Harry Landis
ActingAbout Harry Landis
Harry Landis was a British actor with a long career in British television and film. He began acting with London's politically minded Unity Theatre and was elected as President of Equity, the British actors' union, in July 2002. He was best known for films such as A Hill in Korea, Dunkirk, Bitter Victory, and Edge of Tomorrow, and numerous TV credits including EastEnders and Friday Night Dinner. He died at the age of 90 on September 12th, 2022.
Harry Landis Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Harry Landis reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 32 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Harry Landis's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 31% of Harry Landis'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 Go for a Take, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Harry Landis Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Harry Landis's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Harry Landis has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Friday Night Dinner: 10 Years and a Lovely Bit of Squirrel | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Edge of Tomorrow | Old Man 3 | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | The Discovery of Heaven | Ibrahim | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | Wall of Silence | Moishe Smelker | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | A Wall of Silence | Moishe Smelker | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | Journey of No Return | Conductor | Average | Similar → |
| 1992 | The Grass Arena | Kaufman | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | One Last Chance | Alfie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | Edge of Sanity | Coroner | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | The Caucasian Chalk Circle | Alleko/Governor/Farmer 1/Peasant Husband/Peasant Neighbour | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | Braces High | Gomez Lopez | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | The Mayor's Charity | Jourdemayne Griffiths | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | Oy Vay Maria | Lionel | Flop | Similar → |
| 1976 | Bar Mitzvah Boy | Solly | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | Ransom | Lookout Pilot | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | Soap Opera in Stockwell | Joan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1972 | Go for a Take | Maurice | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | Thrills Galore | Frank | Flop | Similar → |
| 1972 | The Villa Maroc | Inspector Fazil | Flop | Similar → |
| 1963 | The Informers | Hicks (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | Billy Liar | Man on Train (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | Doctor in Distress | Mum's Diner Customer (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1963 | Calculated Risk | Charlie | Average | Similar → |
| 1963 | The Small World of Sammy Lee | Lucky Dave's Clumsy Barman | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | The Longest Day | British Soldier (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Private Potter | LCpl. Lamb | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | Operation Bullshine | Gunner Wilkinson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | Desert Mice | German Soldier (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Further Up the Creek | Webster | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Dunkirk | Dr. Levy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Bitter Victory | Private Browning | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | A Hill in Korea | Pvt. Rabin | Hit | Similar → |
Harry Landis - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Harry Landis?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Harry Landis is "Go for a Take" with a rating of 8.5/10.
How many movies has Harry Landis acted in?
Harry Landis has been featured in at least 32 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Harry Landis?
Other notable films include "The Grass Arena", "Friday Night Dinner: 10 Years and a Lovely Bit of Squirrel", and "Edge of Tomorrow".