Simon Langton
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Simon Langton (born 5 November 1941 in Amersham, Buckinghamshire) is a television director and producer. He is the son of David Langton, the actor who played Richard Bellamy in Upstairs, Downstairs. After he had directed a number of TV drama series and serials during the 1970s, his 1982 dramatisation of the John le Carré novel Smiley's People was nominated for both a BAFTA award in the UK, and an Emmy Award in the USA. He later won a BAFTA award for the 1989 series Mother Love, starring Diana Rigg. He is perhaps best known for directing the adaptation of Pride and Prejudice starring Colin Firth and Jennifer Ehle in 1995, for which he was also nominated for a BAFTA. He continues to direct for British TV drama, having lately directed a number of episodes of Rosemary and Thyme. Description above from the Wikipedia article Simon Langton, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Simon Langton reveals a career defined by exceptional commercial consistency. With a total of 1 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Documentary
The majority of Simon Langton's filmography leans towards the Documentary 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 100% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Simon Langton remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Pride and Prejudice: From Page to Screen, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Simon Langton Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Simon Langton's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Simon Langton.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | Pride and Prejudice: From Page to Screen | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
Simon Langton - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Simon Langton?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Simon Langton is "Pride and Prejudice: From Page to Screen" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Simon Langton acted in?
Simon Langton has been featured in at least 1 major films throughout their career.