Roger Livesey
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Roger Livesey (25 June 1906 – 4 February 1976) was a British stage and film actor. He is most often remembered for the three Powell & Pressburger films in which he starred: The Life and Death of Colonel Blimp, I Know Where I'm Going! and A Matter of Life and Death. Tall and broad with a mop of chestnut hair, Livesey used his highly distinctive husky voice, gentle manner and athletic physique to create many notable roles in his theatre and film work. Description above from the Wikipedia article Roger Livesey, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Roger Livesey Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Roger Livesey reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 34 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Roger Livesey's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 24% of Roger Livesey'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 A Matter of Life and Death, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Roger Livesey Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Roger Livesey's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Roger Livesey has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Made in England: The Films of Powell and Pressburger | (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | Futtocks End | The Artist | Flop | Similar → |
| 1969 | Hamlet | First Player / Gravedigger | Average | Similar → |
| 1968 | Oedipus the King | Shepherd | Flop | Similar → |
| 1964 | Of Human Bondage | Thorpe Athelny | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | No, My Darling Daughter | General Henry Barclay | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | The Entertainer | Billy Rice | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | Toff and Fingers | Toff Mulligan Hayes | Flop | Similar → |
| 1960 | The League of Gentlemen | Mycroft | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Stowaway | Major Owens | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Intimate Stranger | Ben Case | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Quay South | Captain Daniel Thwaite | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Master of Ballantrae | Col. Francis Burke | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Green Grow the Rushes | Capt. Cedric Biddle | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | That Dangerous Age | Sir Brian Brooke | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Vice Versa | Paul Bultitude | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | A Matter of Life and Death | Doctor Reeves | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | I Know Where I'm Going! | Torquil MacNeil | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Life and Death of Colonel Blimp | Major General Clive Wynne-Candy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Girl in the News | Bill Maher | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Spies of the Air | Charles Houghton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Drum | Capt. Carruthers | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Rebel Son | Peter Bulba | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Keep Smiling | Bert Wattle | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Rembrandt | Beggar Saul | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Midshipman Easy | Captain Wilson | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Price of Wisdom | Peter North | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Blind Justice | Gilbert Jackson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | Lorna Doone | Tom Faggus | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | A Cuckoo in the Nest | Alfred | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Veteran of Waterloo | Sergeant MacDonald | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | East Lynne on the Western Front | Sandy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1923 | Married Love | Henry | Flop | Similar → |
| 1921 | The Four Feathers | Harry as a child | Flop | Similar → |
Roger Livesey - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Roger Livesey?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Roger Livesey is "A Matter of Life and Death" with a rating of 7.8/10.
How many movies has Roger Livesey acted in?
Roger Livesey has been featured in at least 34 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Roger Livesey?
Other notable films include "Made in England: The Films of Powell and Pressburger", "The Life and Death of Colonel Blimp", and "I Know Where I'm Going!".