John Rolfe
ActingAbout John Rolfe
John Richard Rolfe (1935 – 12 August 2020) was a British actor. He was named after the colonist who married Pocahontas in Jamestown, Virginia. His stage work includes appearances at the Bristol Old Vic and with the RSC.His television credits include: Z-Cars, Dixon of Dock Green, Adam Adamant Lives!, The First Lady, Softly, Softly, Doctor Who (in the serials The War Machines, The Moonbase and The Green Death), Paul Temple, The Troubleshooters, Out of the Unknown, The Regiment, Spy Trap, Warship, Oil Strike North, Survivors, Blake's 7, Minder, Secret Army, The Enigma Files, Yes Minister, One by One, Howards' Way and The House of Eliott. He did the first, moustached and spectacled postman in "Mr. Bean Rides Again" (he played the postman seen before Mr. Bean got locked in the letterbox after he stole a lady's stamp for his own letter). He also played Graham in the 1980 film McVicar, starring Roger Daltrey. In 1994 he guest starred in The Bill.
John Rolfe Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of John Rolfe 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 John Rolfe's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 40% of John Rolfe'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 Doctor Who: The Green Death, which stands out as a key performance.
Best John Rolfe Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from John Rolfe's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie John Rolfe has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | Blake's 7: Duel | Terloc | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | Days | Teacher | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | McVicar | Graham | Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | Murder Rap | Doctor | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | Mr and Mrs Bureaucrat | Other Man | Flop | Similar → |
| 1974 | The Gift of Friendship | Daniels | Flop | Similar → |
| 1973 | Doctor Who: The Green Death | Fell | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | Doctor Who: The Moonbase | Sam | Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | Doctor Who: The War Machines | Soldier | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Agib and Agab | - | Flop | Similar → |
John Rolfe - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of John Rolfe?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring John Rolfe is "Doctor Who: The Green Death" with a rating of 8.4/10.
How many movies has John Rolfe acted in?
John Rolfe has been featured in at least 10 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by John Rolfe?
Other notable films include "Doctor Who: The War Machines", "Doctor Who: The Moonbase", and "McVicar".




