Peter Butterworth
ActingCareer Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Peter Butterworth 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: Comedy
The majority of Peter Butterworth's filmography leans towards the Comedy 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), Peter Butterworth remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Paul Temple's Triumph, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Peter Butterworth Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Peter Butterworth's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Peter Butterworth.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | What's a Carry On? | Doc / Simpson / Brother Belcher / Admiral / Pepe (archive footage) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | The First Great Train Robbery | Putnam | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | That's Carry On! | Various Characters (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 1976 | The Ritz | Patron in Chaps | Average | Similar → |
| 1976 | Robin and Marian | Surgeon | Average | Similar → |
| 1974 | Carry On Dick | Tom | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | Carry on Christmas | Singing Caveman / Old Guest / Darts Player / German Soldier / Ballerina / Friar Tuck / Shopper | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | Carry On Girls | Admiral | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | Carry On Christmas (or Carry On Stuffing) | Various Characters | Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | Carry On Abroad | Pepe | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | Bless This House | Trevor Lewis | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | Carry On Henry | Charles, Earl of Bristol (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1970 | Carry On Loving | Sinister Client (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | Carry On Christmas | Street Beggar / Choir Singer / Strong Willing Lad / Count Dracula / Petunia / Haggie | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | Carry On Again Doctor | Shuffling Patient | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | Carry On Camping | Mr. Josh Fiddler | Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | Prudence and the Pill | Chemist | Flop | Similar → |
| 1968 | Carry On Up the Khyber | Brother Belcher | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | Carry On Doctor | Mr. Smith | Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | Follow That Camel | Simpson | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | Don't Lose Your Head | Citizen Bidet | Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum | Roman Sentry | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | Carry On Screaming! | Detective Constable Slobotham | Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | Doctor Who: The Daleks' Master Plan | The Monk | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | Carry On Cowboy | Doc | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | Doctor Who: The Time Meddler | The Monk | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | Never Mention Murder | Porter | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | A Home of Your Own | The Carpenter | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | The Horse Without a Head | Zigon | Average | Similar → |
| 1963 | Doctor in Distress | Ambulance Driver (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | Live Now - Pay Later | Fred | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | The Prince and the Pauper | Will the Knifegrinder | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | The Day the Earth Caught Fire | 2nd Sub-Editor (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Fate Takes a Hand | Ronnie | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | Murder She Said | Ticket Collector | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | The Spider's Web | Insp. Lord | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Tom Thumb | Kapellmeister | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Blow Your Own Trumpet | Mr. Bob Duff | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Gay Dog | Another Betting Man | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Personal Affair | Policeman | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Will Any Gentleman...? | Stage Manager | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Colonel March Investigates | Bank Clerk (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Penny Princess | Julien / Postman / Farmer | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Circle of Danger | Ernie (the Diver) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Old Mother Riley's Jungle Treasure | Steve | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Night and the City | Thug (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Paul Temple's Triumph | Post Office Engineer | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Double Confession | Joe (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Miss Pilgrim's Progress | Jonathan | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Murder at the Windmill | Policeman | Average | Similar → |
Peter Butterworth - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Peter Butterworth?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Peter Butterworth is "Paul Temple's Triumph" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Peter Butterworth acted in?
Peter Butterworth has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Peter Butterworth?
Other notable films include "Doctor Who: The Daleks' Master Plan", "What's a Carry On?", and "Night and the City".