Jack Hawkins
ActingAbout Jack Hawkins
John Edward Hawkins, CBE was an English actor who worked on stage and in film from the 1930s until the 1970s. One of the most popular British film stars of the 1950s, he was best known for his portrayal of military men in films like Angels One Five (1951), The Cruel Sea (1953), Bridge on the River Kwai (1957), Ben Hur (1959) and Lawrence of Arabia (1962).
Jack Hawkins Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Jack Hawkins reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Jack Hawkins's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 52% of Jack Hawkins'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 Jack Hawkins Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Jack Hawkins's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Jack Hawkins has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1973 | Theatre of Blood | Solomon Psaltery | Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | Young Winston | Mr. Welldon | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | Kidnapped | Captain Hoseason | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | Nicholas and Alexandra | Count Fredericks | Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | Jane Eyre | Mr. Brocklehurst | Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | Waterloo | General Sir Thomas Picton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | Monte Carlo or Bust! | Count Levinovitch | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | Oh! What a Lovely War | Emperor Franz Josef | Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | Great Catherine | The British Ambassador | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Poppy Is Also a Flower | General Bahar | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | Lord Jim | Marlow | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Guns at Batasi | Colonel Deal | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | The Third Secret | Sir Frederick Belline | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | Zulu | Rev. Otto Witt | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Lawrence of Arabia | General Allenby | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | The League of Gentlemen | Hyde | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Ben-Hur | Quintus Arrius | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Two-Headed Spy | Gen. Alex Schottland | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Gideon's Day | Insp. George Gideon | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Bridge on the River Kwai | Maj. Warden | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Fortune Is a Woman | Oliver Branwell | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Man in the Sky | John Mitchell | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Long Arm | Supt Tom Halliday | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Touch and Go | Jim Fletcher | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Land of the Pharaohs | Pharaoh Khufu | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Prisoner | The Interrogator | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Intruder | Wolf Merton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Twice Upon a Time | Dr. Mathews | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Malta Story | Air CO Frank | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Cruel Sea | Ericson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Planter's Wife | Jim Frazer | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Mandy | Dick Searle | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Angels One Five | Group Captain 'Tiger' Small | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Home at Seven | Dr. Sparling | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Pathway Into Light | Narrator | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | No Highway in the Sky | Dennis Scott | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Fortune in Diamonds | Pieter Brandt | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Elusive Pimpernel | Prince of Wales | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | State Secret | Colonel Galcon | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Black Rose | Tristram Griffin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Small Back Room | R.B. Waring | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Fallen Idol | Detective Ames | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Flying Squad | Mark McGill | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Who Goes Next? | Beck | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Beauty and the Barge | Lt. Seton Boyne | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Peg of Old Drury | Michael O'Taffe | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Death at Broadcasting House | Herbert Evans | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Autumn Crocus | Alaric | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | A Shot in the Dark | Norman Paull | Average | Similar → |
| 1930 | Birds of Prey | Alfred | Average | Similar → |
Jack Hawkins - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Jack Hawkins?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jack Hawkins is "Lawrence of Arabia" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Jack Hawkins acted in?
Jack Hawkins has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Jack Hawkins?
Other notable films include "Ben-Hur", "The Bridge on the River Kwai", and "Zulu".