Robert James - Actor Profile

Robert James

Acting
Freshness: Jan 21, 2026
29Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Mar 28, 1924
Birth Place: Paisley, Scotland, UK

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Robert James reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 29 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Robert James'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 38% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Robert James remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in John Wycliffe: The Morning Star, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Robert James Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Robert James's career based on audience ratings.

★10.0
John Wycliffe: The Morning Star (1984) movie poster
★10.0

John Wycliffe: The Morning Star: This affecting biography chronicles the life and times of prominent European philosopher John Wycliffe, who was the firs

John Wycliffe: The Morning Star

1984•Drama
★8.1
Doctor Who: The Power of the Daleks (1966) movie poster
★8.1

Doctor Who: The Power of the Daleks: Following the Doctor's regeneration into a new, younger body, the TARDIS lands at an Earth colony on the planet Vulcan i

Doctor Who: The Power of the Daleks

1966•Sci-Fi
★7.0
Thirteen to Centaurus (1965) movie poster
★7.0

Thirteen to Centaurus: Interstellar travel at sub-light speeds: the enormous distances, isolation from human culture and the aching loneliness

Thirteen to Centaurus

1965•Sci-Fi
★7.0
The Power of the Daleks: Special Edition (2020) movie poster
★7.0

The Power of the Daleks: Special Edition: Patrick Troughton stars in this recreation of a lost classic from 1966. The TARDIS brings the Doctor, Polly and Ben to

The Power of the Daleks: Special Edition

2020
★6.8
Cold Comfort Farm (1995) movie poster
★6.8

Cold Comfort Farm: In this adaptation of the satirical British novel, Flora Poste, a plucky London society girl orphaned at age 19, finds a

Cold Comfort Farm

1995•Comedy

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Robert James.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2020 The Power of the Daleks: Special Edition Lesterson Hit Similar →
1996 On Dangerous Ground Jack Tanner Flop Similar →
1995 Cold Comfort Farm Mr. McKnag Hit Similar →
1993 Soft Top Hard Shoulder Campbell Average Similar →
1984 And the Wall Came Tumbling Down Father Ambrey Flop Similar →
1984 John Wycliffe: The Morning Star Bishop Courtenay Super Hit Similar →
1982 Northern Lights Duncan Flop Similar →
1981 John Diamond David Jones Flop Similar →
1979 Ike Capt. Burns Average Similar →
1978 The Four Feathers John, the Butler Hit Similar →
1976 Doctor Who: The Masque of Mandragora High Priest Hit Similar →
1973 The Monkey's Paw Mr. Granger Flop Similar →
1973 Captain Kronos: Vampire Hunter Pointer Average Similar →
1971 Mary, Queen of Scots John Knox Hit Similar →
1971 Orkney Spence Flop Similar →
1969 Bam! Pow! Zap! Dr. Gossard Flop Similar →
1968 The Love Bug Driver Hit Similar →
1968 The Fanatics Assesseur Flop Similar →
1966 Doctor Who: The Power of the Daleks Lesterson Super Hit Similar →
1966 The Last Invasion - Flop Similar →
1965 Thirteen to Centaurus Dr. Kersh Hit Similar →
1965 The Trial and Torture of Sir John Rampayne Denzil Trafford Flop Similar →
1964 The Blackmailing of Mr. S Angus Kendrick Flop Similar →
1960 Two-Way Stretch Police Superintendent Hit Similar →
1959 After the Show Victor Liebig Flop Similar →
1959 The Bridal Path Inspector Average Similar →
1958 I Can Destroy the Sun James Cartright Flop Similar →
1957 When We Are Married The Rev. Clement Mercer Flop Similar →
1956 Around the World in 80 Days Extra (uncredited) Hit Similar →

Robert James - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Robert James?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Robert James is "John Wycliffe: The Morning Star" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Robert James acted in?

Robert James has been featured in at least 29 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Robert James?

Other notable films include "Doctor Who: The Power of the Daleks", "Thirteen to Centaurus", and "The Power of the Daleks: Special Edition".