Cast: Ruth Sheen
Top movies, series, and documentaries starring Ruth Sheen. Uncover the most acclaimed works, loved by fans and praised by critics.
Titles found: 36
Unforgotten (TV Series)
2015 · Series · 60 min. · United Kingdom
Direction Chris Lang · Andy Wilson
Cast Sanjeev Bhaskar · Nicola Walker · Trevor Eve · Bernard Hill
Synopsis Unforgotten (TV Series) (2015) delves into the lives of four individuals whose pasts are inextricably linked by a decades-old mystery. The discovery of a young man's remains beneath the rubble of a demolished house sets off a chain of events...
7.3
332 votes
7.3
332 votes
Brassic (TV Series)
2019 · Series · 43 min. · United Kingdom
Direction Daniel O'Hara · Jon Wright · Saul Metzstein
Cast Damien Molony · Joseph Gilgun · Michelle Keegan · Dominic West
Synopsis Brassic (TV Series) (2019) is a comedic television program that unfolds over three seasons and 14 episodes, set in the picturesque county of Lancashire. The narrative revolves around the enduring friendship of Vinnie (Joseph Gilgan) and Dylan (Damien Molony), who...
7.2
371 votes
7.2
371 votes
Vera Drake
2004 · Movie · 125 min. · United Kingdom
Direction Mike Leigh
Cast Imelda Staunton · Philip Davis · Adrian Scarborough · Daniel Mays
Synopsis Vera Drake (2004) is set in London, 1950, where the titular character, Vera Drake, resides with her husband Stan and their adult children, Sid and Ethel. Despite their modest means, the family enjoys a strong bond and a happy life....
7.1
7K votes
7.1
7K votes
All or Nothing
2002 · Movie · 128 min. · United Kingdom
Direction Mike Leigh
Cast Timothy Spall · Lesley Manville · Alison Garland · James Corden
Synopsis All or Nothing (2002) delves into the life of Penny, whose affection for her partner, Phil, a thoughtful taxi driver, has waned. Penny works at a supermarket checkout, while their daughter Rachel is employed as a cleaner in a retirement...
7.1
2K votes
7.1
2K votes
High Hopes
1988 · Movie · 100 min. · United Kingdom
Direction Mike Leigh
Cast Philip Davis · Ruth Sheen · Edna Doré · Philip Jackson
Synopsis High Hopes (1988) presents a heartfelt portrayal of a working-class couple, Shirley and Cyril, navigating life in London. The story revolves around their daily struggles, including Cyril's aging and increasingly forgetful mother, his pretentious sister Valerie, and her unfaithful husband....
7.0
447 votes
7.0
447 votes
C. B. Strike: Troubled Blood (TV Miniseries)
2022 · Series · United Kingdom
Direction Susan Tully
Cast Tom Burke · Holliday Grainger · Jonas Armstrong · Linda Bassett
6.9
391 votes
6.9
391 votes
Agatha Christie's Poirot - Elephants Can Remember (TV)
2013 · Movie · 89 min. · United Kingdom
Direction John Strickland
Cast David Suchet · Adrian Lukis · Annabel Mullion · Zoe Wanamaker
Synopsis Agatha Christie's Poirot - Elephants Can Remember (TV) (2013) delves into a complex mystery as renowned mystery writer Ariadne Oliver is drawn into an intriguing case by her goddaughter. The young woman seeks to uncover the truth behind the enigmatic...
6.9
168 votes
6.9
168 votes
Another Year
2010 · Movie · 129 min. · United Kingdom
Direction Mike Leigh
Cast Jim Broadbent · Lesley Manville · Ruth Sheen · Peter Wight
Synopsis Another Year (2010) unfolds over the four seasons, exploring the intricacies of family bonds, friendships, and the passage of time. Gerri (Ruth Sheen), a therapist, and Tom (Jim Broadbent), a geologist, enjoy a contented marriage but worry about their single...
6.8
7K votes
6.8
7K votes
Direction Baltasar Kormákur
Cast Egill Ólafsson · Kôki · Palmi Kormákur · Masahiro Motoki
Synopsis Touch (2024) follows a man's extensive quest across decades and continents to reunite with his first love, who vanished half a century ago. As the sands of time slip away, he navigates a profound emotional odyssey, driven by the hope...
6.7
338 votes
6.7
338 votes
The Young Poisoner's Handbook
1995 · Movie · 99 min. · United Kingdom
Direction Benjamin Ross
Cast Hugh O'Conor · Tobias Arnold · Ruth Sheen · Roger Lloyd-Pack
Synopsis The Young Poisoner's Handbook (1995) is a cinematic adaptation of a chilling true story centered around a British teenager who is accused of poisoning his family, friends, and colleagues. The protagonist, Graham, is portrayed as exceptionally intelligent but devoid of...
6.6
21 votes
6.6
21 votes
Ghostwatch (TV)
1992 · Movie · 91 min. · United Kingdom
Direction Lesley Manning
Cast Michael Parkinson · Sarah Greene · Mike Smith · Craig Charles
Synopsis Ghostwatch (TV) (1992) is a British horror-mockumentary television movie that was broadcast on BBC One on October 31, 1992, presented as a live event despite being pre-recorded. The film, part of the BBC's Screen One anthology series, was produced by...
6.5
214 votes
6.5
214 votes
C.B. Strike: The Ink Black Heart
2024 · Series · United Kingdom
Direction Susan Tully
Cast Tom Burke · Holliday Grainger · Jack Greenlees · Mirren Mack
Synopsis C.B. Strike: The Ink Black Heart (2024) is a gripping TV Mini-Series set to premiere in 2024, consisting of 4 captivating episodes. In this installment, the renowned private investigator Cormoran Strike is tasked with delving into the enigmatic 1974 disappearance...
6.5
167 votes
6.5
167 votes
The Woman in White (TV Miniseries)
2018 · Series · 55 min. · United Kingdom
Direction Carl Tibbetts
Cast Jessie Buckley · Olivia Vinall · Ben Hardy · Dougray Scott
Synopsis The Woman in White (TV Miniseries) (2018) is a gripping 5-episode adaptation of Wilkie Collins' renowned gothic novel. This fresh take on the classic tale brings a new level of intensity and intrigue to the screen, offering viewers a thrilling...
6.4
74 votes
6.4
74 votes
Mr. Turner
2014 · Movie · 149 min. · United Kingdom
Direction Mike Leigh
Cast Timothy Spall · Dorothy Atkinson · Marion Bailey · Paul Jesson
Synopsis Mr. Turner (2014) delves into the final 25 years of the life of the renowned yet eccentric British painter J.M.W. Turner (1775-1851). Deeply impacted by his father's passing, Turner is cared for by a housekeeper whom he both relies on...
6.3
5K votes
6.3
5K votes
Miss Marple: The Murder at the Vicarage (TV)
2004 · Movie · 94 min. · United Kingdom
Direction Charles Palmer
Cast Geraldine McEwan · John Owens · Jana Carpenter · Tim McInnerny
Synopsis Miss Marple: The Murder at the Vicarage (TV) (2004) centers around the unpopular Colonel Lucius Protheroe, whose domineering demeanor has made him a target of resentment in the quiet village of St Mary Mead. When he is discovered murdered in...
6.2
102 votes
6.2
102 votes
Prime Suspect 1973 (TV Series)
2017 · Series · 60 min. · United Kingdom
Direction David Caffrey
Cast Stefanie Martini · Sam Reid · Blake Harrison · Alun Armstrong
Synopsis Prime Suspect 1973 (TV Series) (2017) is a gripping television series that delves into the early career of 22-year-old Jane Tennison, as she navigates the challenging world of the police force in the 1970s. The series, consisting of 6 episodes,...
6.2
136 votes
6.2
136 votes
Inside No. 9: The Trial of Elizabeth Gadge (TV)
2015 · Movie · 30 min. · United Kingdom
Direction Dan Zeff
Cast Reece Shearsmith · Steve Pemberton · David Warner · Sinead Matthews
Synopsis Inside No. 9: The Trial of Elizabeth Gadge (TV) (2015) delves into the chilling tale of two of England's most infamous and dreaded witch-hunters, who are called upon by Sir Andrew Pike to the seemingly ordinary village of Little Happens....
6.0
468 votes
6.0
468 votes
Cyrano
2021 · Movie · 123 min. · United Kingdom
Direction Joe Wright
Cast Peter Dinklage · Haley Bennett · Kelvin Harrison Jr. · Ben Mendelsohn
Synopsis Cyrano (2021) delves into the life of Cyrano de Bergerac, a renowned French novelist and playwright from the 17th century. The film explores his journey, highlighting his literary prowess and the challenges he faced during his time.
5.7
619 votes
5.7
619 votes
Run Fatboy Run
2007 · Movie · 100 min. · United Kingdom
Direction David Schwimmer
Cast Simon Pegg · Thandie Newton · Hank Azaria · Dylan Moran
Synopsis Run Fatboy Run (2007) follows the journey of Dennis, a man who, after abandoning his pregnant fiancée at the altar five years prior, finds himself in a desperate attempt to redeem himself. To win her back, he sets out to...
5.6
3K votes
5.6
3K votes
A Royal Night Out
2015 · Movie · 97 min. · United Kingdom
Direction Julian Jarrold
Cast Sarah Gadon · Emily Watson · Jack Reynor · Rupert Everett
Synopsis A Royal Night Out (2015) is a historical comedy-drama film that unfolds on the joyous occasion of V.E. Day in 1945. The narrative revolves around Princess Margaret and her sister, Princess Elizabeth, as they are granted a rare opportunity to...
5.4
1K votes
5.4
1K votes