James Fox
ActingAbout James Fox
William Fox (born 19 May 1939), known professionally as James Fox, is an English actor. He appeared in several notable films of the 1960s and early 1970s, including King Rat, The Servant, Thoroughly Modern Millie and Performance, before quitting the screen for several years to be an evangelical Christian. He has since appeared in a wide range of film and television productions.
James Fox Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of James Fox 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 James Fox's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 56% of James Fox'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 Sun Child, which stands out as a key performance.
Best James Fox Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from James Fox's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie James Fox has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | The Souvenir: Part II | Narrator Patrick's Musical | Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | The Double | The Colonel | Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Effie Gray | Sir Charles Eastlake | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | W.E. | King George V | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | The Kid | Alan | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | Sherlock Holmes | Sir Thomas Rotheram | Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | Bunny and the Bull | Narrator | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | Red Riding: The Year of Our Lord 1980 | Philip Evans | Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | Mister Lonely | The Pope | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Celebration | Richard | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | Goodbye Mr Snuggles | Mr. Tomly | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Charlie and the Chocolate Factory | Mr. Salt | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Colditz | Lt. Colonel Fordham | Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | The Prince & Me | King Haraald | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | Doctor Who: Shada | Professor Chronotis (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | The Falklands Play | Rt Hon Peter, 6th Baron Carrington KCMG MC (Foreign Secretary) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | The Lost World | Prof. Summerlee | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | Sexy Beast | Harry | Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | Blind Loyalty, Hollow Honor: England's Fatal Flaw | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | The Remains of the Day: The Filmmaker's Journey | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | The Golden Bowl | Colonel Bob Assingham | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | The Making of a Mobster: 'Mickey Blue Eyes' | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | Jinnah | Mountbatten | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Anna Karenina | Karenin | Average | Similar → |
| 1995 | The Old Curiosity Shop | Single Gentleman | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | An Audience with Ken Dodd | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | The Remains of the Day | Lord Darlington | Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Patriot Games | Lord William Holmes | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | A Question of Attribution | Sir Anthony Blunt | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | The Russia House | Ned | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | Farewell to the King | Col. Ferguson | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | The Mighty Quinn | Thomas Elgin | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | Sun Child | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Comrades | William Norfolk, Governor of New South Wales | Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | A Passage to India | Richard Fielding | Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | Greystoke: The Legend of Tarzan, Lord of the Apes | Lord Charles Esker | Average | Similar → |
| 1981 | Country | Philip Carlion | Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | Performance | Chas | Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | Sympathy for the Devil | Self (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1968 | Duffy | Stefane Calvert | Average | Similar → |
| 1968 | Isadora | Gordon Craig | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | Arabella | Giorgio | Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | Thoroughly Modern Millie | Jimmy Smith | Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Chase | Jason 'Jake' Rogers | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | King Rat | Peter Marlowe | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | Those Magnificent Men in Their Flying Machines or How I Flew from London to Paris in 25 Hours 11 Minutes | Richard Mays | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | The Servant | Tony | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | The Loneliness of the Long Distance Runner | Willy Gunthorpe - Ranley School Runner (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Miniver Story | Toby Miniver | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Magnet | Johnny Brent | Average | Similar → |
James Fox - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of James Fox?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring James Fox is "Sun Child" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has James Fox acted in?
James Fox has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by James Fox?
Other notable films include "An Audience with Ken Dodd", "The Servant", and "The Remains of the Day".