Anthony Dowell
ActingAbout Anthony Dowell
Sir Anthony James Dowell CBE (born February 16, 1943) is a retired British ballet dancer and a former artistic director of the Royal Ballet from 1986–2001. He is widely recognized as one of the great danseurs nobles of the twentieth century. Dowell was born in London and trained with June Hampshire before entering The Royal Ballet School aged ten. In 1960 he graduated into the Covent Garden Opera Ballet, transferring to The Royal Ballet the following year. He was promoted to Principal in 1966. Dowell created his first role in 1964as Oberon in Frederick Ashton’sThe Dream. The ballet also saw the beginning of Dowell’s partnership with Sibley, who created the role of Titania. Further significant role creations included Des Grieux (Kenneth MacMillan’s Manon) and Beliaev (Ashton’s A Month in the Country). International appearances included dancing as a guest artist with American Ballet Theatre from the 1978/9 season on, and appearing in Ken Russell’s film Valentino (1977).
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Anthony Dowell reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 13 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Music
The majority of Anthony Dowell's filmography leans towards the Music genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 15% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Anthony Dowell remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Romeo and Juliet, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Anthony Dowell Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Anthony Dowell's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Anthony Dowell.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Darcey's Ballet Heroes | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2001 | The Nutcracker - The Royal Ballet | Drosselmeyer | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | Peter and the Wolf | Grandfather | Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | The Sleeping Beauty | Carabosse | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | The Prince of the Pagodas | The Emperor | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | The Nutcracker | Sugar Plum Fairy's Prince | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | Swan Lake | Prince Siegfried | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | Ashton: The Dream | Oberon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | The Beatles Forever | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | Valentino | Vaslav Nijinsky | Average | Similar → |
| 1976 | A Month in the Country | Beliaev | Flop | Similar → |
| 1970 | Cinderella | The Prince | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | Romeo and Juliet | Benvolio | Super Hit | Similar → |
Anthony Dowell - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Anthony Dowell?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Anthony Dowell is "Romeo and Juliet" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Anthony Dowell acted in?
Anthony Dowell has been featured in at least 13 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Anthony Dowell?
Other notable films include "Peter and the Wolf", "The Nutcracker - The Royal Ballet", and "Cinderella".