David Ryall
ActingAbout David Ryall
David John Ryall (January 5, 1935 – December 25, 2014) was an English stage, film and television character actor. He had leading roles in Lytton's Diary and Goodnight Sweetheart, as well as memorable roles in Dennis Potter's The Singing Detective and Andrew Davies's adaptation of To Play the King. He also portrayed Billy Buzzle in the ITV sitcom Bless Me, Father and Frank in the BBC sitcom Outnumbered.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of David Ryall 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: Drama
The majority of David Ryall'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 34% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), David Ryall remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Elephant Man, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best David Ryall Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from David Ryall's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of David Ryall.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Mr. Turner | Footman | Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Automata | Dominic Hawk | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | The Tractate Middoth | Dr Thomas Rant | Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Quartet | Harry | Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | Hysteria | Judge | Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1 | Elphias Doge | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | City of Ember | Chief Builder | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | Clapham Junction | Vicar | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | The Worst Journey in the World | Curator | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | Pickles: The Dog Who Won the World Cup | Meriweather | Flop | Similar → |
| 2004 | Around the World in 80 Days | Lord Salisbury | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | Byron | Sir Ralph Milbanke | Flop | Similar → |
| 2003 | Blackball | Giles Wilton | Flop | Similar → |
| 2003 | Lucky Jim | Stanley | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | Two Men Went To War | Winston Churchill | Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | Unconditional Love | Funeral Director | Average | Similar → |
| 2002 | Bertie and Elizabeth | Winston Churchill | Average | Similar → |
| 2002 | The Cicerones | Figure in Pulpit | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | Mad Cows | Man outside Harrods | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | Black Eyes | Grandad | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Restoration | Lord Bathurst | Average | Similar → |
| 1995 | Carrington | Mayor | Average | Similar → |
| 1995 | Mrs Hartley and the Growth Centre | Dr Simmonds | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | Milner | Dave Stiles | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | Fatherland | Administrator Kruger | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | Giorgino | Professor Beaumont | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | Black Beauty | Carriagemaker | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | The Entertainer | Bill | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Justice | englischer Minister | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | Shuttlecock | Pound | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | The Secret Agent | Wurme | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Running Late | Wicks | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | One Against the Wind | Dumont, Mary's Lawyer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Truly Madly Deeply | George | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | The Russia House | Colonial Type | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | Who Bombed Birmingham? | Dr. Frank Skuse | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | The Woman in Black | Sweetman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | The Saint: The Brazilian Connection | Teal | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | Wilt | Rev. Froude | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | Starlings | Mr James | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | Fords on Water | Mister Jack | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | Walter | Mr. Richards | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | Drake's Venture | Sir Francis Wisingham | Average | Similar → |
| 1980 | The Elephant Man | Man With Whores | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | 'Tis Pity She's a Whore | Richardetto | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | Dreams of Leaving | Drunk Journalist | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | The Knowledge | Titanic Walters | Average | Similar → |
| 1977 | Black Joy | Butcher | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | The Dance of Death | Sentry | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | Much Ado About Nothing | The Sexton | Average | Similar → |
David Ryall - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of David Ryall?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring David Ryall is "The Elephant Man" with a rating of 8.1/10.
How many movies has David Ryall acted in?
David Ryall has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by David Ryall?
Other notable films include "The Secret Agent", "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1", and "The Tractate Middoth".