Jack Melford
ActingJack Melford Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Jack Melford reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 39 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Jack Melford's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 18% of Jack Melford'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 Ladykillers, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Jack Melford Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Jack Melford's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Jack Melford has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1971 | Lust for a Vampire | Bishop | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | Doctor Who: The Myth Makers | Menelaus | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | Three Clear Sundays | Judge | Flop | Similar → |
| 1964 | A Home of Your Own | Telephone engineer | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | A Shot in the Dark | The Psycho-Analyst | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | What Every Woman Wants | Dr. Falcon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1962 | Gang War | Reilly | Flop | Similar → |
| 1961 | The Fourth Square | Stewart | Flop | Similar → |
| 1961 | The Gentle Terror | Inspector Miles | Flop | Similar → |
| 1961 | Follow That Man | Lars Toren | Flop | Similar → |
| 1960 | Compelled | Grimes | Flop | Similar → |
| 1960 | Feet of Clay | Soames | Flop | Similar → |
| 1957 | The End of the Line | Inspector Gates | Flop | Similar → |
| 1957 | Just My Luck | Surgeon (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Guilty? | Court Official | Flop | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Ladykillers | Detective (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Background | Mackay | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Warning to Wantons | Maurice Lugard | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | My Brother Jonathan | Dr. Martock | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | When You Come Home | Dr. Dormer Franklyn | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | The October Man | Wilcox | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Laughing Lady | Lord Barrymore | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | They Met in the Dark | Defence Lawyer at Court Martial (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Theatre Royal | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Spare a Copper | Dame | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Briggs Family | Jerry Tulse | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Crook's Tour | Desert Bus Tour Guide (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | It's in the Air | Lt. Terry, pilot | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Hold My Hand | Pop Currie | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Command Performance | The Journalist | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Let's Make a Night of It | Count Castelli | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Jump for Glory | Thompson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Radio Lover | Reggie Clifford | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Birds of a Feather | Rudolph | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Department Store | Bob Burge Goodman | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Honeymoon for Three | Raymond Dirk | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Look Up and Laugh | Journalist | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | Night of the Garter | Kenneth Warwick | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | The Sport of Kings | Sir Reginald Toothill | Flop | Similar → |
Jack Melford - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Jack Melford?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jack Melford is "The Ladykillers" with a rating of 7.3/10.
How many movies has Jack Melford acted in?
Jack Melford has been featured in at least 39 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Jack Melford?
Other notable films include "A Shot in the Dark", "Doctor Who: The Myth Makers", and "The Laughing Lady".