David Buck
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. David Buck (October 17, 1936—January 27, 1989) was an English actor. His most famous role was in the 1978 animated The Lord of the Rings movie, for which he provided the voice of Gimli. However, he had a memorable role as Royal Air Force Squadron Leader David "Scotty" Scott in the 1969 film Mosquito Squadron opposite David McCallum when his character was shot down during a low-level bombing raid over northern France in 1944 and assumed killed. Buck died of cancer in 1989. At the time of his death, he was married to the actress Madeline Smith of Up Pompeii and James Bond fame. Description above from the Wikipedia article David Buck, licensed under CC-BY-SA,full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
David Buck Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of David Buck reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 24 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of David Buck's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 25% of David Buck'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 The Cherry Orchard, which stands out as a key performance.
Best David Buck Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from David Buck's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie David Buck has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | The Dark Crystal | Slave Master (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | Cry Freedom | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1980 | The Trial of Lady Chatterley | Richard Hoggart | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | Chance of a Lifetime | Major Ian Anderson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1979 | Henry V | Earl of Westmoreland | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | Henry IV Part 2 | Earl of Westmoreland | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | Henry IV Part 1 | Earl of Westmoreland | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | The Lord of the Rings | Gimli (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | The Portable Phonograph | The Musician | Flop | Similar → |
| 1973 | 1939 | Wilson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1969 | Taste of Excitement | Paul Hedley | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | Mosquito Squadron | Sqn. Ldr. David Scott (Scotty) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1969 | Target Generation | Jon Hoff | Flop | Similar → |
| 1968 | Deadfall | Salinas | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | The Mummy's Shroud | Paul Preston | Flop | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Sandwich Man | Steven | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Open Door | Richard Beckett / Host | Flop | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Fall of the House of Usher | Richard Beckett | Flop | Similar → |
| 1965 | The World of George Orwell: 1984 | Winston Smith | Flop | Similar → |
| 1964 | Drama '64/Studio '64: A Wicked World | Tanner | Flop | Similar → |
| 1963 | Dr. Syn, Alias the Scarecrow | Harry Banks | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | As You Like It | Oliver | Flop | Similar → |
| 1962 | The Cherry Orchard | Yasha | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Bachelor of Hearts | Student at Lecture (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
David Buck - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of David Buck?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring David Buck is "The Cherry Orchard" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has David Buck acted in?
David Buck has been featured in at least 24 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by David Buck?
Other notable films include "Henry IV Part 2", "The Dark Crystal", and "Henry IV Part 1".