10 Underrated Films by Tom Felton You Should Check Out

Tom Felton is forever etched in pop culture for bringing Draco Malfoy to life in ‘Harry Potter’, but his screen career stretches far beyond the hallowed halls of Hogwarts. Across intimate indies, historical dramas, and lean genre pieces, he’s carved out a gallery of supporting turns and lead performances that many viewers simply haven’t discovered yet.

This list celebrates those overlooked gems—projects that highlight Felton’s range, from flinty antagonists to wounded idealists. It’s a countdown of ten films that deserve more eyes, arranged from 10 to 1, with each entry spotlighting what makes it worth your time and how Felton elevates the material.

10. ‘From the Rough’ (2013)

A heartfelt sports drama about a trailblazing coach who builds a men’s golf team from scratch, ‘From the Rough’ quietly champions second chances. The film focuses on mentorship, perseverance, and the messy work of turning raw potential into real performance, avoiding the easy clichés that often dog underdog stories.

Felton folds in as one of the pricklier recruits, using sharp edges to keep the team dynamic honest. He plays insecurity without showboating, letting terse reactions and flickers of doubt tell a fuller story about pressure, privilege, and learning to be coached.

9. ‘The Apparition’ (2012)

‘The Apparition’ is a chilly, minimalist horror tale about an experiment that opens the door to something that won’t leave. Instead of jump-scare overload, it leans into dread—the kind that settles under your skin and refuses to budge.

Felton’s presence adds a nervy, scientific intensity to the setup. He grounds the paranormal premise with clipped urgency and rising guilt, turning exposition into character stakes and giving the film a human pulse beneath its supernatural chill.

8. ‘The Disappeared’ (2008)

An eerie British thriller about grief and guilt, ‘The Disappeared’ follows a young man haunted by what may be visions—or warnings. It’s a slow-burn mystery that favors atmosphere over spectacle, with tight framing and whispers-in-the-walls tension.

Felton slips into the story as a crucial orbiting figure whose choices thicken the fog. He underplays beautifully, letting silences and sidelong glances carry weight, and helps the film earn its shivers through character rather than cheap tricks.

7. ‘Risen’ (2016)

Part mystery, part historical epic, ‘Risen’ reframes a well-known story as a boots-on-the-ground investigation. The film’s best trick is its procedural spine: interviews, clues, contradictions—faith and fact rubbing up against each other until sparks fly.

Felton complements the lead with a sharp, ascendant officer’s poise. There’s ambition in his posture and skepticism in his stare, and he shades a potential stock role with flashes of humor, impatience, and the faintest suggestion of conscience.

6. ‘A United Kingdom’ (2016)

‘A United Kingdom’ dramatizes a landmark romance that challenged entrenched power, weaving politics, prejudice, and personal resolve into a sweeping, intimate story. The filmmaking is clean and classical, letting performances and tough conversations carry the weight.

As a colonial functionary with teeth behind his smile, Felton embodies the polite face of obstruction. He never twirls a mustache; instead, he weaponizes decorum, making the antagonism feel chillingly familiar—and reminding us how soft voices can enforce hard systems.

5. ‘Feed’ (2017)

Raw and empathetic, ‘Feed’ peers into the interior struggle of an overachiever spiraling into an eating disorder. The movie is intimate by design, using subjective perspective to blur the line between comfort and control.

Felton threads a needle here—supportive one moment, unsettling the next. His performance mirrors the protagonist’s fragmentation, becoming a reflection of longing, memory, and self-critique that lingers long after the credits.

4. ‘Ophelia’ (2019)

‘Ophelia’ reimagines the world of ‘Hamlet’ through the eyes of its most misread heroine, honoring the original text while pushing for a fresher, fiercer point of view. It’s lushly mounted and emotionally clear, a costume drama with a subversive heartbeat.

Felton’s Laertes is protective, hot-blooded, and torn between duty and tenderness. He gives the sibling bond a lived-in warmth, so that every fracture in the court’s order lands with personal consequence.

3. ‘A Babysitter’s Guide to Monster Hunting’ (2020)

A kid-friendly adventure with a mischievous streak, ‘The Babysitter’s Guide to Monster Hunting’ blends practical ingenuity with playful creature feature energy. It’s fast, funny, and surprisingly heartfelt about courage and friendship.

Felton swings for the fences as a theatrical villain, relishing wordplay and physical comedy without losing the character’s menace. It’s a reminder that he’s a nimble performer—equally comfortable with camp, charm, and a dash of nightmare fuel.

2. ‘Save the Cinema’ (2022)

A community rallies to protect its beloved picture house in ‘Save the Cinema’, a feel-good drama about activism, ingenuity, and the magic of communal moviegoing. It’s the sort of film that believes in small towns and big dreams, and it makes that belief contagious.

Felton brings sturdy warmth to the ensemble, anchoring scenes with unshowy sincerity. His work here is all about partnership—listening, encouraging, and letting others shine—which is exactly the energy a story like this needs.

1. ‘The Forgotten Battle’ (2020)

Set around a pivotal World War II clash, ‘The Forgotten Battle’ intercuts multiple perspectives to explore sacrifice, strategy, and the chaos of shifting front lines. The filmmaking is muscular yet humane, refusing to flatten heroism or villainy into easy shapes.

Felton’s turn as a young Allied airman glints with resolve and vulnerability. He captures the quiet moments—the breath before a mission, the look that measures risk—and makes them as gripping as the action, sealing this film as his most overlooked triumph.

Share your own picks for overlooked Tom Felton performances in the comments—what hidden gems did we miss?