Donald Wolfit
ActingDonald Wolfit Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Donald Wolfit reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 38 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Donald Wolfit's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 16% of Donald Wolfit'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 Lawrence of Arabia, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Donald Wolfit Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Donald Wolfit's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Donald Wolfit has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1968 | Decline and Fall ...of a Birdwatcher | Dr. Augustus Fagan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1968 | The Charge of the Light Brigade | 'Macbeth' | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Sandwich Man | Car Salesman | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | Life at the Top | Abe Brown | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | 90° in the Shade | Bažant (Auditor #1) | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | Becket | Bishop Folliot | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | Dr. Crippen | R.D. Muir (as Sir Donald Wolfit) | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | Lawrence of Arabia | General Murray | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | The Mark | Clive | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | The Hands of Orlac | Professor Volchett | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | The House of the Seven Hawks | Inspector Van Der Stoor | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | The Rough and the Smooth | Lord Drewell | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | The Angry Hills | Dr. Stergion | Flop | Similar → |
| 1958 | Room at the Top | Mr. Brown | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Blood of the Vampire | Doctor Callistratus | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | I Accuse! | Gen. Mercier | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Master Builder | Halvard Solness | Flop | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Traitor | Colonel Price | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Satellite in the Sky | Prof. Merrity | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | Guilty? | Judge | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Man in the Road | Prof. Cattrell | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | A Man on the Beach | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | A Prize of Gold | Alfie Stratton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1954 | Svengali | Svengali | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Isn't Life Wonderful! | Willie, the boy's uncle | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Ringer | Dr. Lomond | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Pickwick Papers | Sergeant Buzfuz | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | England's Shakespeare | Hamlet | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Claydon Treasure Mystery | Executive | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Calling the Tune | Dick Finlay | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Late Extra | Inspector Greville | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Checkmate | Jack Barton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Silent Passenger | Henry Camberley | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Drake of England | Thomas Doughty | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Hyde Park Corner | George Francis Howard | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | Death at Broadcasting House | Sydney Parsons | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Inasmuch... | St. Francis | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | Down River | - | Flop | Similar → |
Donald Wolfit - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Donald Wolfit?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Donald Wolfit is "Lawrence of Arabia" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Donald Wolfit acted in?
Donald Wolfit has been featured in at least 38 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Donald Wolfit?
Other notable films include "Becket", "The Traitor", and "Room at the Top".