Fred Griffiths
ActingAbout Fred Griffiths
Fred Griffiths was born on March 8, 1912 in Ludlow, Shropshire, England as Frederick David Griffiths. He was an actor, known for To Sir, with Love (1967), Steptoe and Son(1972) and The Cruel Sea (1953). He was married to Emily Sadler. He died on August 27, 1994 in London, England. He was a fireman based in Chelsea during the war and broke into acting by accident. He played a taxi driver in no less than 20 films and appeared in over 100 in total. He died a widower and left one son. Often played taxi drivers and was indeed a qualified London Taxi Driver, who kept his badge and worked as a taxi driver between filming jobs. He appeared in a wartime documentary film, and someone saw his character appeal and started a new career. Appeared in a television commercial on top of Saint Paul's Cathederal in 1973 with Chris Sullivan.
Fred Griffiths Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Fred Griffiths 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 Fred Griffiths's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 78% of Fred Griffiths'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 Humphrey Jennings: The Man Who Listened to Britain, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Fred Griffiths Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Fred Griffiths's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Fred Griffiths has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Humphrey Jennings: The Man Who Listened to Britain | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | What's a Carry On? | Taxi Driver (archive footage) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | Steptoe & Son | Barman | Average | Similar → |
| 1970 | Perfect Friday | Taxi Driver | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | To Sir, with Love | Mr. Clark | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | The Early Bird | Man in Lift (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | The Big Job | Dustman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Ring of Spies | News Vendor (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | A Stitch in Time | Lorry Driver (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | Murder at the Gallop | Landlord (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | On the Beat | Cabbie (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Over the Odds | Fruit Vendor | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Carry On Regardless | Taxi Driver | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | No Love for Johnnie | Taxi Driver (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | There Was a Crooked Man | Taxi Driver | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Light Up the Sky! | Mr Jennings | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | The Battle of the Sexes | 1st Porter | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Jungle Street | Dealer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | I'm All Right Jack | Charlie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Left Right and Centre | a Billingsgate porter | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | Carry On Nurse | Ambulance Man | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Square Peg | Lorry Driver (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Horse's Mouth | Man Delivering Sculpture Block (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | A Cry from the Streets | Mr. Joe Hodges | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Next to No Time | Customer | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Dunkirk | Old Sweat | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Barnacle Bill | Bus Driver | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Up in the World | Steve (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Sailor Beware | Taxi Driver | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Long Arm | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | 23 Paces to Baker Street | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Lost | Gamble (Uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Ladykillers | Junk Man (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Secret Venture | Gymnasium Attendant | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | One Good Turn | Shouting Boxing Spectator (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Doctor in the House | Taxi Driver (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Bang! You're Dead | Milche | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | A Day to Remember | Barman on Ferry | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Genevieve | Ice Cream Seller (Uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Turn the Key Softly | Newspaper Seller (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Final Test | Taxi Driver | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Cruel Sea | Gracey | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | I Believe in You | Crump | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Pool of London | Sailor on Barge (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Double Confession | The Spiv | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Golden Arrow | Military Policeman #2 | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Passport to Pimlico | Spiv | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Huggetts Abroad | Taxi Driver (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | It Always Rains on Sunday | Sam | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Nine Men | Base Sergeant (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
Fred Griffiths - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Fred Griffiths?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Fred Griffiths is "Humphrey Jennings: The Man Who Listened to Britain" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Fred Griffiths acted in?
Fred Griffiths has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Fred Griffiths?
Other notable films include "Over the Odds", "Next to No Time", and "On the Beat".