James Copeland - Actor Profile

James Copeland

Acting
Updated: Apr 11, 2026
25Total Films
7.1 Highest Rated
Born: May 1, 1918
Birth Place: Helensburgh, Scotland, UK

About James Copeland

James Copeland was a Scottish actor. His film career included Mackay in The Seekers, the ship's mate in The Maggie, Rockets Galore!, a police constable in The 39 Steps, Farewell Performance, Torture Garden, and the guide in The Private Life of Sherlock Holmes

Known For: ActingIndustry Veteran

James Copeland Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of James Copeland reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 25 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of James Copeland's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 12% of James Copeland'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 Tunes of Glory, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best James Copeland Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from James Copeland's career based on audience ratings.

★7.1
Tunes of Glory (1960) movie poster
★7.1

Tunes of Glory: Following World War II in peacetime Scotland, brigade headquarters replaces commanding officer Major Jock Sinclair, a bo

Tunes of Glory

1960•Drama
★6.8
The Private Life of Sherlock Holmes (1970) movie poster
★6.8

The Private Life of Sherlock Holmes: When a bored Sherlock eagerly takes the case of Gabrielle Valladon following an attempt on her life, the search for her

The Private Life of Sherlock Holmes

1970•Adventure
★6.5
Doctor Who: The Krotons (1969) movie poster
★6.5

Doctor Who: The Krotons: The TARDIS arrives on the unnamed planet of the Gonds, who are ruled and taught in a form of self-perpetuating slavery b

Doctor Who: The Krotons

1969•Sci-Fi
★6.3
The 'Maggie' (1954) movie poster
★6.3

The 'Maggie': The poor, elderly—and the wily, when it comes to parting those who can afford it from their money—Scottish skipper of a

The 'Maggie'

1954•Comedy
★6.0
Rockets Galore (1958) movie poster
★6.0

Rockets Galore: The inhabitants of Todday are content to live their lives in peace and quiet, until, that is, the government decides the

Rockets Galore

1958•Comedy

Full Filmography

Every movie James Copeland has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2002 Ultimate Fights from the Movies Sam (Crossing the Line) (archive footage) Flop Similar →
1990 The Big Man Sam Flop Similar →
1988 Substance of Dreams Jason Flop Similar →
1985 Brigadista - Flop Similar →
1982 The Privilege Minister Flop Similar →
1979 Shakespeare's Mounted Foot - Flop Similar →
1977 The Three Hostages Kennedy Flop Similar →
1974 If Only We Had the Space Narrator Flop Similar →
1971 The Shattered Eye Randall Flop Similar →
1971 Orkney Sabiston Flop Similar →
1970 The Private Life of Sherlock Holmes Guide Hit Similar →
1969 Beach Head Oliver MacDonald Flop Similar →
1969 Doctor Who: The Krotons Selris Hit Similar →
1968 The Big Catch Mr. Cameron Flop Similar →
1967 Queen of Scots - Flop Similar →
1963 Farewell Performance Andrews Flop Similar →
1960 Tunes of Glory Officer Hit Similar →
1958 Rockets Galore Kenny Mcleod Average Similar →
1955 You Lucky People! Jim Campbell Flop Similar →
1955 Sailor Beware! Carnoustie Bligh, AB Flop Similar →
1954 Mask of Dust Johnny Jackson, mechanic Flop Similar →
1954 The Seekers Mackay Average Similar →
1954 The 'Maggie' The Mate Average Similar →
1953 Innocents in Paris Andy MacGregor Flop Similar →
1953 Laxdale Hall Fisherman Average Similar →

James Copeland - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of James Copeland?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring James Copeland is "Tunes of Glory" with a rating of 7.1/10.

How many movies has James Copeland acted in?

James Copeland has been featured in at least 25 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by James Copeland?

Other notable films include "The Private Life of Sherlock Holmes", "Doctor Who: The Krotons", and "The 'Maggie'".

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