Les Dennis

Acting

Freshness: Jan 13, 2026

14Total Films

5.1 Highest Rated

Born: Oct 12, 1953

About Les Dennis

Les Dennis is an English TV presenter, actor and comedian, best known for hosting Family Fortunes. He has also appeared in various films, theatre shows and musicals, such as Hairspray and The Addams Family.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Les Dennis reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 14 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Comedy

The majority of Les Dennis's filmography leans towards the Comedy 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 0% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Les Dennis remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Intimate Relations, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Les Dennis Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Les Dennis's career based on audience ratings.

★5.1

★5.1

Intimate Relations — In 1950s England, sailor Harold Guppy arrives in a small seaside town looking for his estranged brother. After a brief r

Intimate Relations

1996•Drama

★5.0

★5.0

Sideshow — When two inept criminals break into the home of a washed-up psychic in search of hidden loot, they get a lot more than t

Sideshow

2022•Comedy

★4.4

★4.4

Run For Your Wife — John Smith has been happily involved in a bigamous marriage for five years. He lives with Stephanie in Finsbury and Mich

Run For Your Wife

2012•Comedy

★4.0

★4.0

Large — The son of a '70s rock star has to meet stringent conditions to inherit the family fortune, while his mates and greedy s

Large

2001•Comedy

★4.0

Cinderella: The Shoe Must Go On (1986) movie poster

★4.0

Cinderella: The Shoe Must Go On — Danny La Rue plays Cinderella's wicked stepmother in this grand tradition of a Christmas pantomime.

Cinderella: The Shoe Must Go On

1986•Comedy

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Les Dennis.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2022	H.M.S. Pinafore	Sir Joseph Porter	Flop	Similar →
2022	Sideshow	Pendrick	Flop	Similar →
2020	Cold War Steve Meets the Outside World	Self	Flop	Similar →
2020	Des O'Connor: The Ultimate Entertainer	Self	Flop	Similar →
2020	Jigsy	Jigsy	Flop	Similar →
2012	Run For Your Wife	Man on Street	Flop	Similar →
2004	Fat Slags	MC	Flop	Similar →
2004	The Second Quest	Johnny	Flop	Similar →
2001	Large	Steve	Flop	Similar →
1999	An Audience with Cliff Richard	Self	Flop	Similar →
1996	Intimate Relations	Maurice	Flop	Similar →
1986	Cinderella: The Shoe Must Go On	Buttons' first brother	Flop	Similar →
1984	Royal Variety Performance 1984	-	Flop	Similar →
1974	Aladdin	Frank Spencer (uncredited)	Flop	Similar →

Les Dennis - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Les Dennis?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Les Dennis is "Intimate Relations" with a rating of 5.1/10.

How many movies has Les Dennis acted in?

Les Dennis has been featured in at least 14 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Les Dennis?

Other notable films include "Sideshow", "Run For Your Wife", and "Large".