John Gregson
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. John Gregson (15 March 1919 – 8 January 1975) was an English actor. Description above from the Wikipedia article John Gregson, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia
John Gregson Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of John Gregson reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 48 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of John Gregson's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 46% of John Gregson'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 Christmas Messenger, which stands out as a key performance.
Best John Gregson Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from John Gregson's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie John Gregson has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1975 | The Christmas Messenger | (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | The Sport of Kings | Narrator | Flop | Similar → |
| 1974 | Tomorrow's Merseysiders | Narrator (voice) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1971 | Fright | Dr. Cordell | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | Hans Brinker | Mijnheer Brinker | Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | Countercrime | Det-Insp Conway | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | The Night of the Generals | Colonel Sandauer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | Tomorrow at Ten | Inspector Parnell | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | The Longest Day | British Padre | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Live Now - Pay Later | Callendar | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | The Omega Mystery | Butler | Flop | Similar → |
| 1961 | The Frightened City | Det. Insp. Sayers | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | A Call on Kuprin: Part 2 | Smith | Flop | Similar → |
| 1961 | The Treasure of Monte Cristo | Renato | Flop | Similar → |
| 1961 | A Call on Kuprin: Part 1 | Smith | Flop | Similar → |
| 1961 | Hand in Hand | Father Timothy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Faces in the Dark | Richard Hammond | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | SOS Pacific | Captain John 'Jack' Bennett | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | The Captain's Table | Captain Albert Ebbs | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Sea of Sand | Cpt Williams | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Rooney | James Ignatius Rooney | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Hancock's Half Hour: Volume 1 | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 1957 | Miracle in Soho | Michael Morgan | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | True as a Turtle | Tony Hudson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Battle of the River Plate | Captain Bell - H.M.S. Exeter | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Jacqueline | Mike McNeil | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Value for Money | Chayley Broadbent | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Above Us the Waves | Lieutenant Alec Duffy | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Three Cases of Murder | Edgar Curtain ("You Killed Elizabeth" segment) | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | To Dorothy, a Son | Tony Rapallo | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Crowded Day | Leslie Randall | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Conflict of Wings | Cpl. Bill Morris | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Weak and the Wicked | Dr. Michael Hale | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Passionate Pilgrim | Dr. Maclean | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Genevieve | Alan McKim | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Titfield Thunderbolt | Squire Gordon Chesterford | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Holly and the Ivy | David Paterson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Venetian Bird | Renzo Uccello | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Brave Don't Cry | John Cameron | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Angels One Five | Pilot Officer T.B. 'Septic' Baird | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Lavender Hill Mob | Farrow | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Treasure Island | Redruth | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Cairo Road | Coast Guardsman | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Hasty Heart | Recruit in Jungle (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Whisky Galore! | Sammy MacCodrun | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Train of Events | Malcolm Murray-Bruce | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Scott of the Antarctic | P.O. T. Crean R.N. | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Saraband for Dead Lovers | - | Hit | Similar → |
John Gregson - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of John Gregson?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring John Gregson is "The Christmas Messenger" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has John Gregson acted in?
John Gregson has been featured in at least 48 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by John Gregson?
Other notable films include "True as a Turtle", "The Longest Day", and "The Lavender Hill Mob".