Owen Roe
ActingAbout Owen Roe
Owen Roe is one of Ireland’s foremost film, TV and theatre actors. Roe studied at the Oscar School of Acting and the Brendan Smith Academy in the late 1970s. Roe has been a prolific stage actor for decades. He won an Irish Theatre Award for playing Claudius in Hamlet. He also won a Special Tribute Award at The Irish Times Theatre Awards 2019. He also wrote one play, Fear of Feathers, staged at the Andrews Lane Theatre in 1991. On TV, Roe has appeared on Scarlett, The Ambassador, Ballykissangel, Rásaí na Gaillimhe, Penny Dreadful, Vikings and Fair City., and as Oliver Cromwell in The History Channel Documentary "Cromwell: God's Executioner" based on the book by Professor Micheál Ó Siochrú He has appeared in several films, mostly made in Ireland, including Michael Collins (as Arthur Griffith), Intermission and Breakfast on Pluto. He has received three IFTA nominations. On radio, Roe was one-third of the Scrap Saturday political satire series, and is best remembered for his impression of P. J. Mara, loyal adviser to Charles Haughey. He also appeared on Baldi (BBC Radio 4) as Inspector Rynne.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Owen Roe reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 22 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Owen Roe'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), Owen Roe remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Saving the Titanic, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Owen Roe Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Owen Roe's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Owen Roe.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | The Roots | Sebastian Quintana | Flop | Similar → |
| 2024 | King Frankie | Aidan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2023 | The Christmas Break | Calum Reilly | Average | Similar → |
| 2023 | Wickedly Evil | The Chief | Hit | Similar → |
| 2023 | Irish Crime: Moon Over Galway | Jonathan Carroll | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Abe's Story | Various Roles (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | Pursuit | Mr. King | Flop | Similar → |
| 2012 | Saving the Titanic | White Star Lawyer | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | Sensation | Liam | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | When Harvey Met Bob | Tony Powell | Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | Wide Open Spaces | Gerard Ring | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | Alarm | Joe / Mossie | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | The Shadow in the North | Bram Stoker | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Breakfast on Pluto | Dean | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Intermission | Mr. Henderson | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | When the Sky Falls | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | Ulys | voice | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | Soft Sand, Blue Sea | Joe | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | Michael Collins | Arthur Griffith | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | Loving | Michael Mathewson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Frankie Starlight | Senior Customs Officer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | The Treaty | George Gavan Duffy | Average | Similar → |
Owen Roe - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Owen Roe?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Owen Roe is "Saving the Titanic" with a rating of 7.9/10.
How many movies has Owen Roe acted in?
Owen Roe has been featured in at least 22 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Owen Roe?
Other notable films include "King Frankie", "Breakfast on Pluto", and "Michael Collins".