Michael Hordern
ActingAbout Michael Hordern
Sir Michael Murray Hordern (3 October 1911 – 2 May 1995) was an English actor, knighted in 1983 for his services to the theatre, which stretched back to before the Second World War.
Michael Hordern Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Michael Hordern 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 Michael Hordern's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 100% of Michael Hordern'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 Moment of Danger, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Michael Hordern Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Michael Hordern's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Michael Hordern has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Walt Disney Treasures - Dr. Syn: The Scarecrow of Romney Marsh | Squire Thomas Banks (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | A Very Open Prison | Lord Langland | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | The Fool | Mr. Tatham | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | The Secret Garden | Ben Weatherstaff | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Comrades | Mr. Pitt | Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | The Secret World of Polly Flint | Narrator | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Labyrinth | The Wiseman (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Paradise Postponed | Simeon Simcox | Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Lady Jane | Dr. Feckenham | Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Paddington Goes to School | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Now Voyager | The Old Man | Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | The Wind in the Willows | Badger | Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | Group Madness | Self / Dr. Gilpin | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | Clash of Loyalties | Narrator | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Gandhi | Sir George Hodge | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | Paddington Bear Goes to the Movies | Narrator (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | The Tempest | Prospero | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | The Talking Parcel | Oswald, the Sea Serpent | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | Romeo and Juliet | Capulet | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | Watership Down | Frith (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | The Medusa Touch | Atropos - Fortune Teller | Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | The Slipper and the Rose | King | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | Barry Lyndon | Narrator (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | King Lear | King Lear | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | A Christmas Carol | Marley's Ghost (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | Anne of the Thousand Days | Thomas Boleyn | Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | Where Eagles Dare | Adm. Rolland | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | The Taming of the Shrew | Baptista | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | The Spy Who Came In from the Cold | Ashe | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Macbeth | Banquo | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | Dr. Syn, Alias the Scarecrow | Squire Thomas Banks | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | Cleopatra | Cicero | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Sink the Bismarck! | Admiral Sir John Tovey, Commander-in-Chief - 'King George' | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Moment of Danger | Inspector Farrell | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Back to Back | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | I Was Monty's Double | Governor of Gibralter | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Girls at Sea | Admiral Reginald Victor Hewitt | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Man Who Never Was | Gen. Coburn | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Constant Husband | The Judge | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Night My Number Came Up | Lindsay | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Forbidden Cargo | Director of Customs | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Grand National Night | Inspector Ayling | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Card | Bank Manager | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Scrooge | Jacob Marley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Tom Brown's Schooldays | Wilkes | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Flesh and Blood | Webster | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Passport to Pimlico | Bashford | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Mine Own Executioner | Co-Counsel at Inquest | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Rebecca | Maxim de Winter | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | School for Secrets | Lt. Cmdr. Lowther | Hit | Similar → |
Michael Hordern - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Michael Hordern?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Michael Hordern is "Moment of Danger" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Michael Hordern acted in?
Michael Hordern has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Michael Hordern?
Other notable films include "The Secret World of Polly Flint", "King Lear", and "Rebecca".