Richard Beckinsale
ActingAbout Richard Beckinsale
Richard Beckinsale was an English actor, best known for his roles as Lennie Godber in the popular BBC sitcom Porridge and Alan Moore in the British ITV sitcom Rising Damp. He is the father of actresses Samantha Beckinsale and Kate Beckinsale. He died of a congenital heart defect at the age of just thirty one in 1979.
Richard Beckinsale Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Richard Beckinsale reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 12 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Richard Beckinsale's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 8% of Richard Beckinsale'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 Porridge, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Richard Beckinsale Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Richard Beckinsale's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Richard Beckinsale has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Comedy Classics: Porridge | (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | Bloody Kids | Detective Ritchie (uncredited; Died before filming completed) | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | Porridge | Lennie Godber | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | Last Summer | Johnny | Flop | Similar → |
| 1976 | Porridge: The Desperate Hours | Godber | Flop | Similar → |
| 1975 | Porridge: No Way Out | Godber | Flop | Similar → |
| 1975 | The Floater | Michael Robson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1975 | Three for All | Jet Bone | Flop | Similar → |
| 1974 | If There Weren't Any Blacks You'd Have to Invent Them | The Young Man | Flop | Similar → |
| 1973 | The Lovers! | Geoffrey Scrimshaw | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | Rentadick | Hobbs | Flop | Similar → |
| 1971 | Detective Waiting | Lewis | Flop | Similar → |
Richard Beckinsale - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Richard Beckinsale?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Richard Beckinsale is "Porridge" with a rating of 6.7/10.
How many movies has Richard Beckinsale acted in?
Richard Beckinsale has been featured in at least 12 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Richard Beckinsale?
Other notable films include "Bloody Kids", "The Lovers!", and "Rentadick".