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James Appleby

Acting
Freshness: Jan 23, 2026
7Total Films
7.9 Highest Rated
Born: Jan 1, 1923
Birth Place: Lambeth, London, England

About James Appleby

James Appleby was born on 1 January 1923 in Lambeth, London, England, UK. He was an actor, known for Doctor Who (1963), Armchair Thriller (1978) and The Adventures of Don Quick (1970). He was married to Irene Frederick. He died on 9 March 2014 in Buckhurst Hill, Essex, England, UK.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of James Appleby reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 7 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of James Appleby's filmography leans towards the Drama 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 29% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), James Appleby remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Doctor Who: The Faceless Ones, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best James Appleby Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from James Appleby's career based on audience ratings.

★7.9
Doctor Who: The Faceless Ones (1967) movie poster
★7.9

Doctor Who: The Faceless Ones: The TARDIS arrives on Earth in July, 1966, on a runway at Gatwick Airport. Polly witnesses a murder in a nearby hangar a

Doctor Who: The Faceless Ones

1967•Drama
★6.7
Doctor Who: The Masque of Mandragora (1976) movie poster
★6.7

Doctor Who: The Masque of Mandragora: An alien intelligence hitches a ride onboard the TARDIS to 15th century Italy, where a deranged astrologer attempts to h

Doctor Who: The Masque of Mandragora

1976•Sci-Fi
★4.8
Father Dear Father (1973) movie poster
★4.8

Father Dear Father: After divorcing his wife, Patrick Glover decides it is time to remarry, and chooses his literary agent, only to then mis

Father Dear Father

1973•Comedy
★0.0
Mrs. Lawrence Will Look After It (1968) movie poster
★0.0

Mrs. Lawrence Will Look After It: When an elderly woman is hospitalised, the truth behind her illegal adoption of 14 children is revealed.

Mrs. Lawrence Will Look After It

1968•TV Movie
★0.0
K Is for Killing (1974) movie poster
★0.0

K Is for Killing: A husband and wife team are hired to protect an eccentric millionaire from an assassin but a series of murders follows.

K Is for Killing

1974•Crime

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of James Appleby.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1989 The Mountain and the Molehill Home Guard Man Flop Similar →
1978 Quiet as a Nun Joe Flop Similar →
1976 Doctor Who: The Masque of Mandragora Guard Hit Similar →
1974 K Is for Killing Brett Flop Similar →
1973 Father Dear Father Policeman Flop Similar →
1968 Mrs. Lawrence Will Look After It Policeman Flop Similar →
1967 Doctor Who: The Faceless Ones Policeman Super Hit Similar →

James Appleby - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of James Appleby?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring James Appleby is "Doctor Who: The Faceless Ones" with a rating of 7.9/10.

How many movies has James Appleby acted in?

James Appleby has been featured in at least 7 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by James Appleby?

Other notable films include "Doctor Who: The Masque of Mandragora", "Father Dear Father", and "Mrs. Lawrence Will Look After It".