
Joe Dempsie
ActingAbout Joe Dempsie
Joseph Maxwell Dempsie (born 22 June 1987) is an English actor, best known for his roles as Chris Miles in the E4 teen comedy-drama Skins (2007–2008) and Gendry Baratheon in Game of Thrones (2011–2013; 2017–2019). Dempsie's earlier acting credits include the medical dramas Peak Practice (2000), Doctors (2001–2003), and Sweet Medicine (2003), as well as the films One for the Road and Heartlands (2003). He also appeared in This is England '86 (2010) and This is England '90 (2015), Born and Bred, a BBC documentary-drama about Tony Martin, and as the villainous John in The Fades (2011).
Joe Dempsie Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Joe Dempsie reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 23 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Joe Dempsie's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 35% of Joe Dempsie'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 Truckload, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Joe Dempsie Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Joe Dempsie's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Joe Dempsie has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Addition | Seamus | Average | Similar → |
| 2025 | Merge | Neil (segment "Soulmate") | Flop | Similar → |
| 2025 | Truckload | Hot Doctor | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2025 | Soulmate | Neil | Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | The Love Box in Your Living Room | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | Aftertaste | Alfie | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | Game of Thrones: The Last Watch | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | Been So Long | Kestrel | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | Come Out of the Woods | Ally | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | Dark River | David | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | StarGirl | Meteor Hunter 2 | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | Burn Burn Burn | James | Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Ellen | Jason | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | Madly | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2015 | The Gamechangers | Jamie King | Average | Similar → |
| 2014 | Monsters: Dark Continent | Frankie | Flop | Similar → |
| 2012 | Murder: Joint Enterprise | Stefan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | Happy Clapper | Marshy | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | Blitz | Theo Nelson | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | Edge | Philip | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | The Damned United | Duncan McKenzie | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | One for the Road | TWOC'er | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | Heartlands | Craig | Average | Similar → |
Joe Dempsie - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Joe Dempsie?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Joe Dempsie is "Truckload" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has Joe Dempsie acted in?
Joe Dempsie has been featured in at least 23 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Joe Dempsie?
Other notable films include "The Love Box in Your Living Room", "Murder: Joint Enterprise", and "Soulmate".




