Grayson Perry - Actor Profile

Grayson Perry

Acting
Updated: May 17, 2026
10Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Mar 24, 1960
Birth Place: Chelmsford, Essex, England, UK

About Grayson Perry

Grayson Perry CBE RA is an English contemporary artist, writer and broadcaster. He is known for his ceramic vases, tapestries and cross-dressing, as well as his observations of the contemporary arts scene, and for dissecting British "prejudices, fashions and foibles".

Known For: Acting

Grayson Perry Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Grayson Perry reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 10 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 40% of Grayson Perry'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 Hail the New Puritan, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Grayson Perry Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Grayson Perry's career based on audience ratings.

★10.0
Hail the New Puritan (1986) movie poster
★10.0

Hail the New Puritan: A fictionalized portrait of the British dancer and choreographer Michael Clark, depicting a day in his life as he and hi

Hail the New Puritan

1986•Music
★8.0
Joe Lycett: Summer Exhibitionist (2022) movie poster
★8.0

Joe Lycett: Summer Exhibitionist: Art-loving comedian Joe Lycett joins artists hoping to make it onto the walls of the RA Summer Exhibition 2022, the worl

Joe Lycett: Summer Exhibitionist

2022•Documentary
★7.6
I Am Martin Parr (2024) movie poster
★7.6

I Am Martin Parr: Since the 1970s‚ Martin Parr has fearlessly held out his unique photographic mirror and given us some of the most extrao

I Am Martin Parr

2024•Documentary
★6.6
The British Guide to Showing Off (2011) movie poster
★6.6

The British Guide to Showing Off: Documentary about British artist Andrew Logan as he attempts to put on the 2009 edition of his Alternative Miss World.

The British Guide to Showing Off

2011•Documentary
★6.2
Brabham (2020) movie poster
★6.2

Brabham: The story of the forgotten godfather of modern Formula 1—Jack Brabham—and a son's quest to defy the odds in the competit

Brabham

2020•Documentary

Full Filmography

Every movie Grayson Perry has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2024 I Am Martin Parr Self Super Hit Similar →
2022 Joe Lycett: Summer Exhibitionist Self Super Hit Similar →
2022 Eric Ravilious: Drawn to War - Flop Similar →
2020 Brabham Self Average Similar →
2018 Royal Academy of Arts: Summer Exhibition 2018 Self Flop Similar →
2012 All In The Best Possible Taste Self Flop Similar →
2011 The British Guide to Showing Off - Hit Similar →
2011 Grayson Perry and the Tomb of the Unknown Craftsman Self Flop Similar →
1986 Hail the New Puritan - Super Hit Similar →
1985 Grayson/Flowers/Jewels Himself Flop Similar →

Grayson Perry - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Grayson Perry?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Grayson Perry is "Hail the New Puritan" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Grayson Perry acted in?

Grayson Perry has been featured in at least 10 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Grayson Perry?

Other notable films include "Joe Lycett: Summer Exhibitionist", "I Am Martin Parr", and "The British Guide to Showing Off".

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