James Garbutt - Actor Profile

James Garbutt

Acting
Updated: Apr 10, 2026
10Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Dec 9, 1925
Birth Place: Houghton-le-Spring, Durham, England, UK

About James Garbutt

James Garbutt was born in 1925 in Houghton-le-Spring, Durham, England, UK. He was an actor, known for Superman (1978), When the Boat Comes In (1976) and The Onedin Line (1971). He died on April 5, 2020 in Kingston-upon-Thames, Surrey, England, UK.

Known For: Acting

James Garbutt Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of James Garbutt reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 10 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 40% of James Garbutt'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 Fishing Party, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best James Garbutt Movies Ranked

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

★10.0
The Fishing Party (1972) movie poster
★10.0

The Fishing Party: Three miners plan a weekend fishing.

The Fishing Party

1972•Drama
★8.8
Doctor Who: Genesis of the Daleks (1975) movie poster
★8.8

Doctor Who: Genesis of the Daleks: The Time Lords dispatch the Doctor to the past of the planet Skaro on his deadliest adventure yet — to prevent the creat

Doctor Who: Genesis of the Daleks

1975•Sci-Fi
★7.2
Superman (1978) movie poster
★7.2

Superman: Mild-mannered Clark Kent works as a reporter at the Daily Planet alongside his crush, Lois Lane. Clark must summon his s

Superman

1978•Sci-Fi
★6.7
The Thirty Nine Steps (1978) movie poster
★6.7

The Thirty Nine Steps: The year is 1914 and Richard Hannay, Mining Engineer who is visiting Britain for a short time before returning to South

The Thirty Nine Steps

1978•Mystery
★6.1
High Heels and Low Lifes (2001) movie poster
★6.1

High Heels and Low Lifes: Two friends are drawn into a seedy underworld of extortion and violence when they try to blackmail a gang of bank robber

High Heels and Low Lifes

2001•Action

Full Filmography

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

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2002 Night Flight Geordie Average Similar →
2001 High Heels and Low Lifes Mr. Winters Average Similar →
1997 King Leek Grandpa Cromer Flop Similar →
1991 The Black Velvet Gown Doctor Pritchard Flop Similar →
1981 The Union John Byrne Flop Similar →
1978 Superman 5th Elder Hit Similar →
1978 The Thirty Nine Steps Miller Hit Similar →
1975 The Healing Jackie Flop Similar →
1975 Doctor Who: Genesis of the Daleks Ronson Super Hit Similar →
1972 The Fishing Party Fisherman Super Hit Similar →

James Garbutt - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of James Garbutt?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring James Garbutt is "The Fishing Party" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has James Garbutt acted in?

James Garbutt has been featured in at least 10 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by James Garbutt?

Other notable films include "Doctor Who: Genesis of the Daleks", "Superman", and "The Thirty Nine Steps".

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