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Peter Turner

Acting
Updated: May 16, 2026
9Total Films
6.7 Highest Rated
Born: Feb 21, 1952
Birth Place: Liverpool, UK

About Peter Turner

Peter Turner is a Liverpool-born actor, writer and director. He joined the National Youth Theatre aged sixteen, working extensively in theatre, film and television. He is the author of Film Stars Don't Die in Liverpool, the true story of his intimate friendship with Hollywood star Gloria Grahame. His memoir was turned into a movie in 2017 in which he had a small cameo. Jamie Bell played Turner as a young man, opposite Annette Bening as Grahame.

Known For: Acting

Peter Turner Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Peter Turner reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 9 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 11% of Peter Turner'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 Jacob, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Peter Turner Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Peter Turner's career based on audience ratings.

★6.7
Jacob (1994) movie poster
★6.7

Jacob: Isaac's son Jacob deprives his brother Esau of his birthright and has to flee for his life. He finds shelter with his un

Jacob

1994•Adventure
★6.4
Film Stars Don't Die in Liverpool (2017) movie poster
★6.4

Film Stars Don't Die in Liverpool: Liverpool, 1978: What starts as a vibrant affair between a legendary femme-fatale, the eccentric Academy Award-winning a

Film Stars Don't Die in Liverpool

2017•Romance
★6.3
Who Dares Wins (1982) movie poster
★6.3

Who Dares Wins: When SAS Captain Peter Skellen is thrown out of the service for gross misconduct due to unnecessary violence and bullyin

Who Dares Wins

1982•Action
★6.3
That'll Be The Day (1973) movie poster
★6.3

That'll Be The Day: Britain, 1958. Restless at school and bored with his life, Jim leaves home to take a series of low-level jobs at a seasi

That'll Be The Day

1973•Music
★6.1
The Krays (1990) movie poster
★6.1

The Krays: Twins Ronnie and Reggie Kray are raised in east London, under the influence of their hateful but doting mother Violet. A

The Krays

1990•Drama

Full Filmography

Every movie Peter Turner has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2017 Film Stars Don't Die in Liverpool Jackie Average Similar →
1994 Jacob First Merchant Hit Similar →
1990 The Krays Regal Manager Average Similar →
1983 Runners Policeman Flop Similar →
1982 Charles & Diana: A Royal Love Story - Flop Similar →
1982 Who Dares Wins Terrorist Average Similar →
1979 The Tempest Trinculo, his friend Average Similar →
1978 The Comeback Harry Cunningham Average Similar →
1973 That'll Be The Day Teddy Boy Average Similar →

Peter Turner - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Peter Turner?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Peter Turner is "Jacob" with a rating of 6.7/10.

How many movies has Peter Turner acted in?

Peter Turner has been featured in at least 9 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Peter Turner?

Other notable films include "Film Stars Don't Die in Liverpool", "Who Dares Wins", and "That'll Be The Day".

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