British actor Jack O’Connell has consistently established himself in the film industry, enchanting viewers with his raw intensity, emotional depth, and fearless performances. From gritty indie dramas to major Hollywood productions, O’Connell has repeatedly demonstrated his willingness to tackle complex and challenging roles.
Whether you first encountered him in Skins or were amazed by his breakout role in ’71, his career is filled with memorable moments worth revisiting.
In this compilation, we’ve gathered the 10 best Jack O’Connell films that highlight his extraordinary range and talent — movies that are not only critically acclaimed but also essential for any fan of captivating cinema.
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1. Sinners
- IMDb Rating- 7.7/10
- Rotten Tomato Rating-97%
- Smartprix Rating-8/10
- Runtime-2 hours 17 minutes
- Starring- Jack O’Connell with Michael B. Jordan, Hailee Steinfeld & others
About the Movie – Trying to leave their troubled lives behind, twin brothers return to their Mississippi hometown to start again, only to discover that an even greater evil is waiting to welcome them back. You can watch it on Amazon Prime Video and Apple TV+.
The actor stars as Remmick, the antagonist in the Sinners movie. He tapped into traditional Irish dance and singing and leaned to sing on set, committed to capturing Remmick’s commanding, otherworldly presence. His portrayal of a complex villain exudes menace and he has been praised for his chilling performance onscreen.
2. Starred Up
- IMDb Rating- 7.3/10
- Rotten Tomato Rating-99%
- Smartprix Rating-8/10
- Runtime-1 hour 46 minutes
- Starring- Jack O’Connell with Ben Mendelsohn, Jonathan Asser & others
About the Movie – When a violent teenager, Eric is transferred to an adult prison facility, he bumps into his estranged father there. Eric battles to save his life when he faces cruel inmates and corruption in prison. You can rent it on Google Play Movies.
Jack O’Connell gives a breakthrough performance as Eric Love, a volatile 19-year-old transferred from a youth facility into a brutal adult person. He gives an electrifying performance right from the start and portrays animalistic intensity and vulnerability, a mix of raw aggression and suppressed hurt. The dynamic between Eric and his father adds an emotional layer to the plot, and the actor won Best Actor at the Dublin Film Festival for his performance.
3. Little Fish
- IMDb Rating- 6.9/10
- Rotten Tomato Rating-91%
- Smartprix Rating-7/10
- Runtime-1 hour 41 minutes
- Starring- Jack O’Connell with Olivia Cooke, Raul Castillo & others
About the Movie – Emma and Jude, a newly married couple, find themselves torn apart when Jude gets afflicted by a virus that triggers memory loss. While she tries to come to terms with this, she also loses other loved ones. You can watch it on Amazon Prime Video.
In the movie, Connell portrays Jude Williams, a photographer navigating a heartbreaking, near-future romance with Olivia Cooke’s Emma. His character is tender and subtly expressive, and he channels both the terror of memoryless and deep affection for Emma quietly. The chemistry with Cooke forms the emotional bedrock of the movie.
4. Lady Chatterley’s Lover
- IMDb Rating- 6.6/10
- Rotten Tomato Rating-87%
- Smartprix Rating-7.5/10
- Runtime-2 hours 7 minutes
- Starring- Jack O’Connell with Emma Corrin, Ella Hunt & others
About the Movie – After falling out of love with her husband, following a war injury, Lady Chatterley pursues a torrid affair with the gamekeeper on their estate and begins to uncover her own internal biases. You can watch it on Netflix India.
Jack O’Connell stars as Oliver Mellors in Netflix’s movie. His portrayal as a gamekeeper is magnetic with fervent charisma perfectly capturing the intensity of forbidden attraction. His scenes with Emma Corrin are spontaneous and liberating and the actor kept Lawrence’s novel close on set spending two weeks in rehearsal with Corrin to build trust.
5. Back to Black
- IMDb Rating- 6.3/10
- Rotten Tomato Rating-35%
- Smartprix Rating-6/10
- Runtime-2 hours 2 minutes
- Starring- Jack O’Connell with Marisa Abela, Edde Marsan & others
About the Movie – Amy Winehouse’s passion for music leads her to global success, but the weight of fame, heartbreak, and personal battles shape both her life and her unforgettable songs. You can watch it on JioHotstar.
The actor plays Blake Fielder-Civil Amy Winehouse’s ex-husband in the movie. As part of the preparation, Jack spent hours talking with the real Blake, allowing him to portray him with nuance and empathy. His chemistry with Marisa Abela feels authentic, portraying him as flawed, vulnerable, and balanced.
6. Private Peaceful
- IMDb Rating- 6.2/10
- Rotten Tomato Rating-63%
- Smartprix Rating-6/10
- Runtime-1 hour 42 minutes
- Starring- Jack O’Connell with George MacKay, Richard Griffins & others
About the Movie – Set in the fields of Devon and the WW1 battlefields of Flanders, two brothers fall for the same girl while contending with the pressures of their feudal family life, the war, and the price of courage and cowardice. You can watch it on YouTube.
He stars as Charlie Peaceful in this 2012 movie and brings warmth, protective instinct, and heartbreak, balancing rivalry and loyalty with nuanced tenderness. The actor has a strong chemistry with MacKay, and critics recognized his ability to balance familial drama with battlefield gravity, making the performance compelling even in a modest-scale film.
7. 28 Years Later
- IMDb Rating- 7.2/10
- Rotten Tomato Rating-88%
- Smartprix Rating-7.5/10
- Runtime-1 hour 55 minutes
- Starring- Jack O’Connell with Jodie Comer, Ralph Fiennes & others
About the Movie – A group of survivors of the rage virus live on a small island. When one of the group leaves the island on a mission to the mainland, he discovers secrets, wonders, and horrors that have mutated not only the infected but also other survivors. You can watch it on Apple TV+.
Jack appears as Sir Jimmy Crystal in the film and though his screen time is brief, the actor leaves a lasting impression. Critics have called it a five-minute crusher that dominates the film’s climax. The arrival of the character dramatically shifts the film’s tone and sets the groundwork for a sequel.
8. Eden Lake
- IMDb Rating- 6.7/10
- Rotten Tomato Rating-78%
- Smartprix Rating-7/10
- Runtime-1 hour 31 minutes
- Starring- Jack O’Connell with Kelly Reilly, Finn Atkins & others
About the Movie – Jenny, a teacher, and her boyfriend Steve head to a lake to spend a peaceful weekend. However, a group of undisciplined teenagers irks them with their continuous pranks, ruining their weekend. You can watch it on YouTube.
The actor gives one of his most chilling performances as Brett, a ruthless leader of the group in this movie. His performance is a masterclass in subtle but terrifying villain, balancing youthful bravado with cold-blooded brutality. It not only defines the film but marks a pivotal moment in his acting journey.
9. Ferrari
- IMDb Rating- 6.4/10
- Rotten Tomato Rating-72%
- Smartprix Rating-6.5/10
- Runtime-2 hours 10 minutes
- Starring- Jack O’Connell with Adam Driver, Penelope Cruz & others
About the Movie – During the summer of 1957, bankruptcy looms over the company that Enzo Ferrari and his wife had built 10 years earlier. He decides to roll the dice and wager it all on the iconic Millie Miglia, a treacherous 1000-mile race across Italy. You can watch it on Amazon Prime Video.
In this movie, Jack O’Connell plays the real-life British Formula One driver Peter Collins, sharing the screen with Adam Driver and Penelope Cruz. Though his screen time is limited, the actor brings a brash energy and captures Collin’s southern English accent and persona. He offers a personal touch and adds emotional context to the movie and gives a resonant performance in the film.
10. ‘71
- IMDb Rating- 7.2/10
- Rotten Tomato Rating-96%
- Smartprix Rating-8/10
- Runtime-1 hour 39 minutes
- Starring- Jack O’Connell with Jack Lowden, Ben Williams, Lee & others
About the Movie – A lethal riot takes place in Belfast, Northern Ireland, between Catholics and Protestants. A young British soldier abandoned inadvertently by his military unit has to survive the riot alone. You can watch it on Amazon Prime Video.
Jack delivers a gripping performance in the thriller ’71 where he plays Private Gary Hook. The film relies heavily on O’Connell’s expressions and body language to convey fear and desperation rather than dialogue. He has been praised for his grounded portrayal, and critics have described his performance as mesmerizing, tightly controlled, and muscular, a moody thriller.
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