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Sam Spruell, actor
Actor

Sam Spruell: Movies & Box Office

films
25
on screen
2003–2026
box office
$217M
average score
65
Born
January 1, 1977 (age 49)
Birthplace
Southwark, London, England
Citizenship
British
Occupations
Actor
Years active
2002-present
Known for

The Best Sam Spruell Movies

The highest-rated films Sam Spruell is credited on, by the Movie Echo Score that blends critic reviews, audience ratings and lasting impact. The World Is Yours (2018) scores highest, at 79. The full ranking adds the biggest box office hits and the most awarded films.

Full ranking
Career at a glance

Sam Spruell's Career in Numbers

Sam Spruell's films in numbers — as an actor, not counting appearances as themselves: when they were made, the genres Sam Spruell works in most and the milestones along the way. The filmography runs from To Kill a King (2003) to H Is for Hawk (2026), and the 2010s were the busiest decade.

Sam Spruell Movies by Decade

  1. 2000s 3
  2. 2010s 11
  3. 2020s 11

The 2010s were Sam Spruell's busiest decade, with 11 films.

Sam Spruell Movies by Genre

  • Drama 14
  • Action 3
  • Horror 1
  • Crime 1
  • Adventure 1
  • Comedy 1
  • Thriller 1
  • Mystery 1

Drama is the genre Sam Spruell has worked in most, with 14 films, ahead of action (3).

Sam Spruell Career Milestones

First film
To Kill a King 2003
Biggest box office hit
Insidious: Out of the Further $165M worldwide
Best-rated film
The World Is Yours Movie Echo Score 79
Newest film
H Is for Hawk 2026
25 credits

Sam Spruell Filmography: Every Movie

Every film Sam Spruell is credited on, newest first, with the role, the box office and the Movie Echo Score. Rated films average a score of 65. Re-order the list to see the best-rated films or the biggest hits first.

Biography

Who Is Sam Spruell?

Sam Spruell was born in Southwark, London, England in 1977 and is 49 years old. Credited on films since 2003, as an actor. The background, training and the roles that shaped the career.

Sam Spruell, born on 1 January 1977, is a renowned British character actor who is primarily recognized for his portrayals of mostly villainous roles. He was born and raised in Southwark, London. As part of his early education, Spruell attended Hull University before completely immersing himself in the world of acting. In fact, his acting prowess may be genetic, as his mother, Linda Broughton, is also an acclaimed actress.

Spruell made a name for himself in the realm of theater, making his stage debut with the Royal National Theatre. He has had the opportunity to be part of many notable productions such as 'The Caretaker', 'Pornography', 'A Midsummer Night's Dreams', and many more. His journey into cinema began with Kathryn Bigelow's submarine drama 'K-19: The Widowmaker' in 2002. Also an active participant in TV series, Spruell has been involved in the series like 'Spooks', 'Mayday', 'The Last Ship', and 'Luther' to name a few. His portrayal of the 'immortal hired gun' Ole Munch in the fifth season of the Fargo series was especially acclaimed. Likewise, in 2024, Spruell bagged the role of Maekar Targaryen in the much-anticipated upcoming series 'A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms'.

Works with

Who Sam Spruell Makes Movies With

The actors and directors Sam Spruell shares the most films with. Alastair Mackenzie comes first, with 2 films together, followed by Vinette Robinson (2).

FAQ

Sam Spruell: Questions & Answers

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

How many movies has Sam Spruell been in?

Sam Spruell is credited on 25 films, from 2003 to 2026. The filmography on this page lists every one of them, newest first, with the role and the Movie Echo Score.

What is Sam Spruell's highest-grossing movie?

Insidious: Out of the Further (2026) is Sam Spruell's biggest box office hit, with $165M worldwide, ahead of The Dog Stars (2026) ($38.9M). Across every film with box office figures, Sam Spruell's movies have made $217M.

Sam Spruell's biggest hits

What is the best Sam Spruell movie?

By the Movie Echo Score, which blends critic reviews, audience ratings and lasting impact, Sam Spruell's best-rated film is The World Is Yours (2018) with a score of 79, followed by H Is for Hawk (2026) (76).

Best Sam Spruell movies, ranked

How old is Sam Spruell?

Sam Spruell is 49 years old, born on January 1, 1977 in Southwark, London, England.

What is Sam Spruell's newest movie?

The most recent film on Sam Spruell's filmography is The Dog Stars (2026), in the role of John.

Who does Sam Spruell work with most often?

Sam Spruell shares the most films with Alastair Mackenzie (2 films), Vinette Robinson (2 films) and Benedict Cumberbatch (2 films).

The Best Sam Spruell Movies, Ranked

Top rated, most awarded and biggest box office hits from 25 credits.

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