John Alderton
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia John Alderton (born 27 November 1940) is an English actor who is best known for his roles in Upstairs, Downstairs, Thomas & Sarah and Please Sir!. Alderton has often starred alongside his wife, Pauline Collins. Description above from the Wikipedia article John Alderton, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
John Alderton Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of John Alderton reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 21 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of John Alderton's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 19% of John Alderton'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 Mrs Caldicot's Cabbage War, which stands out as a key performance.
Best John Alderton Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from John Alderton's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie John Alderton has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | Brandmand Sam - I En God Sags Tjeneste | Fireman Sam | Flop | Similar → |
| 2003 | Calendar Girls | John Clarke | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Mrs Caldicot's Cabbage War | Hawksmor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Clockwork Mice | Swaney | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Character Building | Narrator (voice) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Keeping Tom Nice | Doug | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Mr. H Is Late | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | Late Flowering Love | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | A Walk in the Forest | Paul Clements | Flop | Similar → |
| 1976 | It Shouldn't Happen to a Vet | James Herriot | Average | Similar → |
| 1975 | Time Well Spent | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1974 | Zardoz | Friend | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | Ben Spray | Ben Spray | Flop | Similar → |
| 1971 | Please Sir! | Bernard Hedges | Average | Similar → |
| 1970 | Macbeth | Malcolm | Flop | Similar → |
| 1970 | The Rivals | Bob Acres | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | Hannibal Brooks | Bernard | Average | Similar → |
| 1968 | Duffy | Antony Calvert | Average | Similar → |
| 1968 | Assignment K | George Innes | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | The System | Nidge | Average | Similar → |
| 1963 | Cleopatra | 1st Officer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
John Alderton - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of John Alderton?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring John Alderton is "Mrs Caldicot's Cabbage War" with a rating of 7.4/10.
How many movies has John Alderton acted in?
John Alderton has been featured in at least 21 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by John Alderton?
Other notable films include "Cleopatra", "Mr. H Is Late", and "Calendar Girls".