Alastair Sim
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Alastair George Bell Sim, CBE (9 October 1900 – 19 August 1976) was a Scottish character actor who appeared in a string of classic British films. He is best remembered in the role of Ebenezer Scrooge in the 1951 film Scrooge, and for his portrayal of Miss Fritton, the headmistress in two St. Trinian's films. He was famously described by comedian Ronnie Corbett as a "sad-faced actor, with the voice of a fastidious ghoul", in Corbett's autobiography High Hopes. Description above from the Wikipedia article Alastair Sim, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Alastair Sim reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Alastair Sim'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 46% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Alastair Sim remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Inspector Hornleigh on Holiday, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Alastair Sim Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Alastair Sim's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Alastair Sim.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976 | Rogue Male | The Earl | Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | The Littlest Horse Thieves | Lord Harrogate | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | Royal Flash | Mr. Greig | Average | Similar → |
| 1975 | The Prodigal Daughter | Father Perfect | Flop | Similar → |
| 1972 | The Ruling Class | Bishop Lampton | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | A Christmas Carol | Scrooge (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | The Millionairess | Sagamore | Flop | Similar → |
| 1960 | School for Scoundrels | S. Potter | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Left Right and Centre | Lord Wilcot | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | The Doctor's Dilemma | Cutler Walpole | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Blue Murder at St. Trinian's | Miss Amelia Fritton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Green Man | Hawkins | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Anatomist | Dr. Knox | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Geordie | The Laird | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Escapade | Dr. Skillingworth | Flop | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Belles of St. Trinian's | Millicent Fritton / Clarence Fritton | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | An Inspector Calls | Inspector Poole | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Innocents in Paris | Sir Norman Barker | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | Folly to Be Wise | Capt. William Paris | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Scrooge | Ebenezer Scrooge | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Lady Godiva Rides Again | Hawtrey Murington (Optimum Films) (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Laughter in Paradise | Deniston Russell | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Happiest Days of Your Life | Wetherby Pond | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Stage Fright | Commodore Gill | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | London Belongs to Me | Mr. Squales | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Captain Boycott | Father McKeogh | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Hue and Cry | Felix H. Wilkinson | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Green for Danger | Inspector Cockrill | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Waterloo Road | Dr. Montgomery | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Let the People Sing | Professor Ernst Kronak | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Cottage to Let | Charles Dimble | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Inspector Hornleigh Goes to It | Sergeant Bingham | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Law and Disorder | Samuel Blight | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Inspector Hornleigh on Holiday | Sergeant Bingham | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Mysterious Mr. Davis | Theodore F. Wilcox | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Inspector Hornleigh | Sergeant Bingham | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Climbing High | Max | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | This Man Is News | MacGregor | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Alf's Button Afloat | The Genie of the Button | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Terror | 'Soapy' Marx | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Sailing Along | Sylvester | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Squeaker | Joshua Collie | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Gangway | Detective Taggett | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | A Romance in Flanders | Colonel Wexton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Man in the Mirror | Interpreter | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Keep Your Seats, Please | A. S. Drayton | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Late Extra | MacPherson | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Private Secretary | Mr. Nebulae | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | A Fire Has Been Arranged | Cutte | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Riverside Murder | Police Sergeant 'Mac' McKay | Flop | Similar → |
Alastair Sim - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Alastair Sim?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Alastair Sim is "Inspector Hornleigh on Holiday" with a rating of 7.9/10.
How many movies has Alastair Sim acted in?
Alastair Sim has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Alastair Sim?
Other notable films include "Scrooge", "Inspector Hornleigh", and "Alf's Button Afloat".