Carole Ann Ford - Actor Profile

Carole Ann Ford

Acting
Freshness: Jan 29, 2026
50Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Jun 16, 1940

About Carole Ann Ford

Carole Ann Lillian Ford (née Higgins; born 16 June 1940) is a British actress best known for her roles as Susan Foreman in the BBC science fiction television series Doctor Who, and as Bettina in the 1962 film adaptation of The Day of the Triffids.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Carole Ann Ford reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Sci-Fi

The majority of Carole Ann Ford's filmography leans towards the Sci-Fi 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 44% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Carole Ann Ford remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Myth Runner, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Carole Ann Ford Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Carole Ann Ford's career based on audience ratings.

★10.0
Myth Runner (1987) movie poster
★10.0

Myth Runner: A spoof of Blade Runner, built around bloopers and outtakes from the Myth Makers series of videos, featuring interviews

Myth Runner

1987•Comedy
★8.5
Doctor Who: Origins (2006) movie poster
★8.5

Doctor Who: Origins: A 55-minute documentary, detailing the creation of Doctor Who, including a rare interview with creator Sydney Newman, an

Doctor Who: Origins

2006•Documentary
★8.0
Doctor Who at the Proms (2013) movie poster
★8.0

Doctor Who at the Proms: Doctor Who returns to the Proms to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the popular BBC series. As well as showcasing Murra

Doctor Who at the Proms

2013•Music
★8.0
Creation of the Daleks (2006) movie poster
★8.0

Creation of the Daleks: The cast and crew's memories of the creation of the Daleks and the making of The Daleks.

Creation of the Daleks

2006•Documentary
★8.0
Inside the Spaceship: The Story of the TARDIS (2006) movie poster
★8.0

Inside the Spaceship: The Story of the TARDIS: A feature on Doctor Who: The Beginning box set which tells the stories of the Doctor's time machine - the TARDIS.

Inside the Spaceship: The Story of the TARDIS

2006•Documentary

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Carole Ann Ford.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2025 Doctor Who: Wish World & The Reality War Susan Foreman Flop Similar →
2023 Doctor Who: The Daleks in Colour Susan Foreman (archive footage) Average Similar →
2017 The Doctors: The William Hartnell Years - Flop Similar →
2013 The Five(ish) Doctors Reboot Self Super Hit Similar →
2013 An Adventure in Space and Time Joyce Super Hit Similar →
2013 Doctor Who at the Proms Self - Special Guest Appearance Super Hit Similar →
2012 Don't Lose Your Head: The Making of 'The Reign of Terror' Herself Flop Similar →
2012 Vision On Susan Foreman (archive footage) Flop Similar →
2010 Daleks! Conquer and Destroy Self Super Hit Similar →
2009 The Sets of Marinus Susan Foreman (archive footage) Flop Similar →
2008 Celebration: Doctor Who in 1983 - Flop Similar →
2008 The Ties That Bind Us Susan Foreman (archive footage) Flop Similar →
2006 Creation of the Daleks Susan Foreman (archive footage) Super Hit Similar →
2006 Doctor Who: Origins Self Super Hit Similar →
2006 Inside the Spaceship: The Story of the TARDIS Self / Susan Foreman Super Hit Similar →
2006 Masters of Sound Susan Foreman (archive footage) Super Hit Similar →
2006 Over the Edge: The Story of 'The Edge of Destruction' Self / Susan Foreman Hit Similar →
2003 The Story of Doctor Who - Flop Similar →
2001 Then & Now - Flop Similar →
1999 Soul's Ark Stella Grant Flop Similar →
1998 Lust in Space Self Flop Similar →
1995 The Making of Shakedown: Return of the Sontarans - Flop Similar →
1994 Shakedown: Return of the Sontarans Zorelle Average Similar →
1993 30 Years in the TARDIS Herself Super Hit Similar →
1993 Doctor Who: Dimensions in Time Susan Foreman Flop Similar →
1987 Myth Runner Herself Super Hit Similar →
1984 Doctor Who: Resurrection of the Daleks Susan Foreman (archive footage) (uncredited) Super Hit Similar →
1983 Doctor Who: The Five Doctors Susan Foreman Super Hit Similar →
1976 The Incredible Sarah Women (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1975 The Hiding Place Woman Hit Similar →
1967 Dial M for Murder - Average Similar →
1967 The Man Outside Cindy Flop Similar →
1966 The Great St. Trinian's Train Robbery - Average Similar →
1964 Doctor Who: The Dalek Invasion of Earth Susan Foreman Super Hit Similar →
1964 Doctor Who: Planet of Giants Susan Foreman Hit Similar →
1964 Doctor Who: The Reign of Terror Susan Foreman Average Similar →
1964 Doctor Who: The Sensorites Susan Foreman Flop Similar →
1964 Doctor Who: The Aztecs Susan Foreman Super Hit Similar →
1964 Doctor Who: The Keys of Marinus Susan Foreman Average Similar →
1964 Doctor Who: Marco Polo Susan Foreman Hit Similar →
1964 Doctor Who: The Edge of Destruction Susan Foreman Average Similar →
1964 Doctor Who: The Daleks Susan Foreman Hit Similar →
1963 Doctor Who: An Unearthly Child Susan Foreman Hit Similar →
1963 The Day of the Triffids Bettina Average Similar →
1963 The Punch and Judy Man Girl in Kiosk Super Hit Similar →
1963 The Punch and Judy Man Girl in Seaside Kiosk (Uncredited) Super Hit Similar →
1962 Mix Me a Person Jen Average Similar →
1960 The Night We Got the Bird Schoolgirl (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1959 Horrors of the Black Museum Teen in Hall of Mirrors (uncredited) Average Similar →
1948 The Last Load - Flop Similar →

Carole Ann Ford - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Carole Ann Ford?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Carole Ann Ford is "Myth Runner" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Carole Ann Ford acted in?

Carole Ann Ford has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Carole Ann Ford?

Other notable films include "Doctor Who: Origins", "Doctor Who at the Proms", and "Creation of the Daleks".