Ronald Howard
ActingAbout Ronald Howard
Ronald Howard was an English actor and writer who starred in a number of British B movies in the forties and fifties, before moving into television, most notably in the 1954 version of Sherlock Holmes. He was the son of actor Leslie Howard.
Ronald Howard Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Ronald Howard reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Ronald Howard's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 24% of Ronald Howard'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 Wuthering Heights, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Ronald Howard Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Ronald Howard's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Ronald Howard has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | The Many Faces of Sherlock Holmes | Sherlock Holmes (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | Take a Hard Ride | Halsey | Flop | Similar → |
| 1974 | Persecution | Dr. Ross | Flop | Similar → |
| 1971 | The Hunting Party | Watt Nelson | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | Run a Crooked Mile | Insp. Huntington | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | Koroshi | Sanders | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | Africa: Texas Style! | Hugo Copp | Flop | Similar → |
| 1964 | Weekend at Dunkirk | le capitaine Robinson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | The Curse of the Mummy's Tomb | John Bray | Average | Similar → |
| 1963 | Siege of the Saxons | Edmund of Cornwall | Flop | Similar → |
| 1963 | The Bay of St. Michel | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1963 | Nurse on Wheels | Dr. Harold Golfrey | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | Wuthering Heights | Lockwood | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Bomb in the High Street | Captain Manning | Flop | Similar → |
| 1961 | Fate Takes a Hand | Tony | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | Murder She Said | Brian Eastley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Come September | Spencer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | The Naked Edge | Mr. Claridge | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | The Monster of Highgate Ponds | Uncle Dick | Flop | Similar → |
| 1960 | The Malpas Mystery | Dick Shannon | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | Compelled | Paul Adams | Flop | Similar → |
| 1960 | The Spider's Web | Jeremy | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | Man Accused | Bob Jenson | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | Babette Goes to War | Fitzpatrick | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | No Trees in the Street | Frank | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Moment of Indiscretion | John Miller | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Gideon's Day | Paul Delafield | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | I Accuse! | Captain Avril | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | The House in the Woods | Spencer Rowland | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Light Fingers | Michael Lacey | Flop | Similar → |
| 1957 | Drango | Clay Allen | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Hide-Out | Robert Grant | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Flannelfoot | Det. Sgt. Fitzgerald | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Glad Tidings | Cpl Nicholas Brayne | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Noose for a Lady | Dr. Evershed | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Street Corner | David Evans | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Black Orchid | Dr.John Winnington | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | Wide Boy | Inspector Carson | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Night Was Our Friend | John Harper | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Browning Version | Gilbert | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Assassin for Hire | Detective Inspector Carson | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Flesh and Blood | Purley | Flop | Similar → |
| 1950 | Portrait of Clare | Ralph Hingston | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Double Confession | Hilary Boscombe | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Now Barabbas | Roberts | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Queen of Spades | Andrei | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Bond Street | Steve Winter | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | My Brother Jonathan | Harold Dakers | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Nightbeat | Andy Kendall | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | "Pimpernel" Smith | Minor Role | Hit | Similar → |
Ronald Howard - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Ronald Howard?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ronald Howard is "Wuthering Heights" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Ronald Howard acted in?
Ronald Howard has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Ronald Howard?
Other notable films include "Run a Crooked Mile", "The Many Faces of Sherlock Holmes", and "The Browning Version".