Basil Radford
ActingAbout Basil Radford
Arthur Basil Radford (25 June 1897 – 20 October 1952) was an English character actor who featured in many British films of the 1930s and 1940s. He is probably best remembered for his appearances alongside Naunton Wayne as one half of Charters and Caldicott, two cricket-obsessed Englishmen who appeared in several films from 1938 to 1949, most famously in Alfred Hitchcock's The Lady Vanishes.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Basil Radford 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 Basil Radford'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 24% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Basil Radford remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Lady Vanishes, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Basil Radford Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Basil Radford's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Basil Radford.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1951 | The Galloping Major | Major Arthur Hill | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | White Corridors | Retired Civil Servant | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Ha'penny Breeze | Shopkeeper (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Chance of a Lifetime | Dickinson | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Passport to Pimlico | Gregg | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Helter Skelter | Maj. Bright (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Whisky Galore! | Captain Paul Waggett | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Stop Press Girl | The Mechanical Type | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | It's Not Cricket | Maj. Bright | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Quartet | Henry Garnet (segment "The Facts of Life") | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Winslow Boy | Desmond Curry | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | A Girl in a Million | Prendergast | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Captive Heart | Major Ossy Dalrymple | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Dead of Night | George Parratt (Segment "The Golfing Story") | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Way to the Stars | 'Tiny' Williams | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Twilight Hour | Lord Chetwood | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Dear Octopus | Kenneth | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Millions Like Us | Charters | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | London Scrapbook | Himself | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Unpublished Story | Lamb | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Next of Kin | Careless Talker on Train | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Flying Fortress | Captain Wilkinson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Room for Two | Robert Spencer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Flying Squad | Sederman | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Crook's Tour | Hawtrey Charters | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Night Train to Munich | Charters | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Girl in the News | Doctor Threadgrove | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Just William | Mr. Sidway | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Girl Who Forgot | Mr. Barradine | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Secret Journey | John Richardson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Four Just Men | (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Jamaica Inn | Lord George | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | She Couldn't Say No | Lord Pilton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Spies of the Air | Bill Madison | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Let's Be Famous | Watson | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Trouble Brewing | Guest at Madame Berdi's | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Climbing High | Reggie Baird | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Lady Vanishes | Charters | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Convict 99 | Deputy Governor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Captain's Orders | Murdoch | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Young and Innocent | Erica's Uncle Basil | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Jump for Glory | Defending Counsel | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Dishonour Bright | Henry Crane | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Broken Blossoms | Mr. Reed | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Foreign Affaires | Basil Mallory (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | A Southern Maid | Tom | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | Leave It to Smith | Sir John Moynton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | There Goes the Bride | Rudolph (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1930 | Seven Days Leave | Corporal | Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | Barnum Was Right | Standish | Flop | Similar → |
Basil Radford - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Basil Radford?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Basil Radford is "The Lady Vanishes" with a rating of 7.4/10.
How many movies has Basil Radford acted in?
Basil Radford has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Basil Radford?
Other notable films include "Night Train to Munich", "Dead of Night", and "Seven Days Leave".