Richard Johnson
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Richard Keith Johnson (30 July 1927 – 5 June 2015) was an English actor, writer and producer. Description above from the Wikipedia article Richard Johnson, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Richard Johnson Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Richard Johnson 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 Richard Johnson's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 68% of Richard Johnson'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 Shakespeare or Bust, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Richard Johnson Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Richard Johnson's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Richard Johnson has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | FantastiCozzi | (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | The Man Who Knew Infinity | Vice Master Henry Jackson | Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Radiator | Leonard | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | The Man on the Moor | Joe Adams | Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas | Grandpa | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | Scoop | Mr. Quincy | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Danny Deckchair | Passerby | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | Lara Croft: Tomb Raider | Distinguished Gentleman | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | The Whistle-Blower | Sir Alastair Montgomery | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | Happy Days | Willie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Heavy Weather | Lord Tilbury | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Duel of Hearts | Lord Belgrave | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | The Crucifer of Blood | Dr. Watson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Treasure Island | Squire Trelawney | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Voice of the Heart | David Cunningham | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | A Man for All Seasons | Duke of Norfolk | Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Castaway | Lawyer (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | Lady Jane | The Earl of Arundel | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Turtle Diary | Mr. Johnson | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | The Biko Inquest | Dr. Hersch | Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | The Aerodrome | Air Commander | Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | Cymbeline | Cymbeline | Average | Similar → |
| 1980 | The Marquise | Count Raoul de Vriac | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | Haywire | Kenneth Wagg | Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | Portrait of a Rebel: The Remarkable Mrs. Sanger | Havelock Ellis | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | A Nightingale Sang in Berkeley Square | Inspector Watford | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | The Flame Is Love | Narrator | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | Zombie Flesh Eaters | Dr. David Menard | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | The Four Feathers | Abou Fatma | Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | The Last Concert | Richard Lasky | Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | Aces High | Major Lyle | Average | Similar → |
| 1976 | Moses the Lawgiver | Erzähler-Stimme | Average | Similar → |
| 1976 | The Message | Narrator (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | Antony and Cleopatra | Antony | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | Shakespeare or Bust | Himself | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | Hamlet | Claudius, King of Denmark | Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | The Column | Tiberius | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | Oedipus the King | Creon | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | The Rover | Real | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | Deadlier Than the Male | Hugh "Bulldog" Drummond | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Witch | Sergio Logan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | Khartoum | Colonel Stewart | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | Operation Crossbow | Duncan Sandys | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | The Pumpkin Eater | Giles | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | 80,000 Suspects | Dr. Steven Monks | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | The Haunting | Dr. John Markway | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Saadia | Lt. Girard | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Lady in the Fog | Danny McMara - Hit-and-Run Victim | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Calling Bulldog Drummond | Control Tower Operator (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Captain Horatio Hornblower R.N. | Macrae (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
Richard Johnson - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Richard Johnson?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Richard Johnson is "Shakespeare or Bust" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Richard Johnson acted in?
Richard Johnson has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Richard Johnson?
Other notable films include "The Marquise", "The Flame Is Love", and "Portrait of a Rebel: The Remarkable Mrs. Sanger".