Derek Royle

Acting

Freshness: Jan 23, 2026

8Total Films

6.5 Highest Rated

Born: Sep 7, 1928

Birth Place: Redditch, Worcestershire, England, UK

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Derek Royle reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 8 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Comedy

The majority of Derek Royle'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 13% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Derek Royle remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Magical Mystery Tour, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Derek Royle Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Derek Royle's career based on audience ratings.

★6.5

Magical Mystery Tour (1967) movie poster

★6.5

Magical Mystery Tour: While on a coach tour, The Beatles and a few dozen friends experience strange happenings caused by magicians.

Magical Mystery Tour

1967•Music

★6.3

★6.3

Death Watch: In a future world where the disease has been finally defeated and everything can be sold, even the crude spectacle of de

Death Watch

1980•Drama

★4.8

The End of Arthur's Marriage (1965) movie poster

★4.8

The End of Arthur's Marriage: In this off-beat musical – a satire that combines fantasy, social observation and songs – a working class man goes to pu

The End of Arthur's Marriage

1965•Music

★4.4

Confessions of a Sex Maniac (1974) movie poster

★4.4

Confessions of a Sex Maniac: A prominent architect, Sir Bernard Storm, has accepted a lecture tour in the USA when he receives an offer, from Austral

Confessions of a Sex Maniac

1974•Drama

★3.6

Don't Just Lie There, Say Something! (1973) movie poster

★3.6

Don't Just Lie There, Say Something!: Based on the hit play. A British Government Minister puts forward a bill to battle filth in the UK but that doesn't stop

Don't Just Lie There, Say Something!

1973•Comedy

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Derek Royle.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1988	Indiscreet	Lawford	Flop	Similar →
1986	The Come-Uppance of Captain Katt	The Professor/Frank Lucas	Flop	Similar →
1980	Death Watch	Dave Matthieson	Average	Similar →
1974	Confessions of a Sex Maniac	Sir Bernard Storm	Flop	Similar →
1973	Don't Just Lie There, Say Something!	Potts	Flop	Similar →
1968	Work Is a 4-Letter Word	Briggs	Flop	Similar →
1967	Magical Mystery Tour	Jolly Jimmy	Hit	Similar →
1965	The End of Arthur's Marriage	Taxi Driver	Flop	Similar →

Derek Royle - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Derek Royle?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Derek Royle is "Magical Mystery Tour" with a rating of 6.5/10.

How many movies has Derek Royle acted in?

Derek Royle has been featured in at least 8 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Derek Royle?

Other notable films include "Death Watch", "The End of Arthur's Marriage", and "Confessions of a Sex Maniac".