Joss Ackland
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Sidney Edmond Jocelyn Ackland CBE (29 February 1928 – 19 November 2023) was an English actor who appeared in more than 130 film and television roles. He was nominated for the BAFTA Award for Best Actor in a Supporting Role for portraying Jock Delves Broughton in White Mischief (1987). Description above from the Wikipedia article Joss Ackland, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Joss Ackland Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Joss Ackland 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 Joss Ackland's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 100% of Joss Ackland'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 Lounge Act, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Joss Ackland Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Joss Ackland's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Joss Ackland has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | Hogfather | Mustrum Ridcully | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | In Search of the Great Beast 666: Aleister Crowley | Narrator | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Flawless | Milton Kendrick Ashtoncroft | Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | K-19: The Widowmaker | Marshal Zelentsov | Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | Othello | James Brabant | Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | The Mumbo Jumbo | Mayor Smith | Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | Lounge Act | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | Firelight | Lord Clare | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | Hidden in Silence | German Factory Manager | Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Citizen X | Bondarchuk | Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | Jacob | Isaak | Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | Miracle on 34th Street | Victor Landbergh (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | Miracle on 34th Street | Victor Landbergh | Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | Citizen Locke | Lord Ashley | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | Joan Miró: Constellations - The Color of Poetry | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | The Thief and the Cobbler | Brigand (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Voices in the Garden | Sir Charles Peverall | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Nowhere to Run | Franklin Hale | Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | The Mighty Ducks | Hans | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Miss Marple: They Do It with Mirrors | Lewis Serrocold | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | The Sheltering Desert | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | The Hunt for Red October | Ambassador Andrei Lysenko | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | First and Last | Alan Holly | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Lethal Weapon 2 | Arjen Rudd | Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | When We Are Married | Henry Ormonroyd | Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Lady Jane | Sir John Bridges | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | A Zed & Two Noughts | Van Hoyten | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Shadowlands | CS Lewis | Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | The Tragedy of Coriolanus | Menenius | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | The Barretts of Wimpole Street | Edward Moulton-Barrett | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | The Love Tapes | Narrator (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | Closing Ranks | Victor Rogachev | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | Saint Jack | Yardley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | Watership Down | Black Rabbit (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | You Talk Too Much | Doctor | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | Operation: Daybreak | Janák | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | Heading For Glory | Self - Narrator (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | The Little Prince | The King | Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | Great Expectations | Joe Gargery | Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | The Three Musketeers | D’Artagnan’s Father | Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | Access to the Children | Malcolmson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | The Bankrupt | Ellis Cripper | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | King's Cross Lunch Hour | The Man | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | Getting In | An Applicant | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | The Lie | Albert | Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | The Three Sisters | Chebutykin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | In Search of the Castaways | Yacht Seaman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Next to No Time | Turkish Bath Attendant | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Seven Days to Noon | Station Policeman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Landfall | O'Neil | Super Hit | Similar → |
Joss Ackland - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Joss Ackland?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Joss Ackland is "Lounge Act" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Joss Ackland acted in?
Joss Ackland has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Joss Ackland?
Other notable films include "Joan Miró: Constellations - The Color of Poetry", "The Sheltering Desert", and "Citizen Locke".