Richard Greene
ActingAbout Richard Greene
Richard Marius Joseph Greene was a noted English film and television actor. A matinee idol who appeared in more than 40 films, he was perhaps best known for the lead role in the long-running British TV series The Adventures of Robin Hood, which ran for 143 episodes from 1955 to 1960.
Richard Greene Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Richard Greene reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 38 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Richard Greene's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 16% of Richard Greene'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 The Hound of the Baskervilles, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Richard Greene Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Richard Greene's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Richard Greene has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976 | Hooray for Hollywood | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1972 | Tales from the Crypt | Ralph Jason | Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | The Castle of Fu Manchu | Nayland Smith | Flop | Similar → |
| 1968 | The Blood of Fu Manchu | Nayland Smith | Flop | Similar → |
| 1968 | The Movie Orgy | Robin Hood (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | Island of the Lost | Josh MacRae | Flop | Similar → |
| 1960 | Sword of Sherwood Forest | Robin Hood | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | Beyond the Curtain | Captain Jim Kyle | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Robin Hood: The Movie | Robin Hood | Flop | Similar → |
| 1955 | Contraband Spain | Agente del Tesoro Lee Scott | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Captain Scarlett | Capt. Carlos Scarlett | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Bandits of Corsica | Mario / Carlos | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Rogue's March | Capt. Thomas Garron | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Black Castle | Sir Ronald Burton / Richard Beckett | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Lorna Doone | John Ridd | Flop | Similar → |
| 1950 | Shadow of the Eagle | Count Alexei Orloff | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | My Daughter Joy | Larry | Flop | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Desert Hawk | Omar | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | Now Barabbas | Tufnell | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | That Dangerous Age | Michael Barcleigh | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Fan | Lord Arthur Windermere | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Fighting O'Flynn | Lord Philip Sedgemonth | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Forever Amber | Lord Harry Almsbury | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Gaiety George | George Howard | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Don't Take It to Heart | Peter Hayward | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Yellow Canary | Lieutenant Commander Jim Garrick | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Unpublished Story | Bob Randall | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Flying Fortress | James 'Jim' Spence Jr. | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | I Was an Adventuress | Paul Vernay | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Little Old New York | Robert Fulton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Here I Am a Stranger | David Paulding | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Stanley and Livingstone | Gareth Tyce | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Hound of the Baskervilles | Sir Henry Baskerville | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Little Princess | Geoffrey Hamilton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Kentucky | Jack Dillon | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Submarine Patrol | Perry Townsend III | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | My Lucky Star | Larry Taylor | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Four Men and a Prayer | Geoffrey Leigh | Average | Similar → |
Richard Greene - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Richard Greene?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Richard Greene is "The Hound of the Baskervilles" with a rating of 7.1/10.
How many movies has Richard Greene acted in?
Richard Greene has been featured in at least 38 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Richard Greene?
Other notable films include "Here I Am a Stranger", "Tales from the Crypt", and "The Little Princess".