Cast: Ruth Sheen

Top movies, series, and documentaries starring Ruth Sheen. Uncover the most acclaimed works, loved by fans and praised by critics.


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

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

Touch

2024 · Movie · 120 min. · Iceland

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

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

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

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