Edward Hardwicke
ActingAbout Edward Hardwicke
Edward Hardwicke was an English actor, best known for his roles as Dr Watson in the Granada Television adaptations of Sherlock Holmes and Captain Pat Grant in the series Colditz.
Edward Hardwicke Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Edward Hardwicke reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Edward Hardwicke's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 56% of Edward Hardwicke'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 Son of Man, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Edward Hardwicke Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Edward Hardwicke's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Edward Hardwicke has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | Oliver Twist | Mr. Brownlow | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | The Goodbye Plane | Leonard | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Love Actually | Sam's Grandfather | Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | The Gathering Storm | Mr. Wood | Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | David Copperfield | Wickfield | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | Enigma | Heaviside | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | She Who Must Be Obeyed | Ludovico H. Holly | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | Mary, Mother of Jesus | Zachariah | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | Parting Shots | Dr. Joseph | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | Elizabeth | Earl of Arundel | Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | Appetite | Jonathan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | Photographing Fairies | Sir Arthur Conan Doyle | Average | Similar → |
| 1995 | Richard III | Lord Stanley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | The Scarlet Letter | Gov. John Bellingham | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | Shadowlands | Warnie Lewis | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | The Last Vampyre | Dr. John Watson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | The Eligible Bachelor | Dr. John Watson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | The Master Blackmailer | Dr. John Watson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Let Him Have It | Approved School Principal | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | The Hound of the Baskervilles | Dr. John Watson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | The Sign of Four | Dr. John Watson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Titus Andronicus | Marcus | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Baby: Secret of the Lost Legend | Dr. Pierre Dubois | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Off Peak | Barry | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | The Biko Inquest | Professor Proctor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | Vengeance | Peter Carmody | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | The Last Term | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | John David | Paediatrician | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | A Cotswold Death | Brinson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | Venom | Lord Dunning | Average | Similar → |
| 1981 | The Bunker | Dieter Stahl | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | Whinfrey's Last Case | Mr. Girton | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | The Odd Job | Inspector Black | Average | Similar → |
| 1978 | Full Circle | Captain Paul Winter | Average | Similar → |
| 1975 | Grace | Clive | Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | Back of Beyond | Gareth | Flop | Similar → |
| 1974 | The Next Scream You Hear | Gifford | Average | Similar → |
| 1974 | The Black Windmill | Mike McCarthy | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | The Day of the Jackal | Charles Harold Calthrop | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | Belgrove Hotel, Goodbye | Stephen | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | The Reckoning | Mitchell | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | Son of Man | Judas Iscariot | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | Otley | Lambert | Average | Similar → |
| 1968 | A Flea in Her Ear | Pierre Chandebisse, Victor's Nephew | Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | Journey Into Darkness | Dr. Frank Yarrow | Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | Present Laughter | Morris Dixon | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | Othello | Montano | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Men of Sherwood Forest | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Hell Below Zero | Ulvik | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | A Guy Named Joe | George - English Boy (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
Edward Hardwicke - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Edward Hardwicke?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Edward Hardwicke is "Son of Man" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Edward Hardwicke acted in?
Edward Hardwicke has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Edward Hardwicke?
Other notable films include "Whinfrey's Last Case", "Belgrove Hotel, Goodbye", and "Present Laughter".