Joss Ackland
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Sidney Edmond Jocelyn Ackland CBE (29 February 1928 – 19 November 2023) was an English actor who appeared in more than 130 film and television roles. He was nominated for the BAFTA Award for Best Actor in a Supporting Role for portraying Jock Delves Broughton in White Mischief (1987). Description above from the Wikipedia article Joss Ackland, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Joss Ackland Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Joss Ackland 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 Joss Ackland's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 64% of Joss Ackland'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 Tragedy of Coriolanus, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Joss Ackland Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Joss Ackland's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Joss Ackland has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | How About You... | Donald Vanston | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | Hogfather | Mustrum Ridcully | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | In Search of the Great Beast 666: Aleister Crowley | Narrator | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Flawless | Milton Kendrick Ashtoncroft | Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | K-19: The Widowmaker | Marshal Zelentsov | Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | Othello | James Brabant | Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | Firelight | Lord Clare | Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | Swept from the Sea | Mr. Swaffer | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | D3: The Mighty Ducks | Hans | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | Hidden in Silence | German Factory Manager | Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Citizen X | Bondarchuk | Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | Jacob | Isaak | Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | Miracle on 34th Street | Victor Landbergh (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | Miracle on 34th Street | Victor Landbergh | Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | Giorgino | Father Glaise | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | The Thief and the Cobbler | Brigand (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Nowhere to Run | Franklin Hale | Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | The Mighty Ducks | Hans | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Miss Marple: They Do It with Mirrors | Lewis Serrocold | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Bill & Ted's Bogus Journey | De Nomolos | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | The Hunt for Red October | Ambassador Andrei Lysenko | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | The Palermo Connection | il boss | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | First and Last | Alan Holly | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Lethal Weapon 2 | Arjen Rudd | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | To Kill a Priest | Colonel | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | White Mischief | 'Jock' Delves Broughton | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | Lady Jane | Sir John Bridges | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | A Zed & Two Noughts | Van Hoyten | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Shadowlands | CS Lewis | Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | The Tragedy of Coriolanus | Menenius | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | A Nightingale Sang In Berkeley Square | Prison Warden | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | Saint Jack | Yardley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | Watership Down | Black Rabbit (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | Who Is Killing the Great Chefs of Europe? | Cantrell | Average | Similar → |
| 1977 | The Strange Case of the End of Civilization as We Know It | President | Average | Similar → |
| 1975 | Operation: Daybreak | Janák | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | Heading For Glory | Self - Narrator (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | The Little Prince | The King | Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | The Four Musketeers | D'Artagnan's Father (archive footage) (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1974 | The Black Windmill | Chief Supt. Wray | Average | Similar → |
| 1974 | Great Expectations | Joe Gargery | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | The Three Musketeers | D’Artagnan’s Father | Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | Hitler: The Last Ten Days | General Burgdorf | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | Access to the Children | Malcolmson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | Villain | Edgar Lowis | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | The House That Dripped Blood | Neville Rogers (segment 2 "Waxworks") | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | In Search of the Castaways | Yacht Seaman | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Next to No Time | Turkish Bath Attendant | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Seven Days to Noon | Station Policeman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Landfall | O'Neil | Hit | Similar → |
Joss Ackland - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Joss Ackland?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Joss Ackland is "The Tragedy of Coriolanus" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Joss Ackland acted in?
Joss Ackland has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Joss Ackland?
Other notable films include "Next to No Time", "The Hunt for Red October", and "Citizen X".