What is Basil Henson's latest movie?

Basil Henson's most recent film is "Shadey" (1985).

Is Basil Henson a good actor?

Basil Henson has an average audience rating of 2.2/10 across 21 films on movieMx, with standout performances in Darling, Quest for Love, Cromwell.

Basil Henson

Q: What is the best movie of Basil Henson?

According to audience ratings on movieMx, the best movie starring Basil Henson is "Darling" with a rating of 6.7/10.

Q: How many movies has Basil Henson acted in?

Basil Henson has been featured in at least 21 major films. Their complete ranked filmography is listed on this page.

Acting

Updated: Apr 11, 2026

21Total Films

6.7 Highest Rated

Born: Jul 31, 1918

Birth Place: London, England, UK

Basil Henson Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Basil Henson reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 21 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Basil Henson's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 14% of Basil Henson's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.

One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Darling, which stands out as a key performance.

Best Basil Henson Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Basil Henson's career based on audience ratings.

★6.7

★6.7

Darling: Diana, a beautiful but shallow and easily distracted model and failed actress, toys with the affections of several men w

Darling

1965•Drama

★6.6

★6.6

Quest for Love: After a scientific experiment goes horribly wrong during a demonstration, a scientist finds himself trapped in an altern

Quest for Love

1971•Romance

★6.5

★6.5

Cromwell: Disgusted with the policies of King Charles I, Oliver Cromwell plans to take his family to the New World. But on the eve

Cromwell

1970•Drama

★6.0

★6.0

The Double: A man who has been left for dead by the impostor who takes his place returns to bring him to justice.

The Double

1963•Mystery

★5.9

★5.9

Dr. Crippen: A British physician stands trial for murdering his wife after he and his mistress are captured while fleeing to Canada.

Dr. Crippen

1963•Drama

Full Filmography

Every movie Basil Henson has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1985	Shadey	The Bishop	Flop	Similar →
1977	Silver Blaze	Colonel Ross	Flop	Similar →
1973	The Final Programme	Dr. Lucas	Flop	Similar →
1973	An Echo of Theresa	Charles Merrow	Flop	Similar →
1972	The Breaking of Colonel Keyser	Oxted	Flop	Similar →
1971	Quest for Love	Doctor (uncredited)	Hit	Similar →
1970	The Dolly Scene	Hunter	Flop	Similar →
1970	Cromwell	Hacker	Hit	Similar →
1968	A Beast with Two Backs	The Inspector	Flop	Similar →
1968	Number Ten	Charles Baldon	Flop	Similar →
1968	Never Mind How We Got Here, Where Are We?	Oliver Manson	Flop	Similar →
1967	The Investigation	Witness	Flop	Similar →
1966	The Frozen Dead	Dr. Tirpitz	Flop	Similar →
1966	Frankenstein Mark 2	George Preston	Flop	Similar →
1965	Darling	Alec Prosser-Jones	Hit	Similar →
1965	Change Partners	Cedric Gallen	Flop	Similar →
1965	Johnson Over Jordan	The Stranger	Flop	Similar →
1963	Dr. Crippen	Mr. Arditti	Average	Similar →
1963	Drama '63: A Well Dressed Man	Salesman	Flop	Similar →
1963	The Double	Derreck Alwyn	Average	Similar →
1957	Inside Information	-	Flop	Similar →

Basil Henson - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Basil Henson?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Basil Henson is "Darling" with a rating of 6.7/10.

How many movies has Basil Henson acted in?

Basil Henson has been featured in at least 21 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Basil Henson?

Other notable films include "Quest for Love", "Cromwell", and "The Double".