Jan 4, 1956
Birth Place: Salford, Lancashire, England

About Bernard Sumner

Bernard 'Barney' Sumner is the lead singer and founder member of New Order and was a founder member of Joy Division.

Bernard Sumner Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Bernard Sumner reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 31 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 39% of Bernard Sumner'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 Bizarre Love Triangle, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Bernard Sumner Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Bernard Sumner's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Bernard Sumner has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2023 Record On: New Order - Power, Corruption & Lies self Super Hit Similar →
2021 New Order Live At Alexandra Palace self Hit Similar →
2021 New Order: Education Entertainment Recreation (Live At Alexandra Palace) Himself Flop Similar →
2018 New Order: Decades Self Hit Similar →
2011 Joy Division: Live & Promo Appearances 1979-1980 - Flop Similar →
2009 Synth Britannia at the BBC Self Super Hit Similar →
2009 Synth Britannia Self Super Hit Similar →
2009 Joy Division Self Super Hit Similar →
2008 New Order - Live in Glasgow Self Average Similar →
2007 Factory: Manchester from Joy Division to Happy Mondays Himself Super Hit Similar →
2005 New Order: A Collection Self Hit Similar →
2003 New Order: International Self Flop Similar →
2002 New Order: 5 11 Self Super Hit Similar →
2001 New Order 3 16 Self Super Hit Similar →
1993 New Order Story Self Hit Similar →
1989 New Order: Brixton Academy Self Flop Similar →
1988 Joy Division - Substance 1977-1988 Self Flop Similar →
1986 Bizarre Love Triangle Self Super Hit Similar →
1986 New Order: Pumped Full of Drugs Himself Flop Similar →
1986 新秩序:兄弟情谊 Self Flop Similar →
1986 New Order: Pumped Full of Drugs - Live in Tokyo Self Flop Similar →
1985 New Order: Rox Box - Flop Similar →
1985 The Perfect Kiss Self Flop Similar →
1985 New Order: Low-Life Self Flop Similar →
1984 Factory: Play at Home Self Flop Similar →
1983 New Order: Power, Corruption & Lies Self Flop Similar →
1983 New Order: Taras Shevchenko Self Flop Similar →
1982 Joy Division: Here Are the Young Men - Flop Similar →
1981 New Order: Movement Self Flop Similar →
1980 Joy Division: Live at University Of London Union - Flop Similar →
1979 Joy Division (A Film by Malcolm Whitehead) Self Flop Similar →

Bernard Sumner - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Bernard Sumner?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Bernard Sumner is "Bizarre Love Triangle" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Bernard Sumner acted in?

Bernard Sumner has been featured in at least 31 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Bernard Sumner?

Other notable films include "New Order 3 16", "Synth Britannia at the BBC", and "New Order: 5 11".

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