
Ian Fleming
ActingAbout Ian Fleming
Ian Fleming was an Australian born character actor with credits in over 100 British movies. He is perhaps best known for playing Dr. John Watson in a series of Sherlock Holmes movies of the 1930s opposite Arthur Wontner's Holmes. He also essayed a number of supporting roles in many classic British films of the era including Q Planes (1939), Night Train to Munich (1940), We Dive at Dawn, The Life and Death of Colonel Blimp (both 1943) and Waterloo Road (1945). His later career included appearances in many television series of the 50s and 60s such as Fabian of the Yard, Hancock's Half Hour, Dixon of Dock Green, Dr. Finlay's Casebook, The Forsyte Saga and The Prisoner. He is not to be confused with the Ian Fleming who created the James Bond character.
Ian Fleming Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Ian Fleming 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 Ian Fleming's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 100% of Ian Fleming'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 Crash Drive, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Ian Fleming Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Ian Fleming's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Ian Fleming has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1963 | Seventy Deadly Pills | Doctor | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | The Boys | Clerk of the Court (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | What Every Woman Wants | Nelson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | The Lamp in Assassin Mews | Albert Potts | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | No, My Darling Daughter | Vicar | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Crash Drive | Paul Dixon | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Man Accused | Sir Thomas Riddle | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Web of Suspicion | Forbes | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Innocent Meeting | Andrew Garside | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | A Woman Possessed | Walter | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | No Smoking | Dr. Moxom | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Police Dog | Gentleman Walking His Dog (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Embezzler | Doctor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | It's a Grand Life | Mr. Clements | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Deadly Nightshade | Dr. Wilson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Come Back Peter | Bank Manager | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Chelsea Story | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | What a Carry On! | Colonel | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Captain Boycott | Times correspondent | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | George in Civvy Street | Uncle Shad | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | I Didn't Do It | Chief Inspr. Twyning | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | The New Lot | Medical Officer | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Lady from Lisbon | Adams | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Uncensored | Newspaper Editor | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Let the People Sing | United Plastics Barrister | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | They Flew Alone | Secretary | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Old Bill and Son | Club Member (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | It Happened to One Man | Sir Francis Hay | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Night Train to Munich | British Official (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Dangerous Comment | Official | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Sons of the Sea | Naval Intelligence Officer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Nursemaid Who Disappeared | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Men Without Honour | Frank Hardy | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Good Old Days | Lord Wakely | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Claydon Treasure Mystery | Dr. Cleveland - Coroner | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Return of Carol Deane | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Quiet, Please | Dr. Craven | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Racing Romance | Martin Royce | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Crime Over London | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Prison Breaker | Stephen Shand | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Sexton Blake and the Mademoiselle | Henry Norman | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Crouching Beast | Major Abbott | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Called Back | Dr Carter | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | After Dark | Henry Lea | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Lucky Girl | Lord Henry | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Missing Rembrandt | Dr. John Watson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | The School for Scandal | Joseph Surface | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | The Devil's Maze | Derek Riffington | Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | The Ware Case | Michael Adye, KC | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | Second to None | Brian Douglas | Super Hit | Similar → |
Ian Fleming - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Ian Fleming?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ian Fleming is "Crash Drive" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Ian Fleming acted in?
Ian Fleming has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Ian Fleming?
Other notable films include "Called Back", "The Nursemaid Who Disappeared", and "Sexton Blake and the Mademoiselle".
