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David Allister

Acting
Updated: Apr 18, 2026
9Total Films
7.0 Highest Rated

David Allister Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of David Allister reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 9 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 11% of David Allister'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 Doctor Who: The Leisure Hive, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best David Allister Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from David Allister's career based on audience ratings.

★7.0
Doctor Who: The Leisure Hive (1980) movie poster
★7.0

Doctor Who: The Leisure Hive: Romana fancies a proper holiday and convinces the Doctor to visit the leisure planet Argolis, where a takeover by the Ar

Doctor Who: The Leisure Hive

1980•Sci-Fi
★6.3
The Discovery of Heaven (2001) movie poster
★6.3

The Discovery of Heaven: Disappointed with humanity, God wants to revoke his contract with humanity and wants to take back the stone tablets cont

The Discovery of Heaven

2001•Drama
★4.9
The Jigsaw Man (1983) movie poster
★4.9

The Jigsaw Man: Philip Kimberly, the former head of the British Secret Service who defected to Russia, is given plastic surgery and sent

The Jigsaw Man

1983•Thriller
★4.7
Doctor Who: Terror of the Vervoids (1986) movie poster
★4.7

Doctor Who: Terror of the Vervoids: As evidence for the defense at his ongoing trial, the Doctor presents an adventure from his future when he is travelling

Doctor Who: Terror of the Vervoids

1986•Drama
★4.3
The Statue (1971) movie poster
★4.3

The Statue: Bolt, a British linguist, develops a universal language, so he's a sudden sensation and receives a Nobel prize. An ambit

The Statue

1971•Comedy

Full Filmography

Every movie David Allister has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2001 The Discovery of Heaven Neurologist Average Similar →
1986 Doctor Who: Terror of the Vervoids Bruchner Flop Similar →
1983 The Jigsaw Man Sgt. Lloyd Flop Similar →
1980 Doctor Who: The Leisure Hive Stimson Hit Similar →
1976 The Face of Darkness The Undead Flop Similar →
1976 For Services to Myself Chris Maddison Flop Similar →
1974 The Firefighters Jordan Flop Similar →
1971 The Uninvited Fuller Flop Similar →
1971 The Statue Mr. Westbury Flop Similar →

David Allister - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of David Allister?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring David Allister is "Doctor Who: The Leisure Hive" with a rating of 7.0/10.

How many movies has David Allister acted in?

David Allister has been featured in at least 9 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by David Allister?

Other notable films include "The Discovery of Heaven", "The Jigsaw Man", and "Doctor Who: Terror of the Vervoids".

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