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Jack O’Connell, born on in Derby, England, is an English actor whose screen career spans British independent drama, war and biographical films, and television. Wikipedia identifies him first as James Cook in the E4 teen drama Skins.
His film work includes Starred Up (2013), ’71 (2014) and Unbroken (2014). More recent credits listed by sources include Sinners and 28 Years Later, both released in 2025.
This guide sets out his movies and television shows by period, separates film from TV credits, and notes where sources give different years, roles or titles.
Which movies and TV shows has Jack O’Connell appeared in?
Not to be confused with Jerry O’Connell.
Lead and supporting roles in British drama and coming-of-age film, including This Is England (2006), Eden Lake (2008) and Starred Up (2013).
Early television work including Doctors (2005), the regular role of James Cook in Skins, and the television film Dive (2010).
A British Independent Film Awards nomination for Starred Up in 2013, and a BAFTA Rising Star Award linked to Unbroken, as listed by Wikipedia and iFANN.
Recent releases include Sinners and 28 Years Later (2025). Projects dated 2026 and 2027 are listed in sources but are not all confirmed.
- His career pairs British independent drama with genre and thriller work, such as Eden Lake.
- Television came before his best-known film roles, beginning with Doctors and The Bill in 2005.
- Skins gave him his first major recognition, according to Wikipedia.
- Starred Up carries the clearest awards marker in the sources, a British Independent Film Awards nomination.
- His roles range from a 1970s-era war thriller in ’71 to the biographical drama Unbroken.
- Film and television credits are listed separately below for clarity.
| Fact | Detail | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Full name | Jack O’Connell | Wikipedia |
| Date and place of birth | , Derby, England | Wikipedia |
| Profession | Actor | Wikipedia; MUBI profile |
| Early television credit | Doctors, as Connor Yates (2005) | IMDb |
| Regular television role | James Cook in Skins (2007–2013) | Wikipedia; IMDb |
| First major film credit listed | This Is England, as Pukey Nicholls (2006) | IMDb; Fandango |
| Awards nomination | British Independent Film Awards nomination for Starred Up (2013) | Letterboxd; Wikipedia |
| Stage credit | Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, West End, as Brick (2017–2018) | iam.com; Hollywood Authentic |
| Titles listed on a profile | 46 (a figure that may change) | MUBI |
Which early films made his reputation?
His first film credits in the sources begin with This Is England in 2006, where he played Pukey Nicholls. IMDb and Fandango both list it among his early roles.
Two years later, he played Brett in the horror-thriller Eden Lake. That role showed a different register from his earlier work, and it remains one of his most cited titles.
What were his roles between 2009 and 2012?
Sources list a run of smaller film and television titles in this period, including Harry Brown (2009, as Marky), Weekender (2011, as Dylan), Tower Block (2012, as Kurtis) and Private Peaceful (2012, as Charles “Charlie” Peaceful).
Wikipedia and Fandango also list The Liability (2012), in which he plays Adam.
How did Starred Up and ’71 change his profile?
Starred Up (2013) cast him as Eric Love. The film earned him a British Independent Film Awards nomination, which Letterboxd and Wikipedia both record. One source specifies the category as Best Actor.
In ’71 (2014), he played Gary Hook. Wikipedia lists the film alongside Starred Up among his British Independent Film Awards nominations.
The British Independent Film Awards nomination for Starred Up is the clearest awards marker in the sources. Wikipedia also records a BAFTA Rising Star Award linked to Unbroken, which iFANN lists as well.
Also in 2014, he played Louis Zamperini in Unbroken, a role that places him in a larger studio production than many of his earlier films.
What television shows has Jack O’Connell worked on?
Where did his television career begin?
IMDb lists his professional acting debut as Doctors, where he played Connor Yates in one episode. The same year, he appeared in four episodes of The Bill as Ross Trecot.
Some sources give different dates for early credits, so readers should treat the 2005 dates as the most consistently reported.
What was his role in Skins?
In Skins, he played James Cook in a regular role. Sources give the series run as 2007 to 2013, with his appearances spread across several series.
Wikipedia and IMDb both list the role among his most important television credits, and it is the one most often associated with his early fame.
Dates for some television credits differ between sources. The year shown here is the one most sources give, and the comparison table further down notes where the sources disagree.
Which later television projects followed?
Dive (2010) cast him as Robert Wisley in a television film. In 2011, he played Eamonn Docherty in six episodes of The Runaway.
Later series include Godless (2017), a Netflix miniseries in which he played Roy Goode, and The North Water (2021), a BBC miniseries in which he played Patrick Sumner.
He also appeared as Paddy Mayne in SAS: Rogue Heroes. Sources give the run as 2022 to 2025, although one source describes the run as ongoing.
What has Jack O’Connell appeared in most recently?
Recent film credits include Lady Chatterley’s Lover (2022), in which he plays Oliver Mellors, and Ferrari (2023), where he plays Peter Collins.
Back to Black (2024) cast him as Blake Fielder-Civil. In 2025, he appeared in Sinners as Remmick and in 28 Years Later in a cameo role.
Which upcoming projects are listed?
Sources list 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple for 2026, with the role given as Sir Lord Jimmy Crystal. Some sources give a slightly different version of the role name.
Wikipedia lists Ink with a 2026 date and gives the role as Larry Lamb. Moviefone gives a release date of 8 January 2027, and no other source confirms the role.
Two 2027 titles appear in listings: Godzilla x Kong: Supernova, which Cinema.com lists as in production, and A Quiet Place Part III, which is also listed as in production. Roles for both are not yet confirmed.
Some listings for the name Jerry O’Connell appear in search results. Credits under that name belong to a different actor and should not be counted as Jack O’Connell’s work.
How did his career develop year by year?
- 2005: He appears in Doctors as Connor Yates and in The Bill as Ross Trecot (IMDb).
- 2006: He plays Pukey Nicholls in This Is England (IMDb; Fandango).
- 2007–2013: He takes the regular role of James Cook in Skins (Wikipedia).
- 2008: He plays Brett in Eden Lake (Wikipedia; Moviemeter).
- 2010: He plays Robert Wisley in the television film Dive (Wikipedia).
- 2013: He plays Eric Love in Starred Up and receives a British Independent Film Awards nomination (Letterboxd).
- 2014: He appears in ’71 as Gary Hook and in Unbroken as Louis Zamperini (Wikipedia).
- 2017–2018: He plays Brick in Cat on a Hot Tin Roof in the West End (iam.com).
- 2025: He appears in Sinners and 28 Years Later (Wikipedia; iFANN).
Which parts of his filmography are confirmed?
| Established information | Information that remains unclear |
|---|---|
| Born 1 August 1990 in Derby, England | Exact year and role for Ink, with a release date that conflicts with the listed year |
| This Is England (2006), as Pukey Nicholls | Whether Killing Heydrich belongs in his credits, as it is not corroborated |
| Skins, as James Cook, a regular role | The exact role name for 28 Years Later, which varies between sources |
| British Independent Film Awards nomination for Starred Up (2013) | The award category for ’71, which is not specified |
| Recent credits in Sinners and 28 Years Later (2025) | Roles and release status for Godzilla x Kong: Supernova and A Quiet Place Part III, both listed for 2027 |
What does the range of his roles say about his career?
His filmography leans towards social drama and thriller. Starred Up, This Is England and Eden Lake sit within that pattern, while Unbroken and ’71 show him in larger productions with period or wartime settings.
The move from television to film is a recurring feature. Early roles in Doctors and The Bill came before the film titles that brought wider attention, and later television work, such as Godless and The North Water, shows continued work across both formats.
Readers comparing his career with another British actor’s can look at Aaron Taylor-Johnson Movies.
How do the sources for these credits compare?
Wikipedia is the most complete single overview, and it lists most of the titles included here. It also records the BAFTA Rising Star Award and the Critics’ Choice Television Award nomination for Godless.
IMDb and Fandango provide film credit listings, and they agree on many of the early roles. Moviefone, however, gives a 2027 release date for Ink that differs from the year given elsewhere, and that difference should be noted.
Letterboxd and iFANN both record the British Independent Film Awards nominations for Starred Up and ’71. Hollywood Authentic reports that he was cast in This Is England after a casting call by Shane Meadows, following a drama workshop in Nottingham.
Where does Jack O’Connell’s career stand now?
Jack O’Connell’s career spans early British television, breakthrough independent films and larger productions, with recent work in Sinners and 28 Years Later. The clearest recognition in the sources is the British Independent Film Awards nomination for Starred Up. Upcoming projects are listed in several places, but their roles and release status remain unconfirmed. Readers who want to compare with another actor’s credits can browse Tom Hardy Movies and TV Shows.
Frequently asked questions
Is Jack O’Connell the same person as Jerry O’Connell?
No. Jack O’Connell is an English actor born in Derby in 1990. Jerry O’Connell is a separate American actor, and credits listed under his name are not part of Jack O’Connell’s filmography.
What was Jack O’Connell’s first professional acting credit?
IMDb lists his professional acting debut as Doctors, where he played Connor Yates in one episode. Dates for this credit are given as 2005 in the sources reviewed here.
Did Jack O’Connell train at a drama school?
He attended Saint Benedict Catholic School. Hollywood Authentic reports that he was accepted into a drama workshop in Nottingham before being cast in This Is England.
Did Jack O’Connell receive a BAFTA award for Unbroken?
Wikipedia and iFANN list a BAFTA Rising Star Award linked to Unbroken (2014). The sources describe it as an honour, and they do not provide further detail about the ceremony.
Is Jack O’Connell in Sinners?
Yes. Sources list him as Remmick in Sinners, a 2025 film. Wikipedia, IMDb and iam.com all include the credit.
Has Jack O’Connell performed on stage?
Yes. He played Brick in Cat on a Hot Tin Roof in the West End from 2017 to 2018, opposite Sienna Miller, directed by Benedict Andrews.
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Toby Marsh is Senior Reporter at Castradar.uk, covering film and TV stories across the UK.