TV Shows - John Hurt
Sorted by online popularity, based on the Engagement Score on March 28, 2025. John Hurt has appeared in 2 television series with data.
#97Doctor Whoas The Doctor • 1 episode • #97 most popular showDoctor Who is a British sci-fi TV series revolving around a time-traveling extraterrestrial called the ‘Doctor’. Using a TARDIS, he traverses time and space to combat foes, assist civilizations, and correct wrongs, often with human companions.
#319Who Do You Think You Are?as Self • 1 episode • #319 most popular showWho Do You Think You Are? is a genealogy documentary series that explores the family histories of well-known individuals. Each episode follows a celebrity as they embark on a journey to uncover their ancestry and discover surprising and sometimes heartwarming stories. Through expert research, historical records, and DNA analysis, the show reveals the hidden secrets and connections that shape the celebrities' identities and provides a fascinating glimpse into the lives of their ancestors. Who Do You Think You Are? offers a captivating and informative exploration of personal history and genealogical detective work.
Movies - John Hurt
Sorted by online popularity. John Hurt has appeared in 49 movies with data.
#205Alienas Kane • #205 most popular movieAlien is a classic 1979 science fiction horror film directed by Ridley Scott. It tells the story of the crew of the Nostromo spaceship who encounter a deadly extraterrestrial creature.
#290V for Vendettaas Chancellor Adam Sutler • #290 most popular movieV for Vendetta is a 2006 dystopian political action film centered on a masked freedom fighter named V, who wages war against a fascist regime in a future UK. Alongside a young woman, Evey Hammond, he fights to liberate the citizens through disruptive acts of rebellion.
#299New York, I Love Youas Bellhop (segment "Shekhar Kapur") • #299 most popular movieNew York, I Love You is a 2008 American romantic comedy-drama anthology film consisting of eleven short films, each by a different director. The stories are set in various neighborhoods of New York City and revolve around the theme of love.
#310Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stoneas Mr. Ollivander • #310 most popular movieHarry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone is a 2001 fantasy film based on the novel by J.K. Rowling. It follows the story of Harry Potter, a young wizard who discovers his magical abilities and begins his education at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry.
#686Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skullas Harold Oxley • #686 most popular movieIndiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull is a 2008 American action-adventure film directed by Steven Spielberg and the fourth installment in the Indiana Jones franchise. Set during the Cold War, the film follows Indiana Jones as he is coerced to search for a crystal skull with supernatural powers, while also trying to rescue his colleague Professor Oxley from the Soviets.
#721Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2as Ollivander • #721 most popular movieHarry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2 is a 2011 fantasy film directed by David Yates, serving as the conclusive chapter in the Harry Potter film series. It follows Harry, Ron, and Hermione as they strive to defeat the dark wizard Voldemort by uncovering and eliminating his Horcruxes, leading to a climactic showdown.
#873Tinker Tailor Soldier Spyas Control • #873 most popular movieTinker Tailor Soldier Spy is a 2011 British Cold War spy thriller film directed by Tomas Alfredson. It follows George Smiley, a retired intelligence officer, as he is tasked with identifying a Soviet double agent within the British secret service.
#911Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1as Ollivander • #911 most popular movieHarry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 1 is a 2010 fantasy film directed by David Yates. It is the first of two cinematic parts based on the 2007 novel Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows by J. K. Rowling. The story follows Harry, Ron, and Hermione as they set out to find and destroy the Horcruxes, crucial to ending Lord Voldemort's quest for immortality.
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#930Melancholiaas Dexter • #930 most popular movieMelancholia is a 2011 apocalyptic psychological drama thriller art film directed by Lars von Trier. Starring Kirsten Dunst and Charlotte Gainsbourg, the story follows two sisters whose relationship is tested by the impending collision of a rogue planet with Earth.
#1,309Spaceballsas Kane • #1,309 most popular movieSpaceballs is a 1987 American space opera parody film co-written, produced, and directed by Mel Brooks. It satirizes various sci-fi films and franchises including Star Wars, Star Trek, and others.
#1,353Heaven's Gateas Billy Irvine • #1,353 most popular movieHeaven's Gate is a 1980 American epic Western film that follows Sheriff James Averill in Wyoming as he navigates a conflict between European immigrants and wealthy land barons.
#1,402The Black Cauldronas The Horned King (voice) • #1,402 most popular movieThe Black Cauldron is a 1985 American animated dark fantasy adventure film produced by Walt Disney Pictures. It follows the journey of Taran, a young assistant pigkeeper, as he sets out to rescue an oracular pig kidnapped by the wicked Horned King.
#1,710Dogvilleas Narrator (voice) • #1,710 most popular movieDogville is a 2003 avant-garde drama film directed by Lars von Trier, featuring an ensemble cast including Nicole Kidman and Lauren Bacall. The story revolves around Grace Mulligan, a woman seeking refuge in the small mountain town of Dogville, Colorado, in exchange for labor, while hiding from mobsters.
#1,773Immortalsas Old Zeus • #1,773 most popular movieImmortals is a 2011 American fantasy action film directed by Tarsem Singh Dhandwar. It stars Henry Cavill, Stephen Dorff, Luke Evans, John Hurt, Isabel Lucas, Kellan Lutz, Freida Pinto, Joseph Morgan, Daniel Sharman, and Mickey Rourke. The film revolves around Theseus, a mortal chosen by Zeus to lead the battle against King Hyperion, who seeks a devastating weapon.
#1,825Perfume: The Story of a Murdereras Narrator (voice) • #1,825 most popular moviePerfume: The Story of a Murderer is a 2006 period psychological thriller film directed by Tom Tykwer, based on the 1985 novel of the same name by Patrick Süskind. The film follows Jean-Baptiste Grenouille, an olfactory genius, as he embarks on a homicidal quest for the perfect scent.
#1,933Rob Royas John Graham • #1,933 most popular movieRob Roy is a 1995 American historical biographical drama film depicting the life of Scottish clan chief Rob Roy MacGregor in the 18th century.
#2,440Hellboy II: The Golden Armyas Trevor Bruttenholm • #2,440 most popular movieHellboy II: The Golden Army is a 2008 American superhero film based on the Dark Horse Comics character created by Mike Mignola. It is a sequel to Hellboy (2004) and follows Hellboy, Liz, and Abe as they confront an underworld elven prince's plan to unleash a powerful army of killing machines to reclaim Earth for magical creatures.
#2,686Thumbelinaas Mr. Mole (voice) • #2,686 most popular movieThumbelina is a 1994 animated musical fantasy film based on Hans Christian Andersen's tale. It follows Thumbelina, a tiny girl born from a flower, who embarks on a journey to reunite with her fairy prince after being kidnapped by Ms. Toad.
#2,771The Skeleton Keyas Ben Devereaux • #2,771 most popular movieThe Skeleton Key is a 2005 American supernatural horror film set in a New Orleans plantation home. The plot revolves around a hospice nurse who becomes embroiled in a mysterious and dark history of the house.
#2,786Only Lovers Left Aliveas Christopher Marlowe • #2,786 most popular movieOnly Lovers Left Alive is a 2013 fantasy comedy-drama film about the enduring romance between two vampires, featuring a depressed musician reuniting with his lover in Detroit and facing challenges from her unpredictable younger sister.
#2,857Dead Manas John Scholfield • #2,857 most popular movie
#2,962The Elephant Manas John Merrick • #2,962 most popular movieThe Elephant Man is a biographical drama film depicting the life of severely deformed Joseph Merrick, known as 'John Merrick' in the movie, living in London during the late 19th century.
#3,143History of the World: Part Ias Jesus - The Roman Empire • #3,143 most popular movieHistory of the World, Part I is a 1981 American comedy film that humorously depicts various historical events such as the Roman Empire, the French Revolution, and the Spanish Inquisition.
#3,605Captain Corelli's Mandolinas Dr. Iannis • #3,605 most popular movieCaptain Corelli's Mandolin is a 2001 war film directed by John Madden, based on the 1994 novel Captain Corelli's Mandolin. The story unfolds on the tranquil island of Cephalonia during World War II, where a Greek fisherman's fiancée falls in love with the Italian commander after he leaves to fight with the Greek army.
#3,870Valiantas Felix (voice) • #3,870 most popular movieValiant is a 2005 computer-animated comedy film based on the true stories of war pigeons that assisted soldiers in World War II. The story follows Valiant, a woodland pigeon aspiring to be a hero, as he enlists in the Royal Homing Pigeon Service during the war.
#3,973Outlanderas Rothgar • #3,973 most popular movieOutlander is a 2008 action film that combines elements of science fiction and Viking lore. The story follows a humanoid alien who crash-lands on Earth during the Viking era, bringing a deadly alien predator with him. To combat the creature, he must collaborate with the Vikings, blending his advanced technology with their weaponry.
#4,000The Plague Dogsas Snitter (voice) • #4,000 most popular movieThe Plague Dogs is an animated adventure drama film based on the novel by Richard Adams, focusing on two dogs, Rowf and Snitter, who flee from an animal research laboratory in Great Britain.
#4,059The Tigger Movieas Narrator (voice) • #4,059 most popular movieThe Tigger Movie is a 2000 animated musical comedy-drama film featuring Pooh's friend Tigger as the main protagonist searching for his family tree and other Tiggers like himself.
#4,420Owning Mahownyas Victor Foss • #4,420 most popular movieOwning Mahowny is a 2003 Canadian film based on the true story of Dan Mahowny, a bank employee who embezzled over $10 million to fuel his gambling addiction.
#4,512Even Cowgirls Get the Bluesas The Countess • #4,512 most popular movieEven Cowgirls Get the Blues is a 1993 American romantic comedy-drama western film based on Tom Robbins' novel. The story follows Sissy Hankshaw, a hitchhiker with enormous thumbs, as she embarks on adventures that lead her to a beauty ranch in California.
#4,646Scandalas Stephen Ward • #4,646 most popular movieScandal is a 1989 British historical drama film based on the Profumo affair, directed by Michael Caton-Jones. It stars Joanne Whalley as Christine Keeler and John Hurt as Stephen Ward, central figures in the scandal.
#4,71010 Rillington Placeas Timothy Evans • #4,710 most popular movie10 Rillington Place is a 1971 British crime film that portrays the chilling story of serial killer John Christie and the tragic miscarriage of justice with Timothy Evans.
#5,183White Mischiefas Gilbert Colville • #5,183 most popular movieWhite Mischief is a British drama film set in 1940s Kenya, depicting the scandalous events of the Happy Valley murder case involving an aristocratic love triangle.
#5,270King Ralphas Lord Percival Graves • #5,270 most popular movieKing Ralph is a 1991 American comedy film about an American man who unexpectedly becomes the King of the United Kingdom and must adapt to royal life.
#5,289The Osterman Weekendas Lawrence Fassett • #5,289 most popular movieThe Osterman Weekend is a 1983 American suspense thriller film involving a CIA conspiracy during a weekend gathering in the countryside.
#5,810Wild Billas Charley Prince • #5,810 most popular movieWild Bill is a 1995 American acid Western film depicting the last days of the renowned lawman Wild Bill Hickok, directed by Walter Hill and starring Jeff Bridges.
#6,025The Hitas Braddock • #6,025 most popular movieThe Hit is a 1984 British road crime film directed by Stephen Frears, starring John Hurt, Terence Stamp, Laura del Sol, and Tim Roth. The title music features Eric Clapton and Roger Waters, with soundtrack music by Paco de Lucia.
#6,183Recountas Warren Christopher • #6,183 most popular movieRecount is a 2008 political drama television film that depicts the controversial Florida vote recount during the 2000 United States presidential election. It focuses on the intricacies of the recount process and the legal battles that ensued, bringing to light the significance of a few crucial votes in the state of Florida.
#6,218Night Crossingas Peter Strelzyk • #6,218 most popular movieNight Crossing is a 1982 thriller drama film based on the true story of two families attempting to escape from East Germany to West Germany during the Inner German border-era.
#6,370The Limits of Controlas Guitar • #6,370 most popular movieThe Limits of Control is a 2009 American film written and directed by Jim Jarmusch, featuring Isaach de Bankolé as a solitary assassin carrying out a covert mission in Spain.
#6,583Waking Sleeping Beautyas The Horned King (voice) (archive footage) • #6,583 most popular movieWaking Sleeping Beauty is a 2009 American documentary film that chronicles the tumultuous period from 1984 to 1994, known as the Disney Renaissance. Directed by Disney film producer Don Hahn and narrated by animator Don Hahn, the documentary relies on archival interviews, press kit footage, and personal videos to capture the resurgence of Walt Disney Feature Animation.
#6,781Lost Soulsas Father Lareaux • #6,781 most popular movieLost Souls is a 2000 American apocalyptic supernatural horror film directed by Janusz Kamiński. The plot revolves around a devout Catholic woman who decodes ciphers and becomes convinced that a successful writer has been chosen by Satan to become the antichrist.
#6,788Frankenstein Unboundas Dr. Joe Buchanan / Narrator (voice) • #6,788 most popular movie
#6,99344 Inch Chestas Old Man Peanut • #6,993 most popular movie44 Inch Chest is a 2009 British crime comedy-drama film about a man named Colin who, devastated by his wife's infidelity, seeks revenge with the help of his friends.
#7,013Ariaas The Actor • #7,013 most popular movieAria is a 1987 British anthology film consisting of ten short films by different directors, each showcasing visual accompaniment to operatic arias in Italian, French, or German.
#7,419From the Hipas Douglas Benoit • #7,419 most popular movieFrom the Hip is a 1987 American courtroom comedy-drama film directed by Bob Clark, featuring Judd Nelson as apprentice lawyer Robin Weathers.
#7,541Partnersas Kerwin • #7,541 most popular moviePartners is a 1982 American gay-themed buddy comedy film directed by James Burrows, featuring Ryan O'Neal as a heterosexual police officer who goes undercover with a gay police clerk to solve a murder mystery.
#8,282Second Bestas Uncle Turpin • #8,282 most popular movieSecond Best is a 1994 English drama film that portrays the challenging bond between a British postal officer and his adopted son.
John Hurt Biography
Sir John Vincent Hurt (22 January 1940 – 25 January 2017) was an English actor known for his versatile performances in film and television. With a career spanning over five decades, Hurt was regarded as one of Britain's finest actors. He gained prominence for his role as Richard Rich in the film A Man for All Seasons (1966) and won the British Academy Television Award for Best Actor for The Naked Civil Servant (1975). He portrayed Caligula in the BBC TV series I, Claudius (1976) and received Academy Award nominations for Best Supporting Actor in Midnight Express (1978) and Best Actor in The Elephant Man (1980). Other notable films include Alien (1979), 1984 (1984), and Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone (2001). Hurt was honored with the BAFTA Outstanding British Contribution to Cinema Award in 2012 and was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II in 2015 for his contributions to drama.
On March 28, 2025, John Hurt had 2,365 Wikipedia visits, making him the #2,398 most popular actor online.
