Peter Forbes

Acting

Freshness: Feb 04, 2026

11Total Films

8.0 Highest Rated

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Peter Forbes reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 11 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Peter Forbes'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 45% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Peter Forbes remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in National Theatre Live: Follies, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Peter Forbes Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Peter Forbes's career based on audience ratings.

★8.0

National Theatre Live: Follies (2017) movie poster

★8.0

National Theatre Live: Follies: New York, 1971. There’s a party on the stage of the Weismann Theatre. Tomorrow the iconic building will be demolished. T

National Theatre Live: Follies

2017•Drama

★8.0

The Government Inspector (2005) movie poster

★8.0

The Government Inspector: The Government Inspector is a 2005 television drama based on the life of Dr. David Kelly and the lead-up to the Iraq War

The Government Inspector

2005•Drama

★7.1

★7.1

The Wife: A wife questions her life choices as she travels to Stockholm with her husband, where he is slated to receive the Nobel

The Wife

2018•Drama

★6.7

★6.7

Judy: Thirty years after starring in "The Wizard of Oz," beloved actress and singer Judy Garland arrives in London to perform

Judy

2019•Drama

★6.6

★6.6

Wilde: Oscar Wilde is a married playwright who has occasionally indulged his weakness for male suitors. After much toil, Wilde

Wilde

1997•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Peter Forbes.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2025	National Theatre Live: Coriolanus	Menenius	Flop	Similar →
2022	National Theatre Live: Jack Absolute Flies Again	Sir Anthony Absolute	Flop	Similar →
2019	Judy	Richardson	Hit	Similar →
2018	National Theatre Live: Allelujah!	Salter	Flop	Similar →
2018	The Wife	James Finch	Hit	Similar →
2018	King Lear	Doctor	Average	Similar →
2017	National Theatre Live: Follies	Buddy Plummer	Super Hit	Similar →
2010	The First Men in the Moon	Dad	Average	Similar →
2005	The Government Inspector	Wing Commander John Clark	Super Hit	Similar →
1997	Wilde	Detective	Hit	Similar →
1992	Blue Ice	Medic	Flop	Similar →

Peter Forbes - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Peter Forbes?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Peter Forbes is "National Theatre Live: Follies" with a rating of 8.0/10.

How many movies has Peter Forbes acted in?

Peter Forbes has been featured in at least 11 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Peter Forbes?

Other notable films include "The Government Inspector", "The Wife", and "Judy".