Derek Jarman
Biography
Michael Derek Elworthy Jarman was an English film director, stage designer, diarist, artist, gardener, and author. Born in London, England, on January 31, 1942, he was recognized as one of the most notable British directors and artists. His career included 99 known credits. Jarman passed away on February 19, 1994, at the age of 52. His life and work have been the subject of a documentary portrait titled Derek, released in 2008. He is also identified in various international contexts by the names Derek Jarman, 데릭 저먼, and 데렉 저. As an archivist, his professional legacy is categorized primarily under his work in directing.
Career overview
Michael Derek Elworthy Jarman was an English film director, stage designer, diarist, artist, gardener, and author. Born in London, England, on January 31, 1942, he established a career recognized for his contributions to the film industry. Throughout his professional life, he accumulated 99 known credits. His work as a director remains a central aspect of his legacy, and he is frequently identified as one of the most interesting British directors and artists of his time.
Jarman died on February 19, 1994, at the age of 52. His life and creative output have been the subject of retrospective examination, including the 2008 documentary portrait titled Derek, which explores his career and artistic influence. As a multifaceted creator, his professional activities spanned various creative disciplines beyond directing, reflecting a broad engagement with the arts. His career is documented in international film databases, which categorize his work and personal history within the context of his contributions to cinema and the broader artistic community.
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Full Filmography
148 titles- Queer Edward II (2026) as Self (archive footage)
- Timeslip (2025) Director
- Ask (2024) Director
- Blue Again: An Ode To Derek Jarman (2024) as (Voice)
- Untitled (For Derek Jarman) (2023) as Derek Jarman (voice)
- Lindsay Dances - Theatre and life according to Lindsay Kemp (2020) as Self
- Alma (2020) Book
- Will You Dance With Me? (2014) Director
- Will You Dance With Me? (2014) Producer
- Will You Dance With Me? (2014) Cinematography
- Will You Dance With Me? (2014) Production Manager
- Director of Devils (2012) as Self
- The British Guide to Showing Off (2011) as Self (archive footage)
- Derek (2008) as Self (archive footage)
- LS19012 (2005)
- Glitterbug (1994) as Self
- Glitterbug (1994) Cinematography
- Glitterbug (1994) Director
- The Clearing (1994)
- 21st Century Nuns (1994) as Himself
- Blue (1993) as (voice)
- Blue (1993) Director
- Blue (1993) Writer
- Wittgenstein (1993) Director
- Wittgenstein (1993) Writer
- Camp Christmas (1993)
- Projections (1993) Director
- Love Undefeated. Conversations with Derek Jarman (1993) as Himself
- There We Are John... (1993) as Himself
- The Smiths: The Complete Picture (1992) Director
- Edward II (1991) Director
- Edward II (1991) Screenplay
- Derek Jarman: A Portrait (1991) as Self
- Love and Marriage (1991) as Self
- The Garden (1990) as Himself
- The Garden (1990) Director
- The Garden (1990) Director of Photography
- The Garden (1990) Writer
- The Garden (1990) Camera Operator
- Pet Shop Boys - Highlights On Tour (1990) Director
- War Requiem (1989) Director
- War Requiem (1989) Writer
- Dead Cat (1989) as Medicine man
- Cactusland (1989) as The Voice
- Building Sights (1988) as Self - Presenter
- The Yob (1988) as Workman (uncredited)
- Derek Jarman: You Know What I Mean? (1988) as Himself
- Behind Closed Doors (1988) as Deposition
- L'ispirazione (1988) Director
- Clause and Effect (1988)
- Prick Up Your Ears (1987) as Patrick Proktor (uncredited)
- Aria (1987) Writer
- Aria (1987) Director
- The Last of England (1987) as Himself (uncredited)
- The Last of England (1987) Director
- The Last of England (1987) Writer
- The Last of England (1987) Director of Photography
- The Last of England (1987) Cinematography
- Ostia (1987) as Pier Paolo Pasolini
- Depuis le Jour (1987) Director
- The Angelic Conversation (1987) Director
- The Angelic Conversation (1987) Director of Photography
- Caravaggio (1986) as Papal Aide (uncredited)
- Caravaggio (1986) Director
- Caravaggio (1986) Screenplay
- A Turnip Head's Guide To The British Cinema (1986) as Self
- Six of Hearts (1986) as Self
- The Dream Machine (1986) Director
- Screen Two (1985) Director
- Screen Two (1985) Writer
- Imagining October (1984) Director
- Imagining October (1984) Cinematography
- Imagining October (1984) Writer
- Imagining October (1984) Editor
- ICA (1984) Director
- Orange Juice (1984) as Self
- Orange Juice (1984) Director
- Catalan (1984) Director
- Pirate Tape (1983) Director
- Pirate Tape (1983) Cinematography
- The Comic Strip Presents... (1982) as Workman
- Pirates: William Burroughs in London (1982) Cinematography
- Waiting for Waiting for Godot (1982) Director
- Waiting for Waiting for Godot (1982) Producer
- Waiting for Waiting for Godot (1982) Cinematography
- Waiting for Waiting for Godot (1982) Editor
- A Message From the Temple (1982) as Spokesman
- Pontormo and Punks at Santa Croce (1982) Director
- Cinématon XI (1981) as N°105
- T.G.: Psychic Rally in Heaven (1981) Director
- In the Shadow of the Sun (1981) Director
- In the Shadow of the Sun (1981) Editor
- Cinématon n°105 : Derek Jarman (1981)
- The Tempest (1979) Director
- The Tempest (1979) Writer
- Broken English: Three Songs by Marianne Faithfull (1979) Director
- Jubilee (1978) Writer
- Jubilee (1978) Director
- Cinématon (1978) as N°105
- Nighthawks (1978) as Clubber
- It Happened By Chance Vol 6 (1977) Director
- Jordan's Dance (1977) Director
- Jordan's Dance (1977) Editor
- Jordan's Dance (1977) Cinematography
- Sebastiane (1976) Director
- Sebastiane (1976) Production Design
- Sebastiane (1976) Writer
- Sloane Square: A Room of One's Own (1976) Director
- Gerald's Film (1976) Director
- The Making of ‘Sebastiane’ (1975) as Himself
- The Making of ‘Sebastiane’ (1975) Director
- Sebastian Wrap (1975) Director
- My Very Beautiful Movie (1974) Director
- Ulla's Fete (1974) Cinematography
- Ulla's Fete (1974) Director
- The Devils at the Elgin (1974) Director
- Arabia (1974) Director
- Duggie Fields (1974) Director
- Sulphur (1973) Director
- Death Dance (1973) Director
- Ashden's Walk on Møn (1973) Director
- Ashden's Walk on Møn (1973) Cinematography
- Ashden's Walk on Møn (1973) Editor
- Garden of Luxor (1973) Director
- Garden of Luxor (1973) Cinematography
- Art of Mirrors (1973) Director
- Miss World (1973) Director
- Miss World (1973) Editor
- Stolen Apples for Karen Blixen (1973) Director
- Savage Messiah (1972) Set Designer
- Miss Gaby (1972) Director
- At Low Tide (1972) Director
- Andrew Logan Kisses The Glitterati (1972) Director
- Tarot (1972) Director
- The Devils (1971) Production Design
- Electric Fairy (1971) Director
- Studio Bankside (1971) Director
- A Journey to Avebury (1971) Director
- A Journey to Avebury (1971) Editor
- A Journey to Avebury (1971) Cinematography
- Jazz Calendar (1968) Costume Design
- Jazz Calendar (1968) Set Designer
- It Happened by Chance (vol. 10) Director
- It Happened by Chance (vol. 9) Director
- It Happened by Chance (vol. 11) Director
- It Happened by Chance Director
- It Happened by Chance Cinematography
- It Happened by Chance Editor
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Derek Jarman best known for?
Derek Jarman is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Masters of Sex (2013), Masters of Sex (2013), Marble Hall Murders (2026), Screen Two (1985).
When and where was Derek Jarman born?
Derek Jarman was born on January 31, 1942 in London, England, UK. They passed away on February 19, 1994.
How many credits does Derek Jarman have?
Derek Jarman has accumulated over 148 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1968 to 2026.
What is Derek Jarman's background in cinema and television?
Michael Derek Elworthy Jarman was an English film director, stage designer, diarist, artist, gardener, and author. Born in London, England, on January 31, 1942, he was recognized as one of the most notable British directors and artists. His career included 99 known credits. Jarman passed away on February 19, 1994, at t...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- The Comic Strip Presents... (1982) as Workman — aged about 40
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