Ballard Berkeley
ActingAbout Ballard Berkeley
Ballard Berkeley made his professional stage debut in 1928, and performed for many years in London's West End and in New York theatres. He is best remembered as Major Gowen in the British television series "Fawlty Towers" (1975).
Ballard Berkeley Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Ballard Berkeley 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 Ballard Berkeley's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 52% of Ballard Berkeley'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 The Murder Game, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Ballard Berkeley Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Ballard Berkeley's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Ballard Berkeley has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Britain and the Blitz | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | The Funny Blokes of British Comedy | Major Gowen (archive footage) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | The BFG | Head of the Army (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 1985 | National Lampoon's European Vacation | English Motorist #2 | Average | Similar → |
| 1980 | Little Lord Fauntleroy | Harry Lorradaile | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | The Playbirds | Trainer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1976 | Confessions of a Driving Instructor | Lord Edgar Snodley | Flop | Similar → |
| 1970 | The Weekend Murders | Peter, the butler | Average | Similar → |
| 1968 | Hostile Witness | Clerk of Court | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | The Night Caller | Cmdr. Savage | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | The Murder Game | Sir Colin Chalmers | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | Impact | Bill MacKenzie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1963 | A Matter of Choice | Charles Grant | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Cone of Silence | Commissioner | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Further Up the Creek | Whacker Payne | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Chain of Events | Stockman | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Man Who Wouldn't Talk | Court Clerk (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Just My Luck | Starter at Goodwood (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Night of the Demon | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | After the Ball | Andrews | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Yangtse Incident: The Story of H.M.S. Amethyst | Lieutenant Colonel Dewar-Curie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Betrayal | Lawson | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | My Teenage Daughter | Magistrate | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Stolen Airliner | Mr Head | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Men of Sherwood Forest | Walter | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Delayed Action | Insp. Crane | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Forbidden Cargo | Cooper | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Dangerous Cargo | Findley | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Weak and the Wicked | Police Detective | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | 3 Steps to the Gallows | Insp. Haley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Operation Diplomat | Inspector Austin | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Blue Parrot | Supt. Chester | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Circumstantial Evidence | Det. Insp. Hall | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Night Won't Talk | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Big Frame | Doctor | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Frightened Man | Inspector Bligh | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Long Dark Hall | Supt. Maxey | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Stage Fright | Sergeant Mellish | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | They Made Me a Fugitive | Rockliffe | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Quiet Weekend | Jim Brent | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | In Which We Serve | Engineer Commander | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Flying Squad | Smuggler in Airplane | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Saint in London | Richard Blake | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Black Eyes | Diner | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Gang's All Here | Detective in Nightclub | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Jennifer Hale | Richard Severn | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | East Meets West | Nazim | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | White Ensign | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | The Chinese Bungalow | Richard Marquess | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | London Melody | Jan Moor | Super Hit | Similar → |
Ballard Berkeley - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Ballard Berkeley?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ballard Berkeley is "The Murder Game" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Ballard Berkeley acted in?
Ballard Berkeley has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Ballard Berkeley?
Other notable films include "The Chinese Bungalow", "White Ensign", and "London Melody".