Martin McDonagh books in order
British-Irish filmmaker and playwright
- Born
- 1970
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Books
- 11
Martin McDonagh has published 10 plays and 1 other book, beginning with The Cripple of Inishmaan (1997). The best-known is The Pillowman (2003). The latest is Wild Horse Nine (2026).
Updated September 2026
Where to start with Martin McDonagh
Start here
The Pillowman
Martin McDonagh's most-read book.
Newest
Wild Horse Nine
Published 2026.
Plays in order
A Skull in Connemara (1997)
The Cripple of Inishmaan (1997)
The Lonesome West (1997)
The Beauty Queen of Leenane (1998)
Martin McDonagh Plays:1 (1999)
The Lieutenant of Inishmore (2001)
The Pillowman (2003)
A Behanding in Spokane (2011)
Hangmen (2015)
A Very Very Very Dark Matter (2018)
Other books in order
Wild Horse Nine (2026)
About Martin McDonagh
Martin Faranan McDonagh is a British-born Irish playwright and filmmaker. Known for his absurdist dark humour and provocative style, he has received numerous accolades, including an Academy Award, six BAFTAs, two Golden Globes, and three Laurence Olivier Awards in addition to nominations for five Tony Awards.
Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.
Martin McDonagh FAQ
- How many books has Martin McDonagh written?
- Martin McDonagh has published 10 plays and 1 other book that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Martin McDonagh's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with The Pillowman.
- What is Martin McDonagh's latest book?
- Wild Horse Nine (2026).
- What is Martin McDonagh's most famous book?
- The Pillowman (2003) is Martin McDonagh's most widely read book.
Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.