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Jimmy Thompson

Acting
Freshness: Jan 20, 2026
15Total Films
7.2 Highest Rated
Born: Oct 30, 1925
Birth Place: Halifax, Yorkshire, England, UK

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Jimmy Thompson reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 15 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Comedy

The majority of Jimmy Thompson'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), Jimmy Thompson remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Band of Thieves, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Jimmy Thompson Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Jimmy Thompson's career based on audience ratings.

★7.2
Band of Thieves (1962) movie poster
★7.2

Band of Thieves: A group of prisoners are encouraged to form a jazz band and vow to go straight when they are released to tour the countr

Band of Thieves

1962•Crime
★6.8
Those Magnificent Men in Their Flying Machines or How I Flew from London to Paris in 25 Hours 11 Minutes (1965) movie poster
★6.8

Those Magnificent Men in Their Flying Machines or How I Flew from London to Paris in 25 Hours 11 Minutes: In order to boost circulation of his newspaper, Lord Rawnsley announces an air race and offers £10,000 to the first pers

Those Magnificent Men in Their Flying Machines or How I Flew from London to Paris in 25 Hours 11 Minutes

1965•Comedy
★6.2
Raising the Wind (1961) movie poster
★6.2

Raising the Wind: 'Carry On' director Gerald Thomas helms this comedy caper featuring early appearances by James Robertson Justice, Sid Ja

Raising the Wind

1961•Comedy
★6.2
Carry On Regardless (1961) movie poster
★6.2

Carry On Regardless: After a bunch of no-hopers approaches an employment agency, the anarchy mounts as they do a series of odd jobs, includin

Carry On Regardless

1961•Comedy
★6.2
No Love for Johnnie (1961) movie poster
★6.2

No Love for Johnnie: Johnnie Byrne is a member of the British Parliament. In his 40s, he's feeling frustrated with his life and his personal

No Love for Johnnie

1961•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Jimmy Thompson.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1978 Waterbikes Mayor Flop Similar →
1977 That's Carry On! Sam Turner (archive footage) (uncredited) Average Similar →
1970 Doctor in Trouble Dr. Houston Flop Similar →
1968 Iolanthe Thomas, Earl Tolloller Flop Similar →
1968 Thark Ronny Gamble Flop Similar →
1965 Those Magnificent Men in Their Flying Machines or How I Flew from London to Paris in 25 Hours 11 Minutes Photographer Hit Similar →
1964 Carry On Jack Admiral Horatio Nelson Average Similar →
1962 Band of Thieves Dandy Hit Similar →
1962 Carry On Cruising Sam Turner Average Similar →
1961 Raising the Wind Alex Spendlove Average Similar →
1961 Carry On Regardless Mr. Delling Average Similar →
1961 No Love for Johnnie Sheilah's Party Guest (uncredited) Average Similar →
1960 Doctor in Love Doctor (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1959 The Man Who Liked Funerals Lt. Alistair Hunter Flop Similar →
1958 The Whole Truth First Assistant Average Similar →

Jimmy Thompson - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Jimmy Thompson?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jimmy Thompson is "Band of Thieves" with a rating of 7.2/10.

How many movies has Jimmy Thompson acted in?

Jimmy Thompson has been featured in at least 15 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Jimmy Thompson?

Other notable films include "Those Magnificent Men in Their Flying Machines or How I Flew from London to Paris in 25 Hours 11 Minutes", "Raising the Wind", and "Carry On Regardless".