Ralph Michael
ActingAbout Ralph Michael
Ralph Michael (26 September 1907 – 9 November 1994) was an English actor. He was born as Ralph Champion Shotter in London. His film appearances included Dead of Night, A Night to Remember, Children of the Damned, Grand Prix, The Assassination Bureau and Empire of the Sun.
Ralph Michael Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Ralph Michael reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 45 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Ralph Michael's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 58% of Ralph Michael'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 John Halifax, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Ralph Michael Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Ralph Michael's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Ralph Michael has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Family Times | Grandpa Cole | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | Selling Hitler | Wilhelm Mohnke | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Empire of the Sun | Mr. Partridge | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Diary of a Mad Old Man | Marcel / Husband | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Romance on the Orient Express | Harry | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | And the Wall Came Tumbling Down | Father Harris | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | The Boxwallah | Bertie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1979 | Henry IV Part 2 | Lord Chief Justice | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | Doctor Who: The Pirate Planet | Balaton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | The Count of Monte-Cristo | M. Dantes | Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | The Assassination Bureau | Editor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | House of Cards | Claude de Gonde | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | Deadlier Than the Male | Board Member | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | Grand Prix | Mr. Stoddard | Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | Khartoum | Sir Charles Dilke | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | The Heroes of Telemark | Nilssen | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | A Jolly Bad Fellow | Superintendent Rastleigh | Flop | Similar → |
| 1964 | Murder Most Foul | Ralph Summers | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Children of the Damned | Minister of Defense | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | Private Potter | Padre | Flop | Similar → |
| 1961 | The Court Martial of Major Keller | Colonel Winch | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Date at Midnight | Sir Edward Leyton | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | A Taste of Money | Supt. White | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | A Night to Remember | Mr. Yates | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Birthday Present | Crowther (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Women Without Men | Julian Lord | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Blonde Bait | Julian Lord | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Sound Barrier | Fletcher | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Astonished Heart | Philip Lucas | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Hasty Heart | Kiwi | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Penny and the Pownall Case | Michael Carson | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | A Song for Tomorrow | Roger Stanton | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Emma | George Knightly | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Pygmalion | Professor Henry Higgins | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Captive Heart | Capt. Thurston R.A.M.C. | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Johnny Frenchman | Bob Tremayne | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Dead of Night | Peter Cortland (Segment "The Haunted Mirror") | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | They Came to a City | Sergeant Jimmy (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | For Those in Peril | Rawlings | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | San Demetrio London | 2nd. Officer Hawkins - M.V. San Demetrio | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Bells Go Down | Dunkirk Survivor (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Women Aren't Angels | Jack | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Gert and Daisy Clean Up | Jack Gregory | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Girl Who Forgot | Tony Stevenage | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | John Halifax | Phineas Fletcher | Super Hit | Similar → |
Ralph Michael - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Ralph Michael?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ralph Michael is "John Halifax" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has Ralph Michael acted in?
Ralph Michael has been featured in at least 45 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Ralph Michael?
Other notable films include "Henry IV Part 2", "A Taste of Money", and "Selling Hitler".