Basil Dignam
ActingAbout Basil Dignam
Basil Dignam (24 October 1905 - 31 January 1979) was an English character actor.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Basil Dignam 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: Drama
The majority of Basil Dignam's filmography leans towards the Drama 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 44% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Basil Dignam remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Smart Alec, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Basil Dignam Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Basil Dignam's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Basil Dignam.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1972 | Young Winston | Joseph Chamberlain | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | A Lizard in a Woman's Skin | Commissioner McCloud (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | 10 Rillington Place | Member of Medical Board | Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | The Games | Sir Harold | Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | Battle of Britain | Tactical Records Officer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | Twisted Nerve | Doctor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | Assignment K | Howlett | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | I'll Never Forget What's'isname | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | The Jokers | David's Bank Manager | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | Rotten to the Core | The General | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | Master Spy | Richard Horton | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | Ring of Spies | Second Member at Lords (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | 80,000 Suspects | Health Officer Boswell | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | Corridors of Blood | Hospital Chairman | Average | Similar → |
| 1963 | Heavens Above! | Prison Governor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Lawrence of Arabia | Cavalry General at Field Briefing (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Life for Ruth | Mapleton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Fate Takes a Hand | Wheeler | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | Victim | Barrister (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | The Secret Partner | Lyle | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | Gorgo | Admiral Brooks | Flop | Similar → |
| 1960 | The Pure Hell of St. Trinian's | Army Officer | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | Suspect | Dr Childs | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | The Spider's Web | Hugo | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | A Touch of Larceny | Lt. Cmdr. Evans at P.R.O. (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | Sapphire | Doctor Burgess | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | I'm All Right Jack | Minister of Labour | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Carlton-Browne of the F.O. | Security Officer | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Room at the Top | Priest (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Further Up the Creek | Flagship Commander | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Rockets Galore | R.A.F. Officer (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Carry On Sergeant | Third Specialist | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Up the Creek | Coombes | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Innocent Sinners | Dyson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Yangtse Incident: The Story of H.M.S. Amethyst | Sir Lionel Henry Lamb, British Ambassador to China | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Brothers in Law | Mr. Justice Emery | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Weapon | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Reach for the Sky | Air Ministry Doctor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Port of Escape | Det. Sgt. Crawford | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Narrowing Circle | George Pacey | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Touch and Go | Stevens | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | They Can't Hang Me | Wing Commander Riddle | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Quatermass Xperiment | Sir Lionel Dean (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Carrington V.C. | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Hammer the Toff | Superintendent | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | His Excellency | Security Officer | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Lady with a Lamp | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Two on the Tiles | Ship’s Captain | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Smart Alec | Defense Attorney | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Maytime in Mayfair | Commissionaire (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
Basil Dignam - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Basil Dignam?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Basil Dignam is "Smart Alec" with a rating of 8.5/10.
How many movies has Basil Dignam acted in?
Basil Dignam has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Basil Dignam?
Other notable films include "Lawrence of Arabia", "Victim", and "10 Rillington Place".