Harry H. Corbett
ActingAbout Harry H. Corbett
Harry H. Corbett OBE was an English actor. Corbett was best known for his starring role in the popular and long-running BBC Television sitcom Steptoe and Son in the 1960s and 70s. Early in his career he was dubbed "the English Marlon Brando" by some sections of the British press.
Harry H. Corbett Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Harry H. Corbett reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 41 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Harry H. Corbett's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 39% of Harry H. Corbett'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 In the Wake of a Stranger, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Harry H. Corbett Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Harry H. Corbett's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Harry H. Corbett has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981 | The Best of the Adventures | Sydney Burke (archive footage) (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1980 | Silver Dream Racer | Wiggins | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | The Plank | Amourous Van Driver | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | What's Up Superdoc! | Sergeant Major Goodwin, Rtd. | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | That's Carry On! | Detective Sergeant Sidney Bung (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 1977 | A Hymn from Jim | Alan Glut | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | Jabberwocky | Squire | Average | Similar → |
| 1977 | Hardcore | Art | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | Adventures of a Private Eye | Sydney Burke | Flop | Similar → |
| 1976 | Pot Luck | Hungry Herbert | Flop | Similar → |
| 1974 | Percy's Progress | Prime Minister | Flop | Similar → |
| 1973 | Steptoe & Son Ride Again | Harold Steptoe | Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | Steptoe & Son | Harold Steptoe | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | The Magnificent Seven Deadly Sins | Ambrose (segment "Lust") | Flop | Similar → |
| 1969 | Never Talk to Strangers | Basil Puddifoot | Flop | Similar → |
| 1969 | Crooks and Coronets | Frank Finley | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | The House That Jigger Built | Jigger Barrett | Flop | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Sandwich Man | Stage Door Keeper | Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | Carry On Screaming! | Detective Sergeant Sidney Bung | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | Joey Boy | Joey Boy Thompson | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | Rattle of a Simple Man | Percy Winthram | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | The Hothouse | Harry Fender | Flop | Similar → |
| 1964 | The Bargee | Hemel Pike | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | Ladies Who Do | James Ryder | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | What a Crazy World | Sam | Average | Similar → |
| 1963 | Sparrows Can't Sing | Greengrocer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1963 | Sammy Going South | Lem | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | Time to Remember | Jack Burgess | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | Some People | Johnnie's Father | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | The Unstoppable Man | Feist | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Marriage of Convenience | Inspector Bruce | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | The Big Day | Harry Jackson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | The Shakedown | Gollar | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | Cover Girl Killer | The Man | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | In the Wake of a Stranger | McCabe | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Shake Hands with the Devil | Clancy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | The Bird, the Bear and the Actress | P. Panghurst Shippers | Flop | Similar → |
| 1958 | Nowhere to Go | Sullivan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Floods of Fear | Sharkey | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Emperor Jones | Smithers | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Never Look Back | Policeman in charge cells (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
Harry H. Corbett - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Harry H. Corbett?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Harry H. Corbett is "In the Wake of a Stranger" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Harry H. Corbett acted in?
Harry H. Corbett has been featured in at least 41 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Harry H. Corbett?
Other notable films include "Crooks and Coronets", "The Unstoppable Man", and "Emperor Jones".