Film:
* The Crying Game (1992): This critically acclaimed film earned Rea an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor.
* The Secret of Roan Inish (1994): A heartwarming Irish film that showcased Rea's talent for playing gentle and complex characters.
* Michael Collins (1996): This historical drama about the Irish revolutionary leader featured Rea as the British agent, Harry Boland.
* The Butcher Boy (1997): Rea played the eccentric and disturbing Father O'Neil in this dark comedy.
* Interview with the Vampire (1994): He played the role of the vampire, Armand, in this gothic fantasy.
* The Wind That Shakes the Barley (2006): This Irish film, which won the Palme d'Or at Cannes, featured Rea as an IRA leader during the Irish War of Independence.
* The Guard (2011): A comedic crime film featuring Rea alongside Brendan Gleeson.
* The Debt (2010): A spy thriller that saw Rea play the role of a former Mossad agent.
* The Secret Scripture (2016): This drama featured Rea playing a psychiatrist in 1950s Ireland.
Television:
* The State Within (2006): A political thriller series that showcased Rea's ability to portray strong and complex characters.
* The Shadow Line (2011): Rea played the role of Detective Superintendent Joseph "Joe" Bedelia in this crime drama series.
* Peaky Blinders (2013-2022): He appeared in this critically acclaimed period crime drama as the enigmatic character, "Abbie" (Father John Hughes).
* The Honourable Woman (2014): Rea played the role of a former Israeli soldier in this political thriller series.
* The Fall (2013-2016): He played the role of a detective inspector in this psychological crime drama series.
* The English Game (2022): Rea appeared in this historical drama as a member of the Football Association.
This is just a selection of his work. Stephen Rea has been in many other films and television shows, showcasing his versatility and talent as an actor. He is known for his ability to bring depth and complexity to every character he portrays.