James Snell - Actor Profile

James Snell

Acting
Updated: Apr 14, 2026
12Total Films
7.6 Highest Rated

James Snell Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of James Snell reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 12 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 33% of James Snell'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 Gandhi, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best James Snell Movies Ranked

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

★7.6
Gandhi (1982) movie poster
★7.6

Gandhi: In the early years of the 20th century, Mohandas K. Gandhi, a British-trained lawyer, forsakes all worldly possessions t

Gandhi

1982•Drama
★7.6
Doctor Who: The Dæmons (1971) movie poster
★7.6

Doctor Who: The Dæmons: On the eve of May Day, dark elemental forces begin to disturb the village of Devil's End as the Master summons the demon

Doctor Who: The Dæmons

1971•Sci-Fi
★7.2
A Bridge Too Far (1977) movie poster
★7.2

A Bridge Too Far: The story of Operation Market Garden—a failed attempt by the allies in the latter stages of WWII to end the war quickly

A Bridge Too Far

1977•Drama
★6.7
Sid and Nancy (1986) movie poster
★6.7

Sid and Nancy: January 1978. After their success in England, the punk rock band Sex Pistols venture out on their tour of the southern U

Sid and Nancy

1986•Drama
★5.9
The Lovers! (1973) movie poster
★5.9

The Lovers!: Reprising the television series roles which first made them household names, Richard Beckinsale and Paula Wilcox star as

The Lovers!

1973•Comedy

Full Filmography

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

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1992 God on the Rocks Morgan Flop Similar →
1988 Thin Air George Fletcher Flop Similar →
1987 Shoreleave Briggs Flop Similar →
1986 Sid and Nancy Edward Hit Similar →
1985 Plenty Vincent Tampan Average Similar →
1984 Supergirl Argonian Citizen Flop Similar →
1982 Gandhi Court Reporter Super Hit Similar →
1982 Life After Death Dick Flop Similar →
1980 The Godsend London Doctor Flop Similar →
1977 A Bridge Too Far Soldier Hit Similar →
1973 The Lovers! Doctor Average Similar →
1971 Doctor Who: The Dæmons Harry Super Hit Similar →

James Snell - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of James Snell?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring James Snell is "Gandhi" with a rating of 7.6/10.

How many movies has James Snell acted in?

James Snell has been featured in at least 12 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by James Snell?

Other notable films include "Doctor Who: The Dæmons", "A Bridge Too Far", and "Sid and Nancy".

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