Nicholas Lyndhurst - Actor Profile

Nicholas Lyndhurst

Acting
Updated: Apr 13, 2026
27Total Films
7.0 Highest Rated
Born: Apr 20, 1961
Birth Place: Emsworth, Hampshire, England

About Nicholas Lyndhurst

Nicholas Simon Lyndhurst is an English actor. He is known for playing Rodney Trotter in Only Fools and Horses, Gary Sparrow in Goodnight Sweetheart, Dan Griffin in the BBC drama New Tricks and Adam Parkinson in Carla Lane's series Butterflies. Lyndhurst also prominently starred as Ashley Philips in The Two of Us, as Fletch's son Raymond in Going Straight, the sequel to the classic British sitcom Porridge, Jimmy Venables in After You've Gone, and Freddie 'The Frog' Robdal in the Only Fools and Horses prequel Rock & Chips.

Nicholas Lyndhurst Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Nicholas Lyndhurst reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 27 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Nicholas Lyndhurst's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 11% of Nicholas Lyndhurst'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 Story of Only Fools and Horses, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Nicholas Lyndhurst Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Nicholas Lyndhurst's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Nicholas Lyndhurst has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2020 We Love Only Fools and Horses - Flop Similar →
2016 A United Kingdom George Williams Hit Similar →
2016 British Sitcom: 60 Years of Laughing at Ourselves Rodney Trotter (archive footage) (uncredited) Average Similar →
2010 Rock & Chips Freddie 'The Frog' Robdal Average Similar →
2006 The Children's Party at the Palace Cruella de Vil's Chauffeur (The 101 Dalmatians) Flop Similar →
2005 Lassie Buckle Average Similar →
2005 The Funny Blokes of British Comedy Adam Parkinson (archive footage) (uncredited) Average Similar →
2002 The Story of Only Fools and Horses - Hit Similar →
2000 Thin Ice Graham Moss Flop Similar →
1997 Only Fools and Horses: Only Fools Cutaway Rodney Trotter Flop Similar →
1993 Stalag Luft 'Chump' Cosgrove Hit Similar →
1991 Only Fools & Horses - Miami Twice - The Movie Rodney Trotter Flop Similar →
1990 Only Fools and Horses: The Robin Flies at Dawn Rodney Trotter Average Similar →
1987 The Grand Knockout Tournament Self Average Similar →
1986 Only Fools and Horses: Royal Variety Show Rodney Trotter Flop Similar →
1986 Sky Bandits Chalky Average Similar →
1984 Slimming Down Sebastian Flop Similar →
1984 Only Fools and Horses: Licensed to Drill Rodney Trotter Flop Similar →
1983 Bullshot Nobby Clark Average Similar →
1982 The Funny Side of Christmas Rodney Trotter, Adam Parkinson Flop Similar →
1982 Only Fools and Horses: Christmas Trees Rodney Trotter Flop Similar →
1982 A Mother Like Him Young PC Flop Similar →
1982 A Genius Like Us: A Portrait of Joe Orton Dennis - Loot Flop Similar →
1979 Father's Day Phillip Rice-Davies Flop Similar →
1978 Fairies Brian Grant Flop Similar →
1976 Peter Pan Toodles Average Similar →
1973 Bequest to the Nation Shot Cabin Boy Average Similar →

Nicholas Lyndhurst - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Nicholas Lyndhurst?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Nicholas Lyndhurst is "The Story of Only Fools and Horses" with a rating of 7.0/10.

How many movies has Nicholas Lyndhurst acted in?

Nicholas Lyndhurst has been featured in at least 27 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Nicholas Lyndhurst?

Other notable films include "Stalag Luft", "A United Kingdom", and "Lassie".

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