Keith Michell
ActingAbout Keith Michell
Keith Michell (born 1 December 1928, died 20 November 2015) was an Australian actor most famous for playing Henry VIII on several occasions; in the epic 1970 BBC drama The Six Wives of Henry VIII, the 1972 movie Henry VIII and his Six Wives and the 1996 BBC drama The Prince and the Pauper. In 1980 he scored a number 5 UK chart hit with Captain Beaky, a recital of a Jeremy Lloyd poem.
Keith Michell Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Keith Michell reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 29 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Keith Michell's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 21% of Keith Michell'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 Wuthering Heights, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Keith Michell Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Keith Michell's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Keith Michell has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | Rod Taylor: Pulling No Punches | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | Love/Loss | Joe | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | The Deceivers | Colonel Wilson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | My Brother Tom | Edward Quayle | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | Memorial Day | Marsh | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | The Pirates of Penzance | The Major General | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | The Gondoliers | Don Alhambra | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | Ruddigore | Robin Oakapple | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | Grendel Grendel Grendel | The Shaper (voice) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | The Day Christ Died | Pontius Pilate | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | The Tenth Month | Matthew Poole | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | Julius Caesar | Marcus Antonius | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | The Story of David | Older David | Flop | Similar → |
| 1974 | Moments | Peter Samuelson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1974 | The Story of Jacob and Joseph | Jacob | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | Henry VIII and His Six Wives | Henry VIII | Average | Similar → |
| 1970 | Wilton's: The Handsomest Hall in Town | George Leybourne | Flop | Similar → |
| 1970 | The Executioner | Adam Booth | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | An Ideal Husband | Sir Robert Chiltern | Average | Similar → |
| 1968 | House of Cards | Morillon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1968 | Prudence and the Pill | Dr. Alan Huart | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | Soldier in Love | John Churchill | Flop | Similar → |
| 1962 | Seven Seas to Calais | Malcolm Marsh | Flop | Similar → |
| 1962 | Wuthering Heights | Heathcliff | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | All Night Long | Cass Michaels | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | The Hellfire Club | Jason | Flop | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Gypsy and the Gentleman | Sir Paul Deverill | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Dangerous Exile | Colonel St. Gerard | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | True as a Turtle | Harry Bell | Hit | Similar → |
Keith Michell - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Keith Michell?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Keith Michell is "Wuthering Heights" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Keith Michell acted in?
Keith Michell has been featured in at least 29 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Keith Michell?
Other notable films include "The Pirates of Penzance", "Julius Caesar", and "The Tenth Month".