Fred Griffiths
ActingAbout Fred Griffiths
Fred Griffiths was born on March 8, 1912 in Ludlow, Shropshire, England as Frederick David Griffiths. He was an actor, known for To Sir, with Love (1967), Steptoe and Son(1972) and The Cruel Sea (1953). He was married to Emily Sadler. He died on August 27, 1994 in London, England. He was a fireman based in Chelsea during the war and broke into acting by accident. He played a taxi driver in no less than 20 films and appeared in over 100 in total. He died a widower and left one son. Often played taxi drivers and was indeed a qualified London Taxi Driver, who kept his badge and worked as a taxi driver between filming jobs. He appeared in a wartime documentary film, and someone saw his character appeal and started a new career. Appeared in a television commercial on top of Saint Paul's Cathederal in 1973 with Chris Sullivan.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Fred Griffiths reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Fred Griffiths's filmography leans towards the Comedy 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 58% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Fred Griffiths remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Next to No Time, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Fred Griffiths Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Fred Griffiths's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Fred Griffiths.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | What's a Carry On? | Taxi Driver (archive footage) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | Steptoe & Son | Barman | Average | Similar → |
| 1970 | Perfect Friday | Taxi Driver | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | To Sir, with Love | Mr. Clark | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | The Early Bird | Man in Lift (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | The Big Job | Dustman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Ring of Spies | News Vendor (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | A Stitch in Time | Lorry Driver (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | Murder at the Gallop | Landlord (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | On the Beat | Cabbie (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Carry On Regardless | Taxi Driver | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | No Love for Johnnie | Taxi Driver (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | There Was a Crooked Man | Taxi Driver | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | Light Up the Sky! | Mr Jennings | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | The Battle of the Sexes | 1st Porter | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | I'm All Right Jack | Charlie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Left Right and Centre | a Billingsgate porter | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | No Trees in the Street | Street Orator | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | Carry On Nurse | Ambulance Man | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | The Captain's Table | Plumber (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Square Peg | Lorry Driver (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Horse's Mouth | Man Delivering Sculpture Block (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | A Cry from the Streets | Mr. Joe Hodges | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Next to No Time | Customer | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Dunkirk | Old Sweat | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Barnacle Bill | Bus Driver | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Just My Luck | Alfie (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Up in the World | Steve (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Sailor Beware | Taxi Driver | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Long Arm | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | 23 Paces to Baker Street | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Lost | Gamble (Uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Ladykillers | Junk Man (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | One Good Turn | Shouting Boxing Spectator (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Carrington V.C. | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Doctor in the House | Taxi Driver (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Bang! You're Dead | Milche | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | A Day to Remember | Barman on Ferry | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Genevieve | Ice Cream Seller (Uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Turn the Key Softly | Newspaper Seller (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Final Test | Taxi Driver | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Cruel Sea | Gracey | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | I Believe in You | Crump | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Pool of London | Sailor on Barge (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Double Confession | The Spiv | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Passport to Pimlico | Spiv | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Huggetts Abroad | Taxi Driver (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | It Always Rains on Sunday | Sam | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Fires Were Started | Johnny Daniels (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Nine Men | Base Sergeant (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
Fred Griffiths - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Fred Griffiths?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Fred Griffiths is "Next to No Time" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Fred Griffiths acted in?
Fred Griffiths has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Fred Griffiths?
Other notable films include "What's a Carry On?", "On the Beat", and "The Early Bird".