John Carty
ActingAbout John Carty
John Carty is an Irish musician. Considered among Ireland’s best traditional musicians, Carty plays fiddle, tenor banjo, tenor guitar and occasionally the flute. He is very interested in the North Connacht traditional music style. Carty was born in London and now lives in Boyle, County Roscommon. His first fiddle album, Last Night's Fun, which released on Shanachie Records in 1996 has been described as a milestone in recorded fiddle music. In 2003, he was awarded Traditional Musician of the Year by the Irish Television station TG4. The award placed him in the company of previous winners, such as Matt Molloy and Paddy Keenan. He has played with the bands At the Racket and Patrick Street and has collaborated with poet, Ann Joyce and musicians including Alec Finn, Matt Molloy, Arty McGlynn, Séamus Begley, Dónal Lunny, Marcus Hernon and Michael McGoldrick. Carty has also featured as a musician in the films Jimmy's Hall (2014), Brooklyn (2015), and Banshees of Inisherin (2022)
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of John Carty reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 3 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of John Carty'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), John Carty remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Banshees of Inisherin, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best John Carty Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from John Carty's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of John Carty.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | The Banshees of Inisherin | Older Musician 1 | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | Royally Ever After | Gardener | Average | Similar → |
| 2004 | Blowies | Pierre | Flop | Similar → |
John Carty - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of John Carty?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring John Carty is "The Banshees of Inisherin" with a rating of 7.5/10.
How many movies has John Carty acted in?
John Carty has been featured in at least 3 major films throughout their career.