Jim Sheridan

Jim Sheridan

76 · Born: Feb 6, 1949

Personal Details

BornFeb 6, 1949 Dublin, Ireland
Parents
  • Peter Sheridan
  • Anne Sheridan
Relatives
  • Frankie Sheridan (Sibling)
  • Peter Sheridan (Sibling)
  • Leyla Sheridan (Grandchild)
  • Bebhinn Hunt-Sheridan (Niece or Nephew)

Biography

Jim Sheridan, a renowned figure in the world of theatre, embarked on a remarkable career spanning over two decades, from the 1960s to the 1980s. His impressive journey culminated in the creation of his first critically acclaimed feature film, "My Left Foot," in 1989, which garnered two European Film Award nominations.

The following year, 1990, saw the release of "The Field," another masterpiece written and directed by Sheridan. He also penned the screenplay for "Into the West" that same year, which was later brought to life by Mike Newell in 1992.

In 1993, Sheridan wrote, produced, and directed "In the Name Of The Father," a film that earned a European Film Award nomination. The year 1995 saw the release of "Some Mother's Son," which Sheridan wrote and produced, with Terry George at the helm.

The late 1990s and early 2000s were marked by a string of critically acclaimed films, including "The Boxer" (1997),which Sheridan wrote, produced, and directed, and "Agnes Browne" (1999),which he produced and starred Anjelica Huston.

Sheridan's impressive resume also includes executive producer credits for "Borstal Boy," "On The Edge," and "Bloody Sunday." In 2003, he produced, directed, and wrote the screenplay for "In America," which received widespread critical acclaim.

In 2005, Sheridan directed and produced "Get Rich Or Die Tryin'," followed by "Brothers" in 2009 and "Dream House" in 2011. His most recent feature film is "The Secret Scripture."

In addition to his feature films, Sheridan has also ventured into the realm of short films, directing "11th Hour" in 2016. He has also produced the documentary "Shelter Me."

Throughout his illustrious career, Jim Sheridan's films have garnered an impressive sixteen Oscar nominations, earning two Academy Awards along the way, as well as numerous prestigious international awards.

Career

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2025
Juliet & Romeo
Juliet & Romeo as The Irishman
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2012
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2004
The Bridge of San Luis Rey
The Bridge of San Luis Rey as The King of Spain
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1998
The General
The General as CPAD Leader
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1997
This Is the Sea
This Is the Sea as Station Master
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1996
Moll Flanders
Moll Flanders as le prêtre
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1994
Words Upon the Window Pane
Words Upon the Window Pane as Jonathan Swift / Dean Swift
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2022
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2021
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2014
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1996
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1992
Into the West
Into the West as Screenplay
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2025
Re-creation
Re-creation as Director, Writer
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2022
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2017
The Secret Scripture
The Secret Scripture as Director, Writer
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11th Hour
11th Hour as Director, Writer
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2011
Dream House
Dream House as Director
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2009
Brothers
Brothers as Director
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2005
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2003
In America
In America as Director, Screenplay
{"id":7529,"title":"The Boxer","year":"1997","job":"Director, Writer","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-boxer","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_7529.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_7529.jpg"},"released":1}
1997
The Boxer
The Boxer as Director, Writer
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1993
In the Name of the Father
In the Name of the Father as Director, Screenplay
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1990
The Field
The Field as Director, Screenplay
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1989
My Left Foot
My Left Foot as Director, Screenplay