Robert Helpmann
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Sir Robert Helpmann CBE (9 April 1909 – 28 September 1986) was an Australian dancer, film actor, theatre director and choreographer. A protege of Pavlova and Fonteyn’s first partner. Description above from the Wikipedia article Robert Helpmann, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Robert Helpmann Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Robert Helpmann reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 23 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Robert Helpmann's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 65% of Robert Helpmann'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 The Tales of Helpmann, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Robert Helpmann Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Robert Helpmann's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Robert Helpmann has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | The Tales of Helpmann | Himself | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | The Margot Fonteyn Story | Robert Helpmann | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Don Quixote of La Mancha | Don Quixote (voice) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | That's Dancing! | From 'The Red Shoes' (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | Second Time Lucky | The Devil | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | Puzzle | Shepherd | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | Patrick | Dr. Roget | Average | Similar → |
| 1977 | The Mango Tree | Professor | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | Don Quixote | Don Quixote | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | Alice's Adventures in Wonderland | The Mad Hatter | Average | Similar → |
| 1970 | Cinderella | Ugly Stepsister | Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | Chitty Chitty Bang Bang | Child Catcher | Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Quiller Memorandum | Weng | Average | Similar → |
| 1963 | 55 Days at Peking | Prince Tuan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Big Money | The Reverend | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Iron Petticoat | Ivan Kropotkin | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Tales of Hoffmann | Lindorf / Coppelius / Dapertutto / Dr. Miracle | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Red Shoes | Ivan Boleslawsky | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Steps of the Ballet | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | Caravan | Wycroft | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Henry V | Bishop of Ely | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | One of Our Aircraft Is Missing | De Jong | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Television Demonstration Film | - | Flop | Similar → |
Robert Helpmann - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Robert Helpmann?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Robert Helpmann is "The Tales of Helpmann" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Robert Helpmann acted in?
Robert Helpmann has been featured in at least 23 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Robert Helpmann?
Other notable films include "Puzzle", "Don Quixote", and "The Mango Tree".