Anthony Bushell
ActingAbout Anthony Bushell
Anthony Arnatt Bushell was an English film actor and director, who appeared in 56 films between 1929 and 1961. He played Colonel Breen in the BBC serial Quatermass and the Pit (1958–59), and also appeared in and directed various British TV series such as Danger Man.
Anthony Bushell Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Anthony Bushell reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Anthony Bushell's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 56% of Anthony Bushell's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains A Woman Commands, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Anthony Bushell Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Anthony Bushell's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Anthony Bushell has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1961 | The Queen's Guards | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | Desert Mice | Plunkett | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | A Night to Remember | Capt. Arthur Rostron | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Wind Cannot Read | Brigadier | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Bitter Victory | General Paterson | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Battle of the River Plate | Sir Millington Drake, British Minister, Montevideo | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Black Tent | Ambassador Baring | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Purple Plain | Aldridge | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Black Knight | King Arthur | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Red Beret | General Whiting | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Who Goes There! | Major Guy Ashley | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | High Treason | Maj. Elliott | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Long Dark Hall | Clive Bedford | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Miniver Story | Dr. Kaneslaey | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Bridge of Time | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Angel with the Trumpet | Baron Hugo Traun | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Small Back Room | Col. Strang | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Hamlet | Bit Part (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | For Those in Peril | (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Lion Has Wings | Pilot | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Arsenal Stadium Mystery | John Doyce | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Rebel Son | Andrei Bulba | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Dark Journey | Bob Carter | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Farewell Again | Roddy Hammond | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Dusty Ermine | Det. Insp. Forsythe | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Admirals All | Flag Lt. Steve Langham | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Scarlet Pimpernel | Sir Andrew Ffoulkes | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Forbidden Territory | Rex Farringdon | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Love at Second Sight | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Crime on the Hill | Tony Fields | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Red Wagon | Toby Griffiths | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Channel Crossing | Peter Bradley | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | I Was a Spy | Otto | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Ghoul | Ralph Morlant | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | Soldiers of the King | Lt. Ronald Jamieson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Midshipmaid | Lt. Valentine | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Sally Bishop | Bart | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Silver Greyhound | Gerald Varrick | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Escapade | Philip Whitney | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Shop Angel | Larry Pemberton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | A Woman Commands | Lt. Iwan Petrovitch | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Expensive Women | Arthur Raymond | Average | Similar → |
| 1931 | Five Star Final | Phillip Weeks | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Chances | Tom Ingleside | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Born to Love | Leslie Darrow | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | How I Play Golf, by Bobby Jones No. 11: 'Practice Shots' | Himself | Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | Three Faces East | Capt. Arthur Chamberlain | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | The Flirting Widow | Bobby | Average | Similar → |
| 1930 | Journey's End | Hibbert | Average | Similar → |
| 1929 | Disraeli | Lord Charles Deeford | Flop | Similar → |
Anthony Bushell - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Anthony Bushell?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Anthony Bushell is "A Woman Commands" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has Anthony Bushell acted in?
Anthony Bushell has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Anthony Bushell?
Other notable films include "The Silver Greyhound", "Bridge of Time", and "The Rebel Son".