David Mowat

Acting

Freshness: Mar 07, 2026

5Total Films

6.8 Highest Rated

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of David Mowat reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 5 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of David Mowat'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 20% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), David Mowat remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Local Hero, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best David Mowat Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from David Mowat's career based on audience ratings.

★6.8

★6.8

Local Hero: An American oil company sends a man to Scotland to buy up an entire village where they want to build a refinery. But thi

Local Hero

1983•Comedy

★4.3

Another Time, Another Place (1983) movie poster

★4.3

Another Time, Another Place: Set in 1943 in Scotland during World War II. Janie is a young housewife married to a man named Dougal, 15 years her seni

Another Time, Another Place

1983•Drama

★0.0

★0.0

Girl on the M1: A 'lorry driver groupie' decides to start a new life.

Girl on the M1

1971

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★0.0

Ploughman's Share: When a farmer's land is wanted for a new town development, a lot of people find their lives put in the melting pot.

Ploughman's Share

1979•Drama

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Orkney: Three stories reflecting life in the Orkney Islands, two set in the past, and one in the present.

Orkney

1971•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of David Mowat.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1983	Another Time, Another Place	Randy Bob	Flop	Similar →
1983	Local Hero	Gideon	Hit	Similar →
1979	Ploughman's Share	Sandy	Flop	Similar →
1971	Girl on the M1	Puppy Seller	Flop	Similar →
1971	Orkney	Jeremiah of Whalerest	Flop	Similar →

David Mowat - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of David Mowat?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring David Mowat is "Local Hero" with a rating of 6.8/10.

How many movies has David Mowat acted in?

David Mowat has been featured in at least 5 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by David Mowat?

Other notable films include "Another Time, Another Place", "Girl on the M1", and "Ploughman's Share".