Glen Hansard
ActingAbout Glen Hansard
Glen Hansard (born 21 April 1970) is the Academy Award–winning principal songwriter and vocalist/guitarist for Irish group The Frames and one half of folk rock duo, The Swell Season. He is also known for his acting, having appeared in the BAFTA winning film The Commitments, as well as starring the film Once. His song "Falling Slowly" from Once, co-written with Markéta Irglová, won the Academy-Award for Best Original Song in 2007, and between 2007–2008 earned him ten other major nominations or awards.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Glen Hansard reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 17 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Documentary
The majority of Glen Hansard's filmography leans towards the Documentary 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 29% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Glen Hansard remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Heyday - The Mic Christopher Story, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Glen Hansard Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Glen Hansard's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Glen Hansard.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Bono & The Edge: A Sort of Homecoming with Dave Letterman | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | Hallelujah: Leonard Cohen, a Journey, a Song | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | Cyrano | Guard | Average | Similar → |
| 2021 | Breaking Out | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2021 | Eddie Vedder: Live at Ohana Festival 2021 | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2020 | The Busk - A Decade of Christmas on Grafton Street | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | Heyday - The Mic Christopher Story | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | Come On Up to the House | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 2018 | The Camino Voyage | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | Jeff Buckley: You and I | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | The Frames: In the Deep Shade | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 2012 | The Swell Season | Himself | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | The Swell Season: One Step Away | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | Once | Guy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | The Commitments | Outspan Foster | Hit | Similar → |
| N/A | Shelter me: Apollo House | - | Flop | Similar → |
| N/A | The Forward Journey | - | Flop | Similar → |
Glen Hansard - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Glen Hansard?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Glen Hansard is "Heyday - The Mic Christopher Story" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Glen Hansard acted in?
Glen Hansard has been featured in at least 17 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Glen Hansard?
Other notable films include "Bono & The Edge: A Sort of Homecoming with Dave Letterman", "Hallelujah: Leonard Cohen, a Journey, a Song", and "Once".