Ian Hendry
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Ian Hendry (13 January 1931 – 24 December 1984) was an English film and television actor. He is best known for his work on several British TV series of the early 1960s such as The Avengers, and for his roles in 1970s films such as Get Carter (1971). Description above from the Wikipedia article Ian Hendry, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Ian Hendry reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 44 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Ian Hendry'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 23% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Ian Hendry remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Hill, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Ian Hendry Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Ian Hendry's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Ian Hendry.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | McVicar | Hitchens | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | The Bitch | Thrush Feather | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | Crest of a Wave | Nifty | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | Damien - Omen II | Michael Morgan (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1976 | Intimate Games | Uncle Rodney | Flop | Similar → |
| 1975 | The Passenger | Martin Knight | Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | A Killer with Two Faces | Terry Spelling / Bob Spelling | Flop | Similar → |
| 1974 | The Internecine Project | Alex Hellman | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | Assassin | The Assassin | Flop | Similar → |
| 1973 | Captain Kronos: Vampire Hunter | Kerro | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | Theatre of Blood | Peregrine Devlin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | A Splinter of Ice | Tony | Flop | Similar → |
| 1972 | Tales from the Crypt | Carl Maitland | Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | The Jerusalem File | Mayers | Flop | Similar → |
| 1972 | All Coppers Are... | Sonny Wade | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | Get Carter | Eric | Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | The McKenzie Break | Major Perry | Average | Similar → |
| 1970 | The High Game | Paul Venniker | Flop | Similar → |
| 1969 | Doppelgänger | John Kane | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | The Southern Star | Karl | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | Vendetta for The Saint | Alessandro Destamio | Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | The Tycoon | Guy Taylor | Flop | Similar → |
| 1968 | Cry WoIf | Hobson | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | Los traidores de San Ángel | Thomas Nick | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | Casino Royale | (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | The Crossfire | Paul Du Pre | Flop | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Sandwich Man | Policeman Motor Cycle | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | Miss Julie | Jean | Flop | Similar → |
| 1965 | The Hill | Staff Sergeant Williams | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | Repulsion | Michael | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | The Beauty Jungle | Don Mackenzie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1964 | This Is My Street | Harry King | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | Children of the Damned | Col Tom Llewellyn | Average | Similar → |
| 1963 | Girl in the Headlines | Inspector Birkett | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | Afternoon of a Nymph | David Simpson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1962 | Live Now - Pay Later | Albert | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | The Ginger Man | Sebastian Dangerfield | Flop | Similar → |
| 1960 | Alice Through the Looking Box | Dr. Geoffrey Brent | Flop | Similar → |
| 1960 | In the Nick | Ted Ross | Flop | Similar → |
| 1960 | Sink the Bismarck! | Meteorological Officer on 'King George V' (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Room at the Top | Cyril | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Secret Place | Man Inside (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Up in the World | Commando Sergeant (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Simon and Laura | Bit Part (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
Ian Hendry - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Ian Hendry?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ian Hendry is "The Hill" with a rating of 7.5/10.
How many movies has Ian Hendry acted in?
Ian Hendry has been featured in at least 44 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Ian Hendry?
Other notable films include "Repulsion", "The Passenger", and "Get Carter".