Christopher Chittell
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Chris Chittell is an English actor, best known for his role as Eric Pollard in ITV's Emmerdale, a part that he has played since 1986. He is now the longest serving character having played Pollard for 31 years and, in 2016, Chittell married Emmerdale co-star Lesley Dunlop. He had previously been married to Caroline Hunt, with whom he has two children with. From 1968 to 1973 he had a lead role in the TV series The Freewheelers. His films include To Sir, With Love, The Charge of the Light Brigade, Zulu Dawn, Golden Rendezvous, A Game For Vultures, The Last Valley, The Beast in the Cellar, The Raging Moon and The Weekend Murders. He also has uncredited roles in If... and The Wild Geese, and appeared in a number of Swedish sex films in the 1970s as Charles Canyon. These include Swedish Sex Games (aka The Intruders and Let Us Play Sex) in 1975 (which also featured a young Stellan Skarsgård), and Sex in Sweden and Practice Makes Perfect (aka Girl on Her Knees) in 1977.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Christopher Chittell reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 21 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Christopher Chittell's filmography leans towards the Drama 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), Christopher Chittell remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Corriedale, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Christopher Chittell Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Christopher Chittell's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Christopher Chittell.
Christopher Chittell - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Christopher Chittell?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Christopher Chittell is "Corriedale" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Christopher Chittell acted in?
Christopher Chittell has been featured in at least 21 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Christopher Chittell?
Other notable films include "To Sir, with Love", "The Wild Geese", and "Molly".