Van Morrison - Actor Profile

Van Morrison

Acting
Updated: May 08, 2026
41Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Aug 31, 1945
Birth Place: Belfast, Northern Ireland

Van Morrison Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Van Morrison reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 41 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 34% of Van Morrison'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 Van Morrison in Ireland, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Van Morrison Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Van Morrison's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Van Morrison has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2024 Life Is a Carnival: A Musical Celebration of Robbie Robertson Self Flop Similar →
2024 60 Songs: BBC Two at 60 Self (archive footage) Super Hit Similar →
2023 They All Came Out to Montreux Self Super Hit Similar →
2021 Kalvøyafestivalen - 50 år siden første riff Self (archive footage) Flop Similar →
2020 Once Were Brothers: Robbie Robertson and The Band Self Hit Similar →
2019 John Lee Hooker: The Boogie Man Self Flop Similar →
2018 Van Morrison: In Concert Van Morrison Super Hit Similar →
2016 Van Morrison: It's Too Late to Stop Now... The Film Himself Flop Similar →
2016 Jim Carter: Lonnie Donegan and Me Self Flop Similar →
2016 A Fanatic Heart: Geldof On Yeats Self Flop Similar →
2016 Bang! The Bert Berns Story Self Average Similar →
2015 Van Morrison – Up on Cyprus Avenue Self Hit Similar →
2013 Them and Van Morrison: A Video Anthology (1964-1970) - Flop Similar →
2009 Van Morrison - Astral Weeks Live at the Hollywood Bowl: The Concert Film Himself Average Similar →
2008 Van Morrison – BBC Four Sessions - Flop Similar →
2008 Van Morrison Live In London Self - vocals - guitar - alto saxophone - ukulele Flop Similar →
2008 Van Morrison: Under Review: 1964-1974 - Flop Similar →
2007 Rolling With the Blues Self (archive footage) Flop Similar →
2006 Van Morrison: Live at Montreux 1980 Self Flop Similar →
2006 Van Morrison - Live at Montreux 1980 & 1974 Himself Flop Similar →
2004 Eco Rock Festival - Hit Similar →
2004 Ray Charles: Genius Loves Company Self Flop Similar →
2004 John Lee Hooker: Come and See About Me Self Hit Similar →
2003 Red, White and Blues Self Super Hit Similar →
2002 Jerry Lee Lewis and Friends Self Flop Similar →
2000 From a Whisper to a Scream: The Living History of Irish Music Self Hit Similar →
1996 The Rocker: A Portrait of Phil Lynott Self Flop Similar →
1995 Van Morrison: Why Must I Always Explain Self Flop Similar →
1991 Van Morrison: One Irish Rover Self Flop Similar →
1990 Roger Waters: The Wall - Live in Berlin Self - Vocals Super Hit Similar →
1990 Van Morrison: The Concert Self Average Similar →
1989 Slim Gaillard's Civilisation Self Flop Similar →
1988 Van Morrison and The Chieftains: Songs of Innocence - Live in Belfast - Flop Similar →
1986 Chet Baker Live at Ronnie Scott's Self Flop Similar →
1986 Rock ‘N’ Roll Goldmine: The San Francisco Sound Self Flop Similar →
1982 Van Morrison: Live at Rockpalast - Flop Similar →
1981 Van Morrison in Ireland - Super Hit Similar →
1978 The Last Waltz Self Super Hit Similar →
1977 The Midnight Special Legendary Performances 1977 Self Hit Similar →
1977 The Day the Music Died Self Super Hit Similar →
1973 Van Morrison: Live at The Rainbow - Flop Similar →

Van Morrison - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Van Morrison?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Van Morrison is "Van Morrison in Ireland" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Van Morrison acted in?

Van Morrison has been featured in at least 41 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Van Morrison?

Other notable films include "60 Songs: BBC Two at 60", "They All Came Out to Montreux", and "The Day the Music Died".

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