Joss Ambler
ActingCareer Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Joss Ambler reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Joss Ambler's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 18% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Joss Ambler remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Black Sheep of Whitehall, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Joss Ambler Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Joss Ambler's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Joss Ambler.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1958 | The Big Money | Hobson | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Feminine Touch | Bateman | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Long Arm | Cashier at Shipping Office | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Spin a Dark Web | Tom Walker | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Pickpocket | Effdob Bilk | Flop | Similar → |
| 1955 | Miss Tulip Stays the Night | Inspector Thorne | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | John Wesley | Georgia Trustee | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Background | Judge | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Ghost Ship | Yacht Port Manager | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | Something Money Can't Buy | Mr. Burton - the auctioneer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | Who Goes There! | Guide | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Magnet | Businessman | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Her Favourite Husband | Mr. Wilson | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Mine Own Executioner | Julian Briant | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Years Between | Atherton | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | I'll Be Your Sweetheart | Dugan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | They Were Sisters | Blakemore | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | What's the Next Job? | Ewing | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | Read All About It | Adams | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Agitator | Charles Sheridan - the manager of Overend Works | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Here Comes the Sun | Bradshaw | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | A Canterbury Tale | Police Inspector | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Halfway House | Pinsent | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Candles at Nine | Garth Hope | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Headline | Chief Sub-Editor | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Somewhere in Civvies | Matthews | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Rhythm Serenade | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Silver Fleet | Cornelis Smit | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Battle for Music | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Peterville Diamond | Police Chief | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Much Too Shy | Sir George Driscol | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Let the People Sing | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Gert and Daisy Clean Up | Mr. Perry | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Next of Kin | Mr Vemon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Black Sheep of Whitehall | Sir John | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Penn of Pennsylvania | Lord Mayor of London | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Atlantic Ferry | Dr. Lardner | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Prime Minister | Earl of Carnarvon (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Contraband | Lt. Cmdr. Ashton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Come on George! | Sir Charles Bailey - the owner of the racehorse 'Maneater' | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Secret Journey | Colonel Blondin | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Black Eyes | Tipsy Diner | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Trouble Brewing | Lord Redhill | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Murder in Soho | Drunk | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Citadel | Dr. A.H. Llewellyn | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Claydon Treasure Mystery | Inspector Fleming | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Premiere | Spectator | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Captain's Orders | Randolph Potts | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Last Curtain | Ellis | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | Waltzing Matilda | - | Flop | Similar → |
Joss Ambler - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Joss Ambler?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Joss Ambler is "The Black Sheep of Whitehall" with a rating of 7.8/10.
How many movies has Joss Ambler acted in?
Joss Ambler has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Joss Ambler?
Other notable films include "Contraband", "Mine Own Executioner", and "The Long Arm".