Jeremy Kemp
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Jeremy Kemp (3 January 1935 - 19 July 2019) was an English actor. He was known for his roles in the miniseries The Winds of War, The Blue Max and Z-Cars. Kemp was born Jeremy Walker in Chesterfield, Derbyshire, the son of Elsa May (née Kemp) and Edmund Reginald Walker, an engineer, and studied acting at the Central School of Speech and Drama. His TV credits include: Colditz, Space: 1999 and a number of American series such as: Hart to Hart, The Greatest American Hero, The Fall Guy, Conan the Adventurer, Star Trek: The Next Generation, The Winds of War, War and Remembrance and Murder, She Wrote. His film roles include: Dr. Terror's House of Horrors, Operation Crossbow, The Blue Max, A Bridge Too Far, Top Secret! and Four Weddings and a Funeral. He also appeared as Cornwall in the 1984 TV movie version of King Lear opposite Laurence Olivier as Lear. Description above from the Wikipedia article Jeremy Kemp, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Jeremy Kemp Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Jeremy Kemp reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 49 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Jeremy Kemp's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 45% of Jeremy Kemp'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 Amicus: House of Horrors, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Jeremy Kemp Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Jeremy Kemp's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Jeremy Kemp has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Amicus: House of Horrors | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Amicus: House of Horrors | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Angels and Insects | Sir Harald Alabaster | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | Four Weddings and a Funeral | Sir John Delaney - Wedding Two | Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Duel of Hearts | Lord Milborne | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Prisoner of Honor | Gen. de Pellieux | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | When the Whales Came | Mr. Wellbeloved | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | Reasonable Force | Pomeroy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | Top Secret! | General Streck | Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | Uncommon Valor | Ferryman | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | Feet Foremost | Ampleforth | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | King Lear | Cornwall | Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | The Phantom of the Opera | Baron Hunyadi | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | The Return of the Soldier | Frank | Average | Similar → |
| 1981 | Contract | George | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | Unity | Putzi Hanfstaengl | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | Evita Peron | German Official | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | The Winter's Tale | Leontes | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | Jamaican Gold | Reginald Landers | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | The Prisoner of Zenda | Duke Michael | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | Leopard in the Snow | Bolt | Flop | Similar → |
| 1979 | Henry VIII | Duke of Norfolk | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | School Play | James Lombard | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | Caravans | Dr. Smythe | Average | Similar → |
| 1978 | Liza | Lavretsky | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | Keefer | Kliest | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | East of Elephant Rock | Harry Rawlins | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | A Bridge Too Far | R.A.F. Briefing Officer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | The Seven-Per-Cent Solution | Baron Karl von Leinsdorf | Average | Similar → |
| 1976 | Double Echo | Dr Mallam | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | Lips of Lurid Blue | George Stevens | Flop | Similar → |
| 1975 | Brassneck | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | Goodbye | Tony Lyle | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | The Belstone Fox | John Kendrick | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | The Blockhouse | Grabinski | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | Pope Joan | Joan's Father | Average | Similar → |
| 1970 | The Games | Jim Harcourt | Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | Darling Lili | Colonel Kurt Von Ruger | Average | Similar → |
| 1970 | Eyewitness | Inspector Galleria | Average | Similar → |
| 1968 | A Twist of Sand | Harry Riker | Flop | Similar → |
| 1968 | The Strange Affair | Det. Sgt. Pierce | Flop | Similar → |
| 1968 | Assignment K | Hal | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Blue Max | Willi von Klugermann | Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | Cast a Giant Shadow | Senior British Officer | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | Operation Crossbow | Captain Phil Bradley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | Dr. Terror's House of Horrors | Jerry Drake (segment 2 "Creeping Vine") | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Face of a Stranger | Vince Howard | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | Cleopatra | Agitator (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Battle of the River Plate | Gunner, HMS Achilles (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
Jeremy Kemp - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Jeremy Kemp?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jeremy Kemp is "Amicus: House of Horrors" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Jeremy Kemp acted in?
Jeremy Kemp has been featured in at least 49 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Jeremy Kemp?
Other notable films include "Amicus: House of Horrors", "Feet Foremost", and "The Winter's Tale".