Matthew Guinness
ActingAbout Matthew Guinness
Matthew Guinness (born 6 June 1940) is an English actor. He portrayed the part of the Farmer in the 1976 film Nuts in May, appears in Ridley Scott's The Duellists (1977) and had a small role in 1986's Lady Jane. He has also worked extensively in theatre. Matthew is the only child of British actor, Sir Alec Guinness.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Matthew Guinness reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 17 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Matthew Guinness'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 29% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Matthew Guinness remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Duellists, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Matthew Guinness Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Matthew Guinness's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Matthew Guinness.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | Lady Jane | Dr. Owen | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Plenty | SOE Man | Average | Similar → |
| 1985 | The Bride | 1st Patron | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Time Trouble | Stoller | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Wetherby | Randall | Average | Similar → |
| 1981 | Friends and Other Lovers | Willie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | S.O.S. Titanic | Father Byles | Average | Similar → |
| 1980 | Lifelike | Martin, TV writer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | The Duellists | Mayor's Son | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | It's Only Rock 'n' Roll | Insp. Martin | Flop | Similar → |
| 1976 | Nuts in May | Farmer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | Luther | Reading Knight | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | The 14 | Reporter | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | Achilles Heel | Pete Colwyn | Flop | Similar → |
| 1970 | One Day in the Life of Ivan Denisovich | Kilgas | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | The Virgin Soldiers | Maj Cusper | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Card | Denry as a Boy | Hit | Similar → |
Matthew Guinness - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Matthew Guinness?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Matthew Guinness is "The Duellists" with a rating of 7.2/10.
How many movies has Matthew Guinness acted in?
Matthew Guinness has been featured in at least 17 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Matthew Guinness?
Other notable films include "Nuts in May", "Lady Jane", and "The Card".