Paul Shelley - Actor Profile

Paul Shelley

Acting
Updated: May 11, 2026
13Total Films
9.0 Highest Rated
Born: May 15, 1942
Birth Place: Leeds, Yorkshire, England, UK

Paul Shelley Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Paul Shelley reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 13 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 69% of Paul Shelley'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 Nightmare, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Paul Shelley Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Paul Shelley's career based on audience ratings.

★9.0
Nightmare (1972) movie poster
★9.0

Nightmare: An edited version of the Pathfinders TV drama set in the Second World War, telling the story of the fictitious Royal Air

Nightmare

1972•Drama
★8.8
On Wings of Fire (1986) movie poster
★8.8

On Wings of Fire: Maestro Zubin Mehta introduces the history of Zoroastrianism and prophet Zarathushtra in an epic that covers 3500 years

On Wings of Fire

1986•Drama
★8.0
It Shouldn't Happen to a Vet (1976) movie poster
★8.0

It Shouldn't Happen to a Vet: Based on James Herriot's books about life as a 1930s veterinarian in Yorkshire, John Alderson plays the kindly doctor wh

It Shouldn't Happen to a Vet

1976•Drama
★7.1
Macbeth (1971) movie poster
★7.1

Macbeth: Scotland, 11th century. Driven by the twisted prophecy of three witches and the ruthless ambition of his wife, warlord M

Macbeth

1971•War
★7.0
Paradise Postponed (1986) movie poster
★7.0

Paradise Postponed: A clergyman noted for his support of left-wing causes, leaves his considerable estate to a Conservative member of parlia

Paradise Postponed

1986

Full Filmography

Every movie Paul Shelley has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2010 Macbeth Duncan / Doctor Hit Similar →
2003 Dot the I Presenter Average Similar →
1997 Caught in the Act Neville Goodenough Hit Similar →
1986 Paradise Postponed Fred Simcox Hit Similar →
1986 On Wings of Fire King Vishtaspa Super Hit Similar →
1986 God's Outlaw John Frith Hit Similar →
1985 Lace 2 Christopher Swann Flop Similar →
1982 Doctor Who: Four to Doomsday Persuasion Flop Similar →
1979 Certainties and Doubts - Flop Similar →
1976 It Shouldn't Happen to a Vet Richard Carmody Super Hit Similar →
1972 Nightmare - Super Hit Similar →
1971 Macbeth Donalbain Hit Similar →
1969 Oh! What a Lovely War Jack Henry Smith Hit Similar →

Paul Shelley - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Paul Shelley?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Paul Shelley is "Nightmare" with a rating of 9.0/10.

How many movies has Paul Shelley acted in?

Paul Shelley has been featured in at least 13 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Paul Shelley?

Other notable films include "On Wings of Fire", "It Shouldn't Happen to a Vet", and "Macbeth".

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