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Ciaran Foy, director
Director

Ciaran Foy: Movies & Box Office

films
3
on screen
2012–2019
box office
$53.5M
average score
76
Born
October 1, 1979
Birthplace
Northside Dublin
Full name
Ciarán Foy
Citizenship
Irish
Occupations
Film director, Screenwriter
Years active
2001-present
Career at a glance

Ciaran Foy's Career in Numbers

Ciaran Foy's films in numbers — as a director, not counting appearances as themselves: when they were made, the genres Ciaran Foy works in most and the milestones along the way. The filmography runs from Citadel (2012) to Eli (2019).

Ciaran Foy Movies by Decade

  1. 2010s 3

Ciaran Foy Movies by Genre

  • Horror 1
  • Mystery 1
  • Drama 1

Horror is the genre Ciaran Foy has worked in most, with 1 film, ahead of mystery (1).

Ciaran Foy Career Milestones

First film
Citadel 2012
Biggest box office hit
Sinister 2 $53.3M worldwide
Best-rated film
Eli Movie Echo Score 76
Newest film
Eli 2019
3 credits

Ciaran Foy Filmography: Every Movie

Every film Ciaran Foy is credited on, newest first, with the role, the box office and the Movie Echo Score. Rated films average a score of 76. Re-order the list to see the best-rated films or the biggest hits first.

Biography

Who Is Ciaran Foy?

Ciaran Foy was born in Northside Dublin on October 1, 1979. Credited on films since 2012, as a director. The background, training and the roles that shaped the career.

Ciarán Foy, born in 1979, is a renowned Irish film director and screenwriter, famously known for his roles in the creation of 'Citadel', 'Sinister 2', and 'Eli'. His journey in the film industry kicked off in the early 2000s, with his feature film debut coming in 2012 when he wrote and directed the Irish psychological horror 'Citadel', cast with Aneurin Barnard in the leading role. The film premiered at the South by Southwest festival and clinched several awards, considerably elevating Foy's profile in the cinema world. Aside from 'Citadel', 'Sinister 2' and 'Eli', Foy also made significant contributions to the creation of the award-winning short film 'The Faeries of Blackheath Woods' based on his own script. His media products cross a range of genres, from supernatural horror films to psychological thrillers, and short films, showcasing his adaptability and competence in various categories that mark Foy's versatility in his career. Being born, raised, and kicking off his filmmaking career in Dublin, his works are often imbued with Irish elements and settings, creating an unmistakable signature style for Foy. Moving forward, Foy is set to direct 'The Shee', a 1960s Ireland-set elevated thriller film which would be another worthwhile addition to his impressive filmography.

FAQ

Ciaran Foy: Questions & Answers

How many movies Ciaran Foy has made, the biggest hit, the best-rated film, the award record and more, answered from the filmography above.

How many movies has Ciaran Foy been in?

Ciaran Foy is credited on 3 films, from 2012 to 2019. All of them as a director. The filmography on this page lists every one of them, newest first, with the role and the Movie Echo Score.

What is Ciaran Foy's highest-grossing movie?

Sinister 2 (2015) is Ciaran Foy's biggest box office hit, with $53.3M worldwide, ahead of Citadel (2012) ($142K). Across every film with box office figures, Ciaran Foy's movies have made $53.5M.

Ciaran Foy's biggest hits

What is the best Ciaran Foy movie?

By the Movie Echo Score, which blends critic reviews, audience ratings and lasting impact, Ciaran Foy's best-rated film is Eli (2019) with a score of 76.

Best Ciaran Foy movies, ranked

When was Ciaran Foy born?

Ciaran Foy was born on October 1, 1979 in Northside Dublin.

What is Ciaran Foy's newest movie?

The most recent film on Ciaran Foy's filmography is Eli (2019), which Ciaran Foy directed.

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