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Mike Newell, director
Director

Mike Newell: Movies, Awards & Box Office

films
33
on screen
1972–2022
box office
$1.84B
award win
1
average score
77
Born
January 1, 1942 (age 84)
Birthplace
Not Specified
Citizenship
United Kingdom
Occupations
Film director, television director
Years active
1964-present
Spouses
Not Specified
Career at a glance

Mike Newell's Career in Numbers

Mike Newell's films in numbers — as a director, not counting appearances as themselves: when they were made, the genres Mike Newell works in most and the milestones along the way. The filmography runs from Just Your Luck (1972) to One Red Nose Day and a Wedding (2019), and the 1980s were the busiest decade.

Mike Newell Movies by Decade

  1. 1970s 3
  2. 1980s 8
  3. 1990s 7
  4. 2000s 4
  5. 2010s 4

The 1980s were Mike Newell's busiest decade, with 8 films.

Mike Newell Movies by Genre

  • Drama 14
  • Tv movie 4
  • Adventure 3
  • Action 2
  • Romance 1
  • Thriller 1
  • Horror 1

Drama is the genre Mike Newell has worked in most, with 14 films, ahead of tv movie (4).

Mike Newell Career Milestones

First film
Just Your Luck 1972
Biggest box office hit
Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire $897M worldwide
Best-rated film
The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society Movie Echo Score 78
33 credits

Mike Newell Filmography: Every Movie

Every film Mike Newell is credited on, newest first, with the role, the box office and the Movie Echo Score. Rated films average a score of 77. Re-order the list to see the best-rated films or the biggest hits first.

1 win · 2 nominations

Mike Newell: Awards & Nominations

1 win from 2 nominations across 2 award bodies, from 1995 to 1995. Every ceremony is listed newest first, with the category and the film.

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

Who Is Mike Newell?

Mike Newell was born in Not Specified in 1942 and is 84 years old. Credited on films since 1972, as a director. The background, training and the roles that shaped the career.

Mike Newell (born in 1942) is a renowned British film director with a long-standing career in the entertainment industry. Known for his adaptability and ability to work across a variety of film genres, Newell's work has a unique flair that has appealed to audiences worldwide. His expansive filmography includes crowd favorites and critics' picks, successfully crossing over between big-budget blockbusters and thought-provoking art films. Newell's style is characterized by his captivating storytelling, dynamic visuals, and unwavering attention to detail, crafting each scene with meticulous care. His quick wit and innovative vision have placed him amongst the greatest filmmakers of his generation.

Starting his career in the British television industry, Newell established his reputation as a skilled director with a distinct perspective. He then transitioned to Hollywood film and since has directed some of the industry’s huge hits. His filmography includes the captivating 'Four Weddings and Funeral' (1994), the enchanting 'Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire' (2005), and the fascinating 'Donnie Brasco' (1997), showcasing his tremendous range. His impactful work has earned him numerous accolades, including BAFTA TV Award, and a BAFTA for Best Film. Despite achieving such great success, Newell remains grounded, continuously striving to push the boundaries of his craft and elevate storytelling in cinema. His passion and dedication to filmmaking is truly inspirational.

Works with

Who Mike Newell Makes Movies With

The actors and directors Mike Newell shares the most films with. Daniel Radcliffe comes first, with 6 films together, followed by Emma Watson (6).

FAQ

Mike Newell: Questions & Answers

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

How many movies has Mike Newell been in?

Mike Newell is credited on 33 films, from 1972 to 2022. 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 Mike Newell's highest-grossing movie?

Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire (2005) is Mike Newell's biggest box office hit, with $897M worldwide, ahead of Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time (2010) ($336M). Across every film with box office figures, Mike Newell's movies have made $1.84B.

Mike Newell's biggest hits

What is the best Mike Newell movie?

By the Movie Echo Score, which blends critic reviews, audience ratings and lasting impact, Mike Newell's best-rated film is The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society (2018) with a score of 78, followed by Harry Potter 20th Anniversary: Return to Hogwarts (2022) (76).

Best Mike Newell movies, ranked

Has Mike Newell won an Oscar?

Mike Newell has not been nominated for an Oscar. Across every ceremony in the awards database, Mike Newell has 1 win from 2 nominations.

How old is Mike Newell?

Mike Newell is 84 years old, born on January 1, 1942 in Not Specified.

What is Mike Newell's newest movie?

The most recent film on Mike Newell's filmography is Harry Potter 20th Anniversary: Return to Hogwarts (2022), in the role of Self.

Who does Mike Newell work with most often?

Mike Newell shares the most films with Daniel Radcliffe (6 films), Emma Watson (6 films) and Rupert Grint (5 films).

The Best Mike Newell Movies, Ranked

Top rated, most awarded and biggest box office hits from 33 directing credits.

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