Alan Adair

Acting

Freshness: Jan 19, 2026

17Total Films

7.3 Highest Rated

Born: Jun 9, 1923

Birth Place: Hove, East Sussex, England, UK

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Alan Adair reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 17 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Comedy

The majority of Alan Adair's filmography leans towards the Comedy genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.

The "Box Office" Signature

With a 12% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Alan Adair remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Description of a Struggle, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Alan Adair Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Alan Adair's career based on audience ratings.

★7.3

Description of a Struggle (1960) movie poster

★7.3

Description of a Struggle — Chris Marker’s documentary portrays Israel twelve years after its founding, blending location and archival footage to ex

Description of a Struggle

1960•Documentary

★6.9

★6.9

Weekend at Dunkirk — In June 1940, during the Dunkirk evacuation of Allied troops to England, French sergeant Julien Maillat and his men deba

Weekend at Dunkirk

1964•Drama

★5.7

★5.7

Cardboard Cavalier — A historical romance between Lord Lovelace and Nell Gwynn. In Cromwellian England, royalists commission a barrow boy to

Cardboard Cavalier

1949•Comedy

★5.6

★5.6

Armageddon — After years of poverty, Carrier, a repairman, inherits a large sum of money upon his brother's death in an accident. Now

Armageddon

1977•Thriller

★5.5

★5.5

Enigma — Five highly-trained KGB agents are sent to the west to assassinate several Soviet dissidents. In order to stop the diabo

Enigma

1982•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Alan Adair.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1988	Jeu de vilains	L'arbitre	Flop	Similar →
1986	Un métier de seigneur	L'officier anglais	Flop	Similar →
1983	Move Along, There Is Nothing to See!	Müller	Flop	Similar →
1982	Enigma	-	Average	Similar →
1980	The Lady Banker	Sir Charles	Flop	Similar →
1977	Monsieur Papa	Lady from the travel agency (uncredited)	Flop	Similar →
1977	Armageddon	Le ministre anglais de l'Industrie	Average	Similar →
1975	From Hong Kong with Love	Lord anglais	Flop	Similar →
1975	Van der Valk and the Scapegoat	The Prosecutor	Flop	Similar →
1974	No Pockets in a Shroud	David	Flop	Similar →
1974	Gross Paris	-	Flop	Similar →
1974	Kuwait - Kuwait	Narration	Flop	Similar →
1964	Weekend at Dunkirk	-	Hit	Similar →
1960	Description of a Struggle	Narrator (English version)	Hit	Similar →
1951	My Wife Is Formidable	Mr Hartley	Flop	Similar →
1951	Casabianca	Lt. Dudley	Flop	Similar →
1949	Cardboard Cavalier	Courtier	Average	Similar →

Alan Adair - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Alan Adair?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Alan Adair is "Description of a Struggle" with a rating of 7.3/10.

How many movies has Alan Adair acted in?

Alan Adair has been featured in at least 17 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Alan Adair?

Other notable films include "Weekend at Dunkirk", "Cardboard Cavalier", and "Armageddon".