Sam Heughan
ActingAbout Sam Heughan
Sam graduated from the Royal Scottish Academy of Music and Drama in 2003. He was nominated for a 2003 Laurence Olivier Award (Most Promising Performance) for Outlying Islands at the Royal Court Theatre Upstairs. Sam has appeared in various TV programmes including: A Very British Sex Scandal (Channel 4), Any Human Heart (Film4), Midsomer Murders (ITV) and as a regular character in BBC Soaps River City and Doctors. His film leads include: Young Alexander The Great (Ilya Salkind Company) and Emulsion (White Lantern Films), while theatre credits include: Plague Over England (Duchess, West End), MacBeth (Nottingham, Edinburgh Lyceum), Romeo And Juliet (Dundee Rep) and Hamlet (Citizens Glasgow).
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Sam Heughan reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 14 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Sam Heughan'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 36% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Sam Heughan remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in A Princess for Christmas, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Sam Heughan Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Sam Heughan's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Sam Heughan.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Love Again | Rob Burns | Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | SAS: Red Notice | Tom Buckingham | Average | Similar → |
| 2021 | To Olivia | Paul Newman | Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | One World: Together at Home | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | Bloodshot | Jimmy Dalton | Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | The Spy Who Dumped Me | Sebastian | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | When the Starlight Ends | Jacob | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | Emulsion | Ronny Maze | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | Heart of Lightness | Lyngstrand | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | A Princess for Christmas | Ashton Prince of Castlebury | Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | Young Alexander the Great | Alexander | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | First Light | Geoffrey 'Boy' Wellum | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | Breaking the Mould | Charles Fletcher | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | A Very British Sex Scandal | Edward McNally | Average | Similar → |
Sam Heughan - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Sam Heughan?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Sam Heughan is "A Princess for Christmas" with a rating of 7.0/10.
How many movies has Sam Heughan acted in?
Sam Heughan has been featured in at least 14 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Sam Heughan?
Other notable films include "One World: Together at Home", "To Olivia", and "Bloodshot".