Claire Nielson
ActingAbout Claire Nielson
Claire Nielson (née Isbister; born 8 April 1937) is a Scottish actress primarily known for her television roles. On television, she played the wife of the belligerent American guest, Mr. Hamilton, in the "Waldorf Salad" episode of Fawlty Towers, appeared as Jean 'Porridge' Carter, Geoffrey Stock's secretary, in the popular 1960s crime series Ghost Squad and played the wife of Rikki Fulton's character in many sketches of the Scottish Hogmanay show Scotch and Wry from 1978 until 1993. Other TV credits include Warship, Sutherland's Law, Upstairs, Downstairs, Monarch of the Glen, The Brothers, The Two Ronnies, Take The High Road, Z-Cars, Special Branch, Thriller and Taggart. She also appeared as Barbara Grant in the 1971 film version of Kidnapped, opposite Michael Caine and Trevor Howard.and an episode of Whatever Happened to the Likely Lads.
Claire Nielson Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Claire Nielson reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 14 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Claire Nielson's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 43% of Claire Nielson'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 Double Scotch & Wry, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Claire Nielson Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Claire Nielson's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Claire Nielson has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Rikki | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | A Is for Acid | Amy McSwan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Rikki Fulton - Prince of Pochlers in Scotch & Wry 4 | Various | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Triple Scotch & Wry | Various | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Double Scotch & Wry | Various | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Scotch & Wry | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | Degree of Uncertainty | Diana | Flop | Similar → |
| 1976 | Clay, Smeddum and Greenden | Ellen Simpson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | The Crazy Kill | Hilary | Flop | Similar → |
| 1971 | Kidnapped | Barbara Grant | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | Orkney | Ingi | Flop | Similar → |
| 1965 | The Wild Affair | Perfume Saleslady | Flop | Similar → |
| 1962 | Backfire! | Valentina Chenko | Flop | Similar → |
| 1961 | The Kitchen | Waitress | Hit | Similar → |
Claire Nielson - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Claire Nielson?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Claire Nielson is "Double Scotch & Wry" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Claire Nielson acted in?
Claire Nielson has been featured in at least 14 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Claire Nielson?
Other notable films include "Scotch & Wry", "Rikki", and "Clay, Smeddum and Greenden".