Peter Butterworth
ActingPeter Butterworth Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Peter Butterworth reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Peter Butterworth's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 66% of Peter Butterworth'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 Afternoon of a Nymph, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Peter Butterworth Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Peter Butterworth's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Peter Butterworth has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | What's a Carry On? | Doc / Simpson / Brother Belcher / Admiral / Pepe (archive footage) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | The First Great Train Robbery | Putnam | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | The Dancing Princesses | The Chamberlain | Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | The Ritz | Patron in Chaps | Average | Similar → |
| 1976 | Robin and Marian | Surgeon | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | Carry on Christmas | Singing Caveman / Old Guest / Darts Player / German Soldier / Ballerina / Friar Tuck / Shopper | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | What a Carry On! | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | Carry On Christmas (or Carry On Stuffing) | Various Characters | Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | Carry On Abroad | Pepe | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | Bless This House | Trevor Lewis | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | Carry On Henry | Charles, Earl of Bristol (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | Carry On Christmas | Street Beggar / Choir Singer / Strong Willing Lad / Count Dracula / Petunia / Haggie | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | Carry On Again Doctor | Shuffling Patient | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | Carry On Camping | Mr. Josh Fiddler | Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | Carry On Up the Khyber | Brother Belcher | Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | Carry On Doctor | Mr. Smith | Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | Don't Lose Your Head | Citizen Bidet | Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum | Roman Sentry | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | Carry On Screaming! | Detective Constable Slobotham | Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | Danny the Dragon | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | Carry On Cowboy | Doc | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | Doctor Who: The Daleks' Master Plan | The Monk | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | Doctor Who: The Time Meddler | The Monk | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | A Home of Your Own | The Carpenter | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | Doctor in Distress | Ambulance Driver (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | Afternoon of a Nymph | Ronnie Grimble | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Live Now - Pay Later | Fred | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | The Prince and the Pauper | Will the Knifegrinder | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | The Day the Earth Caught Fire | 2nd Sub-Editor (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Fate Takes a Hand | Ronnie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Murder She Said | Ticket Collector | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Escort for Hire | Inspector Bruce | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | The Spider's Web | Insp. Lord | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Tom Thumb | Kapellmeister | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Blow Your Own Trumpet | Mr. Bob Duff | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Gay Dog | Another Betting Man | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Personal Affair | Policeman | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Will Any Gentleman...? | Stage Manager | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Colonel March Investigates | Bank Clerk (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Penny Princess | Julien / Postman / Farmer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Mr. Drake's Duck | Higgins | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Case of the Missing Scene | George | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Circle of Danger | Ernie (the Diver) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Old Mother Riley's Jungle Treasure | Steve | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Night and the City | Thug (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Paul Temple's Triumph | Post Office Engineer | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Double Confession | Joe (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Miss Pilgrim's Progress | Jonathan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Murder at the Windmill | Policeman | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | William Comes to Town | Postman | Super Hit | Similar → |
Peter Butterworth - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Peter Butterworth?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Peter Butterworth is "Afternoon of a Nymph" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Peter Butterworth acted in?
Peter Butterworth has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Peter Butterworth?
Other notable films include "Danny the Dragon", "Escort for Hire", and "Paul Temple's Triumph".