David Ryall
ActingAbout David Ryall
David John Ryall (January 5, 1935 – December 25, 2014) was an English stage, film and television character actor. He had leading roles in Lytton's Diary and Goodnight Sweetheart, as well as memorable roles in Dennis Potter's The Singing Detective and Andrew Davies's adaptation of To Play the King. He also portrayed Billy Buzzle in the ITV sitcom Bless Me, Father and Frank in the BBC sitcom Outnumbered.
David Ryall Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of David Ryall 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 David Ryall's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 36% of David Ryall'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 Elephant Man, which stands out as a key performance.
Best David Ryall Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from David Ryall's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie David Ryall has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Mr. Turner | Footman | Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Automata | Dominic Hawk | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | The Tractate Middoth | Dr Thomas Rant | Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Quartet | Harry | Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | Hysteria | Judge | Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1 | Elphias Doge | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | City of Ember | Chief Builder | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | Clapham Junction | Vicar | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | The Worst Journey in the World | Curator | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | Pickles: The Dog Who Won the World Cup | Meriweather | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | The League of Gentlemen's Apocalypse | Tom Tit | Average | Similar → |
| 2004 | Around the World in 80 Days | Lord Salisbury | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | Byron | Sir Ralph Milbanke | Flop | Similar → |
| 2003 | Blackball | Giles Wilton | Flop | Similar → |
| 2003 | Lucky Jim | Stanley | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | Two Men Went To War | Winston Churchill | Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | Unconditional Love | Funeral Director | Average | Similar → |
| 2002 | Bertie and Elizabeth | Winston Churchill | Average | Similar → |
| 2002 | The Cicerones | Figure in Pulpit | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | Mad Cows | Man outside Harrods | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | Black Eyes | Grandad | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Restoration | Lord Bathurst | Average | Similar → |
| 1995 | Carrington | Mayor | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | Milner | Dave Stiles | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | Fatherland | Administrator Kruger | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | Giorgino | Professor Beaumont | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | Black Beauty | Carriagemaker | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | The Entertainer | Bill | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Justice | englischer Minister | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | Shuttlecock | Pound | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | The Secret Agent | Wurme | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Running Late | Wicks | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | One Against the Wind | Dumont, Mary's Lawyer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Truly Madly Deeply | George | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | The Russia House | Colonial Type | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | Who Bombed Birmingham? | Dr. Frank Skuse | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | The Woman in Black | Sweetman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | The Saint: The Brazilian Connection | Teal | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | Wilt | Rev. Froude | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | Starlings | Mr James | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | Fords on Water | Mister Jack | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | Walter | Mr. Richards | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | Drake's Venture | Sir Francis Wisingham | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | The Elephant Man | Man With Whores | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | 'Tis Pity She's a Whore | Richardetto | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | Dreams of Leaving | Drunk Journalist | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | The Knowledge | Titanic Walters | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | Black Joy | Butcher | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | The Dance of Death | Sentry | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | Much Ado About Nothing | The Sexton | Average | Similar → |
David Ryall - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of David Ryall?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring David Ryall is "The Elephant Man" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has David Ryall acted in?
David Ryall has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by David Ryall?
Other notable films include "The Secret Agent", "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1", and "The Tractate Middoth".