
William Marlowe
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William Marlowe (25 July 1930 – 31 January 2003) was a British theatre, television and film actor. He served in the Fleet Air Arm and hoped for a career as a writer before training as an actor at RADA. He was cast as Sir Guy of Gisbourne in The Legend of Robin Hood (1975), A Family at War (1970–72), DCI Bill Russell in The Gentle Touch (1980–84), and Harry Mailer in the Doctor Who serial The Mind of Evil (1971). He reappeared in Doctor Who four years later as Lester in Revenge of the Cybermen (1975). His guest star roles include Barlow (1975), Breakaway (1980), Callan (1972) and Catch Hand (1964). Later he played Chief Supt. Thomas in The Chief (1990). He was married to actress Catherine Schell from 1968–1977, and to Kismet Delgado, the widow of actor Roger Delgado from 1979-2003. Many books falsely claim that he was married to actress Fernanda Marlowe.
William Marlowe Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of William Marlowe reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 24 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of William Marlowe's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 58% of William Marlowe'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 Amsterdam Affair, which stands out as a key performance.
Best William Marlowe Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from William Marlowe's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie William Marlowe has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | The Ties That Bind Us | Mailer (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Cry Freedom | Police Sergeant | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Revolution | Sgt Marley | Flop | Similar → |
| 1975 | Doctor Who: Revenge of the Cybermen | Lester | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | The Eyes Have It | Jeffries | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | The Snow Goose | Sailor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | Man Charged | Det. Con. Wallets | Flop | Similar → |
| 1971 | Zeppelin | Anderson | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | Doctor Who: The Mind of Evil | Mailer | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | Journey to Murder | Randolph Verdew | Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | The Royal Hunt of the Sun | Candia | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | Where's Jack? | Tom Sheppard | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | Amsterdam Affair | Martin Ray | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | Luther | The Knight | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | Wuthering Heights | Hindley | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | Robbery | Dave Aitken | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | The Bond | Jeff | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | The Heroes of Telemark | Claus | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | The Uncle | Wayne | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | A Place to Go | Charlie Batey | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | A Prize of Arms | Sergeant Ward | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Play It Cool | Cabbie | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | Already It's Tomorrow | Policeman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1960 | Tunes of Glory | Officer | Hit | Similar → |
William Marlowe - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of William Marlowe?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring William Marlowe is "Amsterdam Affair" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has William Marlowe acted in?
William Marlowe has been featured in at least 24 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by William Marlowe?
Other notable films include "The Bond", "Where's Jack?", and "Wuthering Heights".



