Ian Bannen
ActingAbout Ian Bannen
Ian Bannen (29 June 1928 – 3 November 1999) was a Scottish character actor and occasional leading man.
Ian Bannen Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Ian Bannen 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 Ian Bannen's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 50% of Ian Bannen'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 Prodigal, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Ian Bannen Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Ian Bannen's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Ian Bannen has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | Taliesin Jones | Billy | Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | Best | Sir Matt Busby | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | Waking Ned | Jackie O'Shea | Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Braveheart | Robert Bruce Sr. | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Damage | Edward Lloyd | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | The Treaty | David Lloyd George | Average | Similar → |
| 1991 | Speaking of the Devil | Luzifer | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | Perry Mason: The Case of the Desperate Deception | Otto Rosen | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | The Fifteen Streets | Peter Bracken | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | George's Island | Captain Waters | Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Hope and Glory | Grandfather George | Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Defence of the Realm | Dennis Markham | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | Gorky Park | Iamskoy | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | The Prodigal | Riley Wyndham | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Gandhi | Senior Police Officer Fields | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Night Crossing | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1981 | Eye of the Needle | Godliman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde | Oliver Utterson | Average | Similar → |
| 1980 | The Watcher in the Woods | John Keller | Average | Similar → |
| 1978 | The Inglorious Bastards | Col. Charles Thomas Buckner | Average | Similar → |
| 1977 | Sweeney! | Charles Baker, MP | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | Bite the Bullet | Sir Harry Norfolk | Average | Similar → |
| 1974 | The Gathering Storm | Adolf Hitler | Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | Identikit | Bill | Average | Similar → |
| 1974 | From Beyond the Grave | Christopher Lowe | Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | The MacKintosh Man | Slade | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | The Offence | Kenneth Baxter | Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | Doomwatch | Dr. Shaw | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | Fright | Brian | Average | Similar → |
| 1970 | The Deserter | Cpt. Crawford | Average | Similar → |
| 1970 | Jane Eyre | St. John Rivers | Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | Too Late the Hero | Pvt. Jock Thornton | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | The Flight of the Phoenix | Crow | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | Rotten to the Core | Lt. Percy Vine | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | The Hill | Harris | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Psyche 59 | Paul | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | Macbeth | Macduff | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | On Friday at Eleven | Kitson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Suspect | Alan Andrews | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | A French Mistress | Colin Crane The Headmaster's Son | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | Carlton-Browne of the F.O. | Young King Loris | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Behind the Mask | Alan Crabtree | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | She Didn't Say No! | Peter Howard | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | A Tale of Two Cities | Gabelle | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Birthday Present | Junior Customs Officer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Yangtse Incident: The Story of H.M.S. Amethyst | Able Seaman Bannister | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Long Arm | The Young Workman - Stanley James | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Private's Progress | Private Horrocks | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Dark Avenger | French Night (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Pool of London | Garage attendant (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
Ian Bannen - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Ian Bannen?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ian Bannen is "The Prodigal" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Ian Bannen acted in?
Ian Bannen has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Ian Bannen?
Other notable films include "Braveheart", "Gandhi", and "The Hill".