John Hollis
ActingAbout John Hollis
John Hollis was an English actor. He played the role of Lobot in Star Wars Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back and the German porter at the chateau in The Dirty Dozen. He appeared in the classic 1978 film Superman as one of the Elders of Krypton, and reprised his role in the 1980 theatrical version of Superman II. He also played the role of Ernst Stavro Blofeld in the cold open of the 1981 James Bond film For Your Eyes Only, going uncredited due to the controversy over the film rights and characters of Thunderball. In this sequence, his character was famously lifted from a wheelchair and dropped to his death down a chimney stack by Bond after he had attempted to kill Bond by using a remote control link to Bond's MI6 helicopter. Hollis also took the role of Sondergaard in the Jon Pertwee era of Doctor Who in the story The Mutants, and appeared in The Avengers episode The Cybernauts as a sensei and also in The Tomorrow People. John Hollis was a versatile character actor for BBC Radio. Notable roles include Magwitch in Great Expectations, Leonard Bast in Howards End, Conan Doyle's Inspector Lestrade and Shakespeare's Bardolph.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of John Hollis reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 23 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Adventure
The majority of John Hollis's filmography leans towards the Adventure 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 35% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), John Hollis remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Empire Strikes Back, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best John Hollis Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from John Hollis's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of John Hollis.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | Thomas and the Magic Railroad | Gordon (voice) (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | Esther | Harbona | Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | The Great Kandinsky | Cannonball | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | Superman IV: The Quest for Peace | Russian General 3 (Kremlin) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Valhalla | Hymer (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | James Bond: The First 21 Years | Ernst Stavro Blofeld (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | For Your Eyes Only | Ernst Stavro Blofeld | Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | Superman II | Krypton Elder | Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | Flash Gordon | Klytus Observer No. 2 | Average | Similar → |
| 1980 | The Empire Strikes Back | Lando's Aide | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | Superman | 4th Elder | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | The Adventure of Sherlock Holmes' Smarter Brother | Moriarty's Gunman | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | Captain Kronos: Vampire Hunter | Barman | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | The Adventures Of Don Quixote | 1st Prisoner | Flop | Similar → |
| 1973 | Ghost in the Noonday Sun | Kanaris | Flop | Similar → |
| 1972 | Doctor Who: The Mutants | Sondergaard | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | Detective Waiting | Blond | Flop | Similar → |
| 1971 | Creatures the World Forgot | Masked Attacker | Flop | Similar → |
| 1970 | Freelance | Hartley | Flop | Similar → |
| 1968 | On the Run | Baldy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | The Dirty Dozen | German Porter at Chateau (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | Casino Royale | Fred (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1966 | Low Water | Narrator | Flop | Similar → |
John Hollis - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of John Hollis?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring John Hollis is "The Empire Strikes Back" with a rating of 8.4/10.
How many movies has John Hollis acted in?
John Hollis has been featured in at least 23 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by John Hollis?
Other notable films include "The Dirty Dozen", "Doctor Who: The Mutants", and "Superman".