Paul Maxwell
ActingAbout Paul Maxwell
Paul Maxwell (born Maxim Popovich; November 12, 1921 – December 19, 1991) was a Canadian actor who worked mostly in British cinema and television, in which he was usually cast as American characters. [biography (excerpted) from Wikipedia]
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Paul Maxwell reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 39 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Paul Maxwell'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 36% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Paul Maxwell remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Vision, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Paul Maxwell Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Paul Maxwell's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Paul Maxwell.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | This Is Supermarionation | Steve Zodiac / Captain Grey (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Sleepers | Barrington Cabot | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Perry Mason: The Case of the Desperate Deception | Capt. Calvelli | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade | Panama Hat | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Marcus Welby, M.D.: A Holiday Affair | Dr. Wallace | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | The Man Who Lived at the Ritz | Mylos | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Intrigue | Esterbrook | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | The Vision | Bill Freed | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Cloud Waltzing | Andrew Tolliver | Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | The Return of Sherlock Holmes | Agent Hopkins | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | The Last Days of Patton | Lt.Gen. Geoffrey Keyes | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | Aliens | Van Leuwen | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Strong Medicine | Mace | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Rustlers' Rhapsody | Sheepherder No. 1 | Average | Similar → |
| 1981 | Revenge of the Mysterons from Mars | Captain Grey / Breck (voice) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | Captain Scarlet vs. The Mysterons | Captain Grey / World President / Fire Chief (voice) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | A Bridge Too Far | Maj. Gen. Maxwell D. Taylor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | The Pink Panther Strikes Again | CIA Director | Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | Spy Story | Submarine Captain | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | Baxter! | Mr Baxter | Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | And No One Could Save Her | Paul | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | Madame Sin | Connors | Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | The Looking Glass War | CIA Man | Average | Similar → |
| N/A | Cry Wolf | Dr. Jack Russell | Flop | Similar → |
| 1969 | The Naked Sun | Elijah Baley | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | The Man Outside | Judson Murphy | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | It! | Jim Perkins | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | Thunderbirds Are GO | Captain Paul Travers (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | City of Fear | Mike Foster | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Man in the Middle | Major Smith | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | Shadow of Fear | Bill Martin | Average | Similar → |
| 1963 | We Joined the Navy | Commander Spelling U.S.N. | Average | Similar → |
| 1963 | The Haunting | Bud Fredericks (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | Follow the Boys | C.M.A.A. | Flop | Similar → |
| 1961 | Freedom to Die | Craig Owen | Flop | Similar → |
| 1958 | Submarine Seahawk | Lt. Cmdr. Bill Hallohan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1958 | How to Make a Monster | Jeffrey Clayton | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Blood of Dracula | Mike, assistant coroner | Flop | Similar → |
| 1957 | Death in Small Doses | Doctor (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
Paul Maxwell - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Paul Maxwell?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Paul Maxwell is "The Vision" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Paul Maxwell acted in?
Paul Maxwell has been featured in at least 39 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Paul Maxwell?
Other notable films include "City of Fear", "Aliens", and "This Is Supermarionation".