Colin Higgins
ActingAbout Colin Higgins
Colin Higgins was a British actor famous for many appearances on British television. In 1977 Higgins was cast as Wedge Antilles in Star Wars and appears in the role for one scene only. The reason for this is that Higgins was fired after a day of filming because he was having difficulty recalling his lines. He was replaced by Dennis Lawson, who went on to have great success in the role, whilst Higgins' performance went uncredited as 'Rebel Pilot'. For many years he was known by fans as 'Fake Wedge' until a retcon finally gave his character a unique name and backstory, that of Colonel Takbright.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Colin Higgins reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 15 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Colin Higgins'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 33% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Colin Higgins remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Star Wars, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Colin Higgins Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Colin Higgins's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Colin Higgins.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street | Elixir Sniffing Customer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Murder East - Murder West | Stiller | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | Here Is the News | Frank | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | Death of a Son | Solicitor | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Hope and Glory | Clive's Pal | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Lace 2 | Mayor's Assistant | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | The Zany Adventures of Robin Hood | Irving | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | And the Ship Sails On | Il Capo della Polizia | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | That Summer! | Probation Officer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | Star Wars | Rebel Pilot, Col. Takbright (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | The Chauffeur | Policeman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1975 | The Naked Civil Servant | Thumbnails | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | The Philanthropist | John | Flop | Similar → |
| 1975 | Diane | Kevin | Flop | Similar → |
| 1973 | Blooming Youth | Jim | Flop | Similar → |
Colin Higgins - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Colin Higgins?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Colin Higgins is "Star Wars" with a rating of 8.2/10.
How many movies has Colin Higgins acted in?
Colin Higgins has been featured in at least 15 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Colin Higgins?
Other notable films include "And the Ship Sails On", "Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street", and "Hope and Glory".