Paul Simonon - Actor Profile

Paul Simonon

Acting
Freshness: Jan 13, 2026
42Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Dec 15, 1955
Birth Place: Brixton, London, England, UK

About Paul Simonon

Paul Gustave Simonon (born 15 December 1955) is an English musician and artist best known as the bassist for the Clash. More recent work includes his involvement in the supergroup the Good, the Bad & the Queen and playing on the Gorillaz album Plastic Beach in 2010, which saw Simonon reunite with the Clash guitarist Mick Jones and Blur frontman Damon Albarn – and which also led to Simonon becoming the live band's touring bassist for Gorillaz's Escape to Plastic Beach Tour. Simonon is also an established visual artist.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Paul Simonon reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 42 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Music

The majority of Paul Simonon's filmography leans towards the Music 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 45% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Paul Simonon remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Rock Milestones: The Clash's London Calling, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Paul Simonon Movies Ranked

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

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Paul Simonon.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2025 Antoine de Caunes : la vie rêvée d'un enfant du rock Self Super Hit Similar →
2022 Speed Is Expensive: The Philip Vincent Story Self Hit Similar →
2022 Rebel Dread Self Hit Similar →
2022 Ennio Self Super Hit Similar →
2017 Two Sevens Clash: Dread Meets Punk Rockers Self Super Hit Similar →
2015 The Clash: New Year's Day '77 - Super Hit Similar →
2012 The Clash: The Rise and Fall of The Clash - Average Similar →
2012 The Clash The Ultimate Review - Flop Similar →
2010 Gorillaz: Plastic Beach Live at La Musicale Self Flop Similar →
2010 Gorillaz: Live at Roundhouse in London - Flop Similar →
2010 The Making of Plastic Beach Self Flop Similar →
2009 Carnival! Self Flop Similar →
2009 US Festival 1983 Days 1-3 Self - The Clash Super Hit Similar →
2008 The Clash: Live (Revolution Rock) - Super Hit Similar →
2008 The Clash: Tory Crimes and Other Tales - Flop Similar →
2007 Joe Strummer: The Future Is Unwritten Self Hit Similar →
2006 Rock Milestones: The Clash's London Calling Himself Super Hit Similar →
2006 The Clash: Up Close and Personal - Flop Similar →
2006 The Clash: This is TV Clash 1977-1982 - Flop Similar →
2005 Punk: Attitude Self Hit Similar →
2005 Viva Joe Strummer: The Clash and Beyond Himself Flop Similar →
2004 The Clash: The Last Testament - The Making of London Calling Himself Hit Similar →
2003 The Clash : The Essential Clash Himself Super Hit Similar →
2001 If I Should Fall from Grace: The Shane MacGowan Story Self Average Similar →
1999 The Clash: Westway To The World Himself Hit Similar →
1986 The Way They Were: Punk and the New Wave 1976-1978 Self Flop Similar →
1983 The Clash: Live at the US Festival in San Bernardino - Flop Similar →
1983 Hell W10 Earl Hit Similar →
1982 The King of Comedy Street Scum Super Hit Similar →
1982 Ladies and Gentlemen, the Fabulous Stains Johnny Average Similar →
1982 The Clash: Live in Tokyo Himself - Bass, Backing vocals Super Hit Similar →
1981 The Clash On Broadway - Flop Similar →
1981 Concerts for the People of Kampuchea Self Flop Similar →
1980 D.O.A. Self Average Similar →
1980 Rude Boy The Group Average Similar →
1980 Just Play The Clash - Flop Similar →
1980 Punk and Its Aftershocks Self Hit Similar →
1980 The Clash: Live at The Capitol Theater - Flop Similar →
1980 The Clash: Live in Paris 1980 - Flop Similar →
1978 The Punk Rock Movie Self Average Similar →
1977 Punk in London Self Hit Similar →
1977 The Clash: Live in Munich, 3rd October 1977 - Flop Similar →

Paul Simonon - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Paul Simonon?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Paul Simonon is "Rock Milestones: The Clash's London Calling" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Paul Simonon acted in?

Paul Simonon has been featured in at least 42 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Paul Simonon?

Other notable films include "US Festival 1983 Days 1-3", "The Clash: New Year's Day '77", and "The Clash: Live in Tokyo".