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Director

James Marsh: Movies, Awards & Box Office

films
17
as director
15
on screen
1985–2024
box office
$149M
award win
1
average score
55
Born
April 30, 1963 (age 63)
Birthplace
Truro, United Kingdom
Citizenship
United Kingdom
Occupations
Film Director, Documentary Director
Years active
1990-present
Career at a glance

James Marsh's Career in Numbers

James Marsh's films in numbers — as a director, not counting appearances as themselves: when they were made, the genres James Marsh works in most and the milestones along the way. The filmography runs from Rebel (1985) to Dance First (2024), and the 2000s were the busiest decade.

James Marsh Movies by Decade

  1. 1980s 1
  2. 1990s 4
  3. 2000s 5
  4. 2010s 5
  5. 2020s 2

The 2000s were James Marsh's busiest decade, with 5 films.

James Marsh Movies by Genre

  • Documentary 6
  • Drama 5
  • Biography 2
  • Adventure 1
  • Tv movie 1
  • Crime 1
  • Romance 1

Documentary is the genre James Marsh has worked in most, with 6 films, ahead of drama (5).

James Marsh Career Milestones

First film
Rebel 1985
Biggest box office hit
The Theory of Everything $124M worldwide
Best-rated film
King of Thieves Movie Echo Score 58
Newest film
Dance First 2024
17 credits

James Marsh Filmography: Every Movie

Every film James Marsh is credited on, newest first, with the role, the box office and the Movie Echo Score. 15 as director and 2 as actor. Rated films average a score of 55. Re-order the list to see the best-rated films or the biggest hits first.

1 win · 3 nominations

James Marsh: Awards & Nominations

1 win from 3 nominations across 2 award bodies, from 2009 to 2015. Every ceremony is listed newest first, with the category and the film.

All movie awards
  • DGA Awards logo DGA Awards 1 win from 2 nominations
  • BAFTA logo BAFTA 1 nomination
Biography

Who Is James Marsh?

James Marsh was born in Truro, United Kingdom in 1963 and is 63 years old. Credited on films since 1985, as a director. The background, training and the roles that shaped the career.

Born on April 30, 1963, James Marsh is a prominent figure in the global film industry, making notable contributions as a English film and documentary director. Although he ventured into directing films, his recognition came mainly through documentaries which have been widely acclaimed. Marsh embarked on his career journey during the early 1990s and his first breakthrough came with 'Wisconsin Death Trip' in 1999. Over the years, his works have received numerous awards; most notably, his film 'Man on Wire' fetched the Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature in 2008. His other laurel-wreathed project, 'The Theory of Everything' was nominated for several awards, including the Academy Award for Best Picture. Marsh's unique ability to interweave imagination and reality through vibrant storytelling techniques identified him as an impactful auteur. Not limited to documentaries and feature films, Marsh also made a significant presence on the mini screen directing episodes for notable television dramas.

Despite the fame and accolades, Marsh remained grounded to his artistic root - filmmaking. His meticulous attention to aspects like character development, screenplay intricacy, and narrative depth make his works memorable and engaging. Adding to the brilliant storytelling propensity, Marsh's distinctive knack for employing aesthetic elements skilfully further amplifies his artistry. His filmography is a testament to his extraordinary skills and unmatched passion for filmmaking. His works transcending the ordinary barriers of cinema, Marsh ascertains his significance and relevance even amidst the rapidly evolving film industry dynamics.

Works with

Who James Marsh Makes Movies With

The actors and directors James Marsh shares the most films with. Andrew Garfield comes first, with 2 films together, followed by Paddy Considine (2).

FAQ

James Marsh: Questions & Answers

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

How many movies has James Marsh been in?

James Marsh is credited on 17 films, from 1985 to 2024. 2 of them as an actor and 15 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 James Marsh's highest-grossing movie?

The Theory of Everything (2014) is James Marsh's biggest box office hit, with $124M worldwide, ahead of King of Thieves (2019) ($11.5M). Across every film with box office figures, James Marsh's movies have made $149M.

James Marsh's biggest hits

What is the best James Marsh movie?

By the Movie Echo Score, which blends critic reviews, audience ratings and lasting impact, James Marsh's best-rated film is King of Thieves (2019) with a score of 58, followed by The Mercy (2018) (55).

Best James Marsh movies, ranked

Has James Marsh won an Oscar?

James Marsh has not been nominated for an Oscar. Across every ceremony in the awards database, James Marsh has 1 win from 3 nominations.

How old is James Marsh?

James Marsh is 63 years old, born on April 30, 1963 in Truro, United Kingdom.

What is James Marsh's newest movie?

The most recent film on James Marsh's filmography is Dance First (2024), which James Marsh directed.

Who does James Marsh work with most often?

James Marsh shares the most films with Andrew Garfield (2 films), Paddy Considine (2 films) and David Morrissey (2 films).

The Best James Marsh Movies, Ranked

Top rated, most awarded and biggest box office hits from 17 directing credits.

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