Raymond Mearns
ActingAbout Raymond Mearns
Raymond Mearns is a Scottish actor and comedian who is best known for his part in Scottish comedy sitcom Legit, in which he played Happy Boab. He has also appeared in Ae Fond Kiss... and It's a Free World..., which were both directed by award-winning Ken Loach. Mearns has also acted alongside his brother Eddie when they played the Blind Twins, Troy and Roy Pettifer in the 1998 short film Home, which won Best Short Film at the 1999 BAFTA Awards. He appeared in the Rab C. Nesbitt Christmas special, in which he played a BBC security guard. It aired on 23 December 2008. He also starred in Next Time Ned.
Raymond Mearns Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Raymond Mearns reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 12 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Raymond Mearns's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 50% of Raymond Mearns'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 Next Time Ned, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Raymond Mearns Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Raymond Mearns's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Raymond Mearns has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | The Organist | Uncle Tommy | Flop | Similar → |
| 2024 | Sharp Instinct: Volume II | David Wainwright | Flop | Similar → |
| 2024 | Some Laugh - Live at the Pavilion | Self (Guest) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2020 | Limbo | Mike | Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | The Mug | The Suited Man | Flop | Similar → |
| 2012 | Doors Open | Wee Martin | Flop | Similar → |
| 2012 | Tumult | Bus Driver | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | The Illusionist | Additional Voices (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | Next Time Ned | Ned Randall | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | It's a Free World... | Andy | Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | Ae Fond Kiss... | Big Roddie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | Home | Troy | Hit | Similar → |
Raymond Mearns - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Raymond Mearns?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Raymond Mearns is "Next Time Ned" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has Raymond Mearns acted in?
Raymond Mearns has been featured in at least 12 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Raymond Mearns?
Other notable films include "The Illusionist", "Home", and "Limbo".