Charles Hawtrey
ActingAbout Charles Hawtrey
George Frederick Joffre Hartree, known as Charles Hawtrey, was an English comedy actor and musician. Beginning at an early age as a boy soprano, he made several records before moving on to radio. His later career encompassed the theatre, the cinema, through the Carry On films, and television.
Charles Hawtrey Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Charles Hawtrey reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Charles Hawtrey's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 38% of Charles Hawtrey'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 Smart Alec, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Charles Hawtrey Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Charles Hawtrey's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Charles Hawtrey has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | What's a Carry On? | Various Characters (archive footage) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | The Plank | Co-Driver | Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | Carry On Abroad | Mr. Eustace Tuttle | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | Carry On Matron | Dr. Francis A. Goode | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | Carry On at Your Convenience | Mr. Charles Coote | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | Carry On Henry | Sir Roger de Lodgerley | Average | Similar → |
| 1970 | Carry On Again Christmas | Long John Silver / Old Blind Pew / Night Watchman / Nipper the Flipper | Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | Carry On Loving | Mr. James Bedsop | Average | Similar → |
| 1970 | Carry On Up the Jungle | Walter Bagley | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | Carry On Christmas | Choir Singer / Goose Thief / Angel / Spirit of Christmas Past / Gloria / Buttons | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | Carry On Again Doctor | Dr. Ernest Stoppidge | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | Carry On Camping | Mr. Charlie Muggins | Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | Carry On Up the Khyber | Private Jimmy Widdle | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | Carry On Doctor | Mr. Barron | Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | Follow That Camel | Captain Gerrard Le Pice | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | Don't Lose Your Head | Duc de Pommfrit | Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | Carry On Screaming! | Dan Dann | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | Carry On Cowboy | Chief Big Heap | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | Carry On Cleo | Seneca | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Carry On Spying | Agent Charlie Bind | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | Carry On Jack | Walter Sweetley | Average | Similar → |
| 1963 | Carry On Cabby | Terry "Pintpot" Tankard | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | What a Whopper | Arnold | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | Dentist on the Job | Mr. Roper | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | Carry On Regardless | Gabriel Dimple | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | Carry On Constable | Special Constable Timothy Gorse | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | Inn for Trouble | Silas Withering | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Please Turn Over | Jeweller | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | Carry On Teacher | Mr. Michael Bean | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | Carry On Nurse | Humphrey Hinton | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | I Only Arsked | Pvt. 'Professor' Hatchett | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Carry On Sergeant | Private Peter Golightly | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | The March Hare | Fisher | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Man of the Moment | Play Director (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Simon and Laura | Railway Porter | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | As Long as They're Happy | Man in Hippodrome Audience | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Brandy for the Parson | George Crumb | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Hammer the Toff | Cashier | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Galloping Major | Lew Rimmel | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Smart Alec | Farr | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Room to Let | Mike Atkinson | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Passport to Pimlico | Bert Fitch | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | A Canterbury Tale | Thomas Duckett | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Much Too Shy | Art Student | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Let the People Sing | Young Orton | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Goose Steps Out | Max | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Ghost of St. Michael's | Percy Thorne | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Where's That Fire | Woodley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Good Morning, Boys! | Septimus | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Sabotage | Studious Youngster (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
Charles Hawtrey - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Charles Hawtrey?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Charles Hawtrey is "Smart Alec" with a rating of 8.5/10.
How many movies has Charles Hawtrey acted in?
Charles Hawtrey has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Charles Hawtrey?
Other notable films include "What's a Carry On?", "As Long as They're Happy", and "The Plank".