Matthew Guinness
ActingAbout Matthew Guinness
Matthew Guinness (born 6 June 1940) is an English actor. He portrayed the part of the Farmer in the 1976 film Nuts in May, appears in Ridley Scott's The Duellists (1977) and had a small role in 1986's Lady Jane. He has also worked extensively in theatre. Matthew is the only child of British actor, Sir Alec Guinness.
Matthew Guinness Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Matthew Guinness reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 17 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Matthew Guinness's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 29% of Matthew Guinness'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 Duellists, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Matthew Guinness Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Matthew Guinness's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Matthew Guinness has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | Lady Jane | Dr. Owen | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Plenty | SOE Man | Average | Similar → |
| 1985 | The Bride | 1st Patron | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Time Trouble | Stoller | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Wetherby | Randall | Average | Similar → |
| 1981 | Friends and Other Lovers | Willie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | S.O.S. Titanic | Father Byles | Average | Similar → |
| 1980 | Lifelike | Martin, TV writer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | The Duellists | Mayor's Son | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | It's Only Rock 'n' Roll | Insp. Martin | Flop | Similar → |
| 1976 | Nuts in May | Farmer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | Luther | Reading Knight | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | The 14 | Reporter | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | Achilles Heel | Pete Colwyn | Flop | Similar → |
| 1970 | One Day in the Life of Ivan Denisovich | Kilgas | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | The Virgin Soldiers | Maj Cusper | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Card | Denry as a Boy | Hit | Similar → |
Matthew Guinness - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Matthew Guinness?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Matthew Guinness is "The Duellists" with a rating of 7.2/10.
How many movies has Matthew Guinness acted in?
Matthew Guinness has been featured in at least 17 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Matthew Guinness?
Other notable films include "Nuts in May", "Lady Jane", and "The Card".