Donald Brittain - Actor Profile

Donald Brittain

Directing
20Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Jun 10, 1928
Birth Place: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

About Donald Brittain

Donald Code Brittain, OC (June 10, 1928 – July 21, 1989), was a renown award winning Canadian film maker, especially with the National Film Board. He directed, wrote, narrated and produced over 100 films and documentaries. His breakthrough came with "Fields of Sacrifice" in 1963. Brittain's legacy isn't just his films; his camaraderie and perfectionism left a lasting impact and set the standard for professionalism at the National Film Board.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Donald Brittain reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 20 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Documentary

The majority of Donald Brittain's filmography leans towards the Documentary 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), Donald Brittain remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Tommy Douglas: Keeper of the Flame, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Donald Brittain Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Donald Brittain's career based on audience ratings.

★10.0
Tommy Douglas: Keeper of the Flame (1986) movie poster
★10.0

Tommy Douglas: Keeper of the Flame — This feature documentary traces the political career of T.C. (Tommy) Douglas, former premier of Saskatchewan and leader

Tommy Douglas: Keeper of the Flame

1986•Documentary
★7.7
Stravinsky (1966) movie poster
★7.7

Stravinsky — This documentary is an informal portrait of the great modern composer Igor Stravinsky. Proudly American, though still ve

Stravinsky

1966•Documentary
★7.2
Ladies and Gentlemen, Mr. Leonard Cohen (1966) movie poster
★7.2

Ladies and Gentlemen, Mr. Leonard Cohen — A 1964 documentary portrait of Cohen in his pre-musician days as a poet and stand-up comedian.

Ladies and Gentlemen, Mr. Leonard Cohen

1966•Documentary
★6.5
Canada's Sweetheart: The Saga of Hal C. Banks (1985) movie poster
★6.5

Canada's Sweetheart: The Saga of Hal C. Banks — A biographical drama that profiles the life of Hal C. Banks, a controversial American labour union leader, who came to

Canada's Sweetheart: The Saga of Hal C. Banks

1985•Documentary
★6.4
Whistling Smith (1975) movie poster
★6.4

Whistling Smith — This film is a revealing portrait of a tough cop with a big heart. Sergeant Bernie "Whistling" Smith walks the beat on V

Whistling Smith

1975•Documentary

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Donald Brittain.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1992 Donald Brittain: Filmmaker Self (archive footage) Flop Similar →
1989 The Magical Eye Self Flop Similar →
1986 Tommy Douglas: Keeper of the Flame Narrator Super Hit Similar →
1986 The Champions, Part 3: The Final Battle Narrator Flop Similar →
1986 Mobility Narrator Flop Similar →
1985 Canada's Sweetheart: The Saga of Hal C. Banks Narrator Hit Similar →
1985 First Stop, China - Flop Similar →
1980 The Lost Pharaoh: The Search for Akhenaten Self - Narrator (voice) Flop Similar →
1979 Canada Vignettes: Wop May Narrator Flop Similar →
1979 Paperland: The Bureaucrat Observed Narrator (voice) Flop Similar →
1978 The Champions, Part 1: Unlikely Warriors Narrator Average Similar →
1978 The Champions, Part 2: Trappings of Power Narrator Average Similar →
1977 Henry Ford's America Self - Narrator (voice) Flop Similar →
1976 Volcano: An Inquiry into the Life and Death of Malcolm Lowry Narrator (voice) Flop Similar →
1975 Whistling Smith Narrator Average Similar →
1974 King of the Hill Self - Narrator Flop Similar →
1968 Juggernaut Narrator (voice) Flop Similar →
1967 What on Earth! Narrator Average Similar →
1966 Ladies and Gentlemen, Mr. Leonard Cohen Narrator Hit Similar →
1966 Stravinsky Narrator Super Hit Similar →

Donald Brittain - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Donald Brittain?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Donald Brittain is "Tommy Douglas: Keeper of the Flame" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Donald Brittain acted in?

Donald Brittain has been featured in at least 20 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Donald Brittain?

Other notable films include "Stravinsky", "Ladies and Gentlemen, Mr. Leonard Cohen", and "Canada's Sweetheart: The Saga of Hal C. Banks".