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Darryl Read

Acting
Updated: May 11, 2026
28Total Films
9.0 Highest Rated
Born: Sep 19, 1951
Birth Place: Exeter, Devon, England, UK

Darryl Read Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Darryl Read reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 28 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Darryl Read's work falls within the Family genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 14% of Darryl Read'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 River Rivals, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Darryl Read Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Darryl Read's career based on audience ratings.

★9.0
River Rivals (1967) movie poster
★9.0

River Rivals: Two families and their children are rivals in a forthcoming race for do-it-yourself boat builders. (7 episodes, each 14-

River Rivals

1967
★8.0
Daylight Robbery (1964) movie poster
★8.0

Daylight Robbery: Three children are locked in a store by accident. They help catch a gang who break into the store the same day in order

Daylight Robbery

1964•Family
★7.0
Five Have a Mystery to Solve (1964) movie poster
★7.0

Five Have a Mystery to Solve: Four cousins meet a new friend who has strange powers over all the animals on Whispering Island. After discovering the c

Five Have a Mystery to Solve

1964•Family
★7.0
Son of the Sahara (1966) movie poster
★7.0

Son of the Sahara: A plot against the rightful ruler of a Saharan stronghold

Son of the Sahara

1966•Adventure
★5.6
The Lost Continent (1968) movie poster
★5.6

The Lost Continent: An eclectic group of characters set sail on Captain Lansen’s leaky cargo ship in an attempt to escape their various trou

The Lost Continent

1968•Adventure

Full Filmography

Every movie Darryl Read has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1968 The Lost Continent El Supremo Average Similar →
1967 A Man Inside Delivery Boy Flop Similar →
1967 River Rivals Ricky Holmes Super Hit Similar →
1967 Operation Airlift Ricky Holmes Flop Similar →
1967 The Dragon's Secret Ricky Holmes Flop Similar →
1967 The Golden Dragon Ricky Holmes Flop Similar →
1967 The Night Raiders Ricky Holmes Flop Similar →
1967 Shipwreck Ricky Holmes Flop Similar →
1967 Mission Accomplished Ricky Holmes Flop Similar →
1967 The Blockade Runners Ricky Holmes Flop Similar →
1966 Son of the Sahara Abu Hit Similar →
1966 The Last Hope Abu Flop Similar →
1966 The Valley of Ghosts Abu Flop Similar →
1966 The Ghost Army Abu Flop Similar →
1966 The Conspirators Abu Flop Similar →
1966 Trapped Abu Flop Similar →
1966 Gun Runners Abu Flop Similar →
1966 Counter Plot Abu Flop Similar →
1966 Ambush Abu Flop Similar →
1964 Daylight Robbery Darryl Super Hit Similar →
1964 Five Have a Mystery to Solve Dick Hit Similar →
1964 The Life of Galileo Prince Cosimo de Medici Flop Similar →
1964 The Secret Door Dick Flop Similar →
1964 The Crusader's Treasure Dick Flop Similar →
1964 The Castaways Dick Flop Similar →
1964 The Hunt in the Woods Dick Flop Similar →
1964 Whispering Island Dick Flop Similar →
1964 High Tide Dick Flop Similar →

Darryl Read - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Darryl Read?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Darryl Read is "River Rivals" with a rating of 9.0/10.

How many movies has Darryl Read acted in?

Darryl Read has been featured in at least 28 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Darryl Read?

Other notable films include "Daylight Robbery", "Five Have a Mystery to Solve", and "Son of the Sahara".

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