Michael Kitchen
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Michael Kitchen (born 31 October 1948 in Leicester) is an English actor and television producer, best known for his starring role as DCS Foyle in the British TV series Foyle's War. Description above from the Wikipedia article Michael Kitchen, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Michael Kitchen Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Michael Kitchen reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Michael Kitchen's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 26% of Michael Kitchen'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 Rik Mayall Presents: Dirty Old Town, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Michael Kitchen Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Michael Kitchen's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Michael Kitchen has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | The Kemps: All Gold | John Farrow | Flop | Similar → |
| 2020 | The Kemps: All True | Harvey Stickles | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Hacks | Stanhope Feast | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | My Week with Marilyn | Hugh Perceval | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Falling | Henry Kent | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Alibi | Greg Brentwood | Flop | Similar → |
| 2001 | New Year's Day | Robin | Flop | Similar → |
| 2001 | Lorna Doone | Judge Jeffrey | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | Proof of Life | Ian Havery | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | The Adventures of Young Indiana Jones: Winds of Change | Lloyd George | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | The Railway Children | Father | Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | The World Is Not Enough | Tanner | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | The Last Contract | John Gales alias Ray Lambert | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | A Royal Scandal | Lord Malmesbury | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Mrs. Dalloway | Peter Walsh | Average | Similar → |
| 1995 | GoldenEye | Bill Tanner | Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Kidnapped | William Reid | Average | Similar → |
| 1995 | Rik Mayall Presents: Dirty Old Town | Jeremy Swain | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | Fatherland | SS-Untersturmführer Max Jäger | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | Doomsday Gun | Doctor Christopher Cowley | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | The Trial | Block | Average | Similar → |
| 1992 | The Guilty | Steven Vey | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | Hostage | Fredericks | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | Enchanted April | George Briggs | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | The War That Never Ends | 2nd Athenian Representative | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | The Russia House | Clive | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | Fools of Fortune | Mr Quinton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Crossing to Freedom | Maj. Diessen | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | Ball-Trap On The Cote Sauvage | Smiley Face | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | Home Run | Bill English | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | The Dive | Bricks | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | Benefactors | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | The Browning Version | Frank Hunter | Average | Similar → |
| 1985 | Out of Africa | Berkeley Cole | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Love Song | Young William Hatchard | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | The Comedy of Errors | Antipholus of Ephesus / Antipholus of Syracuse | Average | Similar → |
| 1982 | King Lear | Edmund | Average | Similar → |
| 1981 | A Room for the Winter | Stephen | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | The Bunker | Rochus Misch | Average | Similar → |
| 1980 | Caught on a Train | Peter | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | Breaking Glass | Larner | Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | Bedroom Farce | Nick | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | School Play | Rose S J | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | No Man's Land | Foster | Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | Beasts: What Big Eyes | Bob Curry | Flop | Similar → |
| 1976 | Brimstone and Treacle | Martin Taylor | Average | Similar → |
| 1975 | Sleepwalker | Ian | Average | Similar → |
| 1974 | Once the Killing Starts | George Newton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | Dracula A.D. 1972 | Greg | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | Unman, Wittering and Zigo | Bungabine | Hit | Similar → |
Michael Kitchen - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Michael Kitchen?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Michael Kitchen is "Rik Mayall Presents: Dirty Old Town" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Michael Kitchen acted in?
Michael Kitchen has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Michael Kitchen?
Other notable films include "The Kemps: All True", "Out of Africa", and "Falling".