Howard Lang
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Howard Lang (born Donald Yarranton; 20 March 1911 - 11 December 1989) was an English actor known for playing Captain William Baines in the BBC nautical drama The Onedin Line.
Howard Lang Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Howard Lang 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 Howard Lang's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 80% of Howard Lang'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 The Last Load, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Howard Lang Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Howard Lang's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Howard Lang has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | The Pyrates | Captain Yardley | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | Macbeth | Old Soldier (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | 10 Rillington Place | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | Perfect Friday | Bank Commissionaire | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | Nothing But the Best | Jutson | Average | Similar → |
| 1963 | Doctor Who: An Unearthly Child | Horg | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | Corridors of Blood | Chief Inspector | Average | Similar → |
| 1963 | The Haunting | Hugh Crain (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | The Curse of the Werewolf | Irate Farmer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | No Love for Johnnie | Labour Party Member greeting Johnnie Byrne (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | The Trials of Oscar Wilde | Court Usher | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | Date at Midnight | Inspector | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Night Train for Inverness | Sergeant | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | A Woman's Temptation | Radio operator | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Ben-Hur | Hortator (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Man Accused | Police Sergeant | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | The Siege of Pinchgut | Whitsun (Uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | Innocent Meeting | Macey | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Links of Justice | Usher | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | A Night to Remember | Chief Officer Henry Wilde (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Dunkirk | Chief - Sheerness Dockyard (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | The One That Got Away | Sergeant - Welsh Guards (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Birthday Present | Cellblock Officer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Crooked Sky | Commisioner | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Tiger in the Smoke | Detective (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Battle of the River Plate | Guns - HMS Exeter (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Destination Death | Police Sgt(uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Eyewitness | Cinema Commissionaire | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Blonde Blackmailer | Scotland Yard Detective | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Mysterious Bullet | Davy Charlesworth | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Devil's Point | Marne | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Beau Brummell | Hecker (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Men of Sherwood Forest | Town Crier | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Rainbow Jacket | Police Constable on Point Duty (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Blazing Caravan | Publican (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Floating Dutchman | Gaoler (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Counterspy | Policeman | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Missing Man | Inspector Haslett (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Lavender Hill Mob | Policeman at window (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Captain Horatio Hornblower R.N. | Officer Aboard Cassandra (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Pool of London | Detective Detaining Suspect (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Mudlark | Footman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Hamlet | Servant (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Nothing Venture | Henchman in Restaurant (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Last Load | Senior Police Officer (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Great Expectations | Man sitting next to Pip at Magwitch's Trial (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Freedom Radio | Radio Operator (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Neutral Port | German Naval Officer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Night Train to Munich | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Middle Watch | Sailor (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
Howard Lang - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Howard Lang?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Howard Lang is "The Last Load" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Howard Lang acted in?
Howard Lang has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Howard Lang?
Other notable films include "Destination Death", "The Pyrates", and "The Missing Man".