Kenneth Williams
ActingAbout Kenneth Williams
Kenneth Williams was an English comic actor, star of 26 Carry On films, numerous British television shows, and radio comedies with Tony Hancock and Kenneth Horne.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Kenneth Williams reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Kenneth Williams'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 26% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Kenneth Williams remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Love Me, Love Me, Love Me., which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Kenneth Williams Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Kenneth Williams's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Kenneth Williams.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Nothing Like a Dame | Self (archive footage) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | What's a Carry On? | Self (archive footage) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | Stop Messin' About!: The Very Best of Kenneth Williams | Self (Archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | The Thief and the Cobbler | Goblet / Tickle (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | The Golden Gong: The Story of Rank Films - British Cinema's Legendary Studio | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | An Audience with Kenneth Williams | Himself | Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | Willo the Wisp | Willo the Wisp (voice) / Mavis Cruet (voice) / Evil Edna (voice) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | The Light Princess | Thin Frog / Cat (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | Carry On Emmannuelle | Emile Prevert | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | The Hound of the Baskervilles | Sir Henry Baskerville | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | That's Carry On! | Himself | Average | Similar → |
| 1977 | To See Such Fun | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1975 | Carry On Behind | Professor Roland Crump | Flop | Similar → |
| 1975 | Car Booty – Gnomes | Gnome 2 | Flop | Similar → |
| 1974 | Carry On Dick | Captain Desmond Fancey | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | Carry On Abroad | Mr. Stuart Farquhar | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | Carry On Matron | Sir Bernard Cutting | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | Carry On at Your Convenience | Mr. W.C. Boggs | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | Carry On Henry | Thomas Cromwell | Average | Similar → |
| 1970 | Carry On Loving | Mr. Percival Snooper | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | Carry On Again Doctor | Dr. Frederick Carver | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | Carry On Camping | Dr. Kenneth Soaper | Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | Carry On Up the Khyber | Rhandi Lal, the Khasi of Kalabar | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | Carry On Doctor | Dr. Kenneth Tinkle | Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | Follow That Camel | Commandant Maximilian Burger | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | Don't Lose Your Head | Citizen Camembert | Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | Carry On Screaming! | Dr. Olando Watt | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | Carry On Cowboy | Judge Burke | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | Carry On Cleo | Julius Caesar | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Carry On Spying | Agent Desmond Simpkins | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | Carry On Jack | Captain Fearless | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | Love Me, Love Me, Love Me. | Narrator | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Twice Round the Daffodils | Henry Halfpenny | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Carry On Cruising | First Officer Leonard Marjoribanks | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | Raising the Wind | Harold Chesney | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | Carry On Regardless | Francis Courtenay | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | His and Hers | Policeman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1960 | Make Mine Mink | Hon. Freddie Warrington | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Carry On Constable | Constable Stanley Benson | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | Tommy the Toreador | Vice-Consul | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | Carry On Teacher | Mr. Edwin Milton | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | Carry On Nurse | Oliver Reckitt | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Carry On Sergeant | Private James Bailey | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Hancock's Half Hour: Volume 1 | East Dulwich Yodelling Champion | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | Three Men in a Boat | Maze Attendant (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Seekers | Peter Wishart | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Beggar's Opera | Jack the Pot Boy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Innocents in Paris | Window Dresser at London Airport | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Valley of Song | Lloyd | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | Trent's Last Case | Horace Evans | Flop | Similar → |
Kenneth Williams - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Kenneth Williams?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Kenneth Williams is "Love Me, Love Me, Love Me." with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Kenneth Williams acted in?
Kenneth Williams has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Kenneth Williams?
Other notable films include "What's a Carry On?", "An Audience with Kenneth Williams", and "Make Mine Mink".