David Niven
ActingAbout David Niven
James David Graham Niven (1 March 1910 – 29 July 1983), known as David Niven, was a British actor and novelist, best known for his roles as Phileas Fogg in Around the World in 80 Days and Sir Charles Lytton, a.k.a. "the Phantom", in The Pink Panther. He was awarded the 1958 Academy Award for Best Actor in Separate Tables.
David Niven Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of David Niven reflects exceptional commercial consistency. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of David Niven's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 100% of David Niven'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 Without Regret, which stands out as a key performance.
Best David Niven Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from David Niven's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie David Niven has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Made in England: The Films of Powell and Pressburger | (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | Rat Pack | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Claudia Cardinale, la créature du secret | Self (archive footage) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | The Adventures of Errol Flynn | Self - Actor (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | Sir John Mills' Moving Memories | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Roger Moore: A Matter of Class | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Preminger: Anatomy of a Filmmaker | actor 'Bonjour Tristesse' (archive footage) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Gregory Peck: His Own Man | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | ABBA in Switzerland | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | Death on the Nile | Colonel Race | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | Death on the Nile: Making of Featurette | Self / Colonel Race | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | Formula 1 - Speed fever | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | Candleshoe | Priory | Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | Murder by Death | Dick Charleston | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | The Remarkable Rocket | Narrator (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | The Canterville Ghost | Sir Simon de Canterville | Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | The Brain | Colonnel Carol Matthews, Aka 'Le Cerveau' | Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | All Eyes on Sharon Tate | Self - Interviewee | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | The Pink Panther | Sir Charles Lytton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | 55 Days at Peking | Sir Arthur Robertson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | The Best of Enemies | Maj. Richardson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | The Guns of Navarone | Cpl. John Anthony Miller | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Ask Any Girl | Miles Doughton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Happy Anniversary | Chris Walters | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Separate Tables | Major Angus Pollock | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Bonjour Tristesse | Raymond | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | My Man Godfrey | Godfrey Smith | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Around the World in 80 Days | Phileas Fogg | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Birds and the Bees | Patrick Harris | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Enchantment | Roland Dane | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Bishop's Wife | Henry Brougham | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | A Matter of Life and Death | Peter Carter | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Way Ahead | Lieutenant Jim Perry | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | The First of the Few | Geoffrey Crisp | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Bachelor Mother | David Merlin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Wuthering Heights | Edgar Linton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Dawn Patrol | Lt. Scott | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Four Men and a Prayer | Christopher Leigh | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Bluebeard's 8th Wife | Albert De Regnier | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Prisoner of Zenda | Captain Fritz von Tarlenheim | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | We Have Our Moments | Joe Gilling | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Charge of the Light Brigade | Captain Randall | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Dodsworth | Captain Clyde Lockert | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Palm Springs | George Britell | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Mutiny on the Bounty | Able Bodied Seaman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Splendor | Clancey Lorrimore | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | A Feather in Her Hat | Leo Cartwright | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Barbary Coast | Cockney Sailor Thrown Out of Saloon (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Without Regret | Bill Gage | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | There Goes the Bride | Bit Role (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
David Niven - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of David Niven?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring David Niven is "Without Regret" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has David Niven acted in?
David Niven has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by David Niven?
Other notable films include "Rat Pack", "The Remarkable Rocket", and "Palm Springs".