Karl Johnson: Movies & Box Office
- films
- 46
- on screen
- 1949–2021
- box office
- $43M
- average score
- 66
- Born
- January 1, 1948 (age 78)
- Birthplace
- Wales
- Citizenship
- Welsh
- Occupations
- Stage performer, Film actor, TV actor
- Years active
- 1970-present
- Spouses
- N/A
The Best Karl Johnson Movies
The highest-rated films Karl Johnson is credited on, by the Movie Echo Score that blends critic reviews, audience ratings and lasting impact. The Last Vermeer (2019) scores highest, at 76. The full ranking adds the biggest box office hits and the most awarded films.
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Movie Echo Score: Score 76 The Last Vermeer 2019 · Bernard Bakker -
Movie Echo Score: Score 75 The Last Vermeer 2020 · Bernard Bakker -
Movie Echo Score: Score 68 King Lear 2018 · Fool -
Movie Echo Score: Score 65 Dream Horse 2021 · Kerby -
Movie Echo Score: Score 63 The Sea 2017 · Drama -
Movie Echo Score: Score 60 Kaleidoscope 2017 · John
Karl Johnson's Career in Numbers
Karl Johnson's films in numbers — as an actor, not counting appearances as themselves: when they were made, the genres Karl Johnson works in most and the milestones along the way. The filmography runs from Madame Bovary (1949) to Too Close (2021), and the 2010s were the busiest decade.
Karl Johnson Movies by Decade
- 1940s 1
- 1950s 2
- 1970s 2
- 1980s 6
- 1990s 11
- 2000s 5
- 2010s 15
- 2020s 4
The 2010s were Karl Johnson's busiest decade, with 15 films.
Karl Johnson Movies by Genre
- Drama 26
- Horror 4
- Thriller 3
- Action 3
- Biography 2
- Comedy 2
- Crime 1
- Tv movie 1
- Romance 1
- Adventure 1
Drama is the genre Karl Johnson has worked in most, with 26 films, ahead of horror (4).
Karl Johnson Career Milestones
- First film
- Madame Bovary 1949
- Biggest box office hit
- Mr. Turner $22.2M worldwide
- Best-rated film
- The Last Vermeer Movie Echo Score 76
- Newest film
- Too Close 2021
Karl Johnson Filmography: Every Movie
Every film Karl Johnson is credited on, newest first, with the role, the box office and the Movie Echo Score. Rated films average a score of 66. Re-order the list to see the best-rated films or the biggest hits first.
- 2021
National Theatre Live: Under Milk Wood as Richard Jenkins · Drama Worldwide box office: $941K - 2021
Dream Horse as Kerby · Biography Worldwide box office: $6.57M Movie Echo Score: 65 - 2021
Too Close as James de Cadenet · Drama - 2020
The Last Vermeer as Bernard Bakker · Drama Worldwide box office: $885K Movie Echo Score: 75 - 2019
The Last Vermeer as Bernard Bakker · Drama Worldwide box office: $885K Movie Echo Score: 76 - 2019
Peterloo as Lord Sidmouth - The Home Secretary · Drama Worldwide box office: $2.16M Movie Echo Score: 55 - 2018
King Lear as Fool · Drama Movie Echo Score: 68 - 2017
Kaleidoscope as John · Thriller Worldwide box office: $6.98K Movie Echo Score: 60 - 2017
The Sea Drama Movie Echo Score: 63 - 2017
Born to Kill as Mr. Williams · Drama - 2016
Winter Thaw as Stepanovich · Drama - 2016
Aberfan: The Green Hollow - 2015
National Theatre Live: Hamlet as Ghost / Gravedigger · Drama Worldwide box office: $908K - 2014
Mr. Turner Biography Worldwide box office: $22.2M - 2014
Under Milk Wood as Drowned / Voice · Comedy Worldwide box office: $36.8K - 2013
Mr Invisible as The Handler · Crime - 2012
Good Vibrations as George Hooley · Drama Worldwide box office: $500K - 2011
National Theatre Live: Frankenstein as De Lacey · Drama Worldwide box office: $620K - 2010
Third Star as Ticket Seller · Drama Worldwide box office: $14.6K - 2007
Dog Altogether as Jack · Drama - 2007
Four Last Songs as Erico · Drama Worldwide box office: $211K - 2005
Frozen as Coastguard Bill · Thriller - 2004
When I’m Sixty-Four as Billy · Tv movie - 2003
Black Cadillac as Fightin' Bar Guy · Horror - 1999
David Copperfield as Tungay · Drama - 1998
Love Is the Devil: Study for a Portrait of Francis Bacon as John Deakin · Drama Worldwide box office: $719K - 1996
Saint-Ex as Didier Daurat · Drama - 1995
Automatic as Gamma 1 · Thriller - 1994
Stickfighter as Dirk Riley · Action - 1993
Amityville: A New Generation as Cafe Owner · Horror - 1993
Wittgenstein as Ludwig Wittgenstein · Drama - 1991
Close My Eyes as Colin · Romance Worldwide box office: $136K - 1991
Let Him Have It as Parris · Drama Worldwide box office: $88.7K - 1990
Oh Schucks…! Here Comes UNTAG as Mac · Comedy - 1990
The Final Alliance as Red · Drama - 1989
Laser Mission as Prentiss · Adventure - 1989
A Tale of Two Cities as Barsad · Drama - 1988
White Ghost as Brownie · Action - 1987
A Prayer for the Dying as Fitzgerald · Action Worldwide box office: $1.43M - 1986
Avenging Force as Cmdr. Jeb Wallace · Drama Worldwide box office: $4.68M - 1982
The Magic Shop Fantasy - 1979
The Tempest as Ariel, an airy spirit · Drama Worldwide box office: $813 - 1979
Jubilee Drama Worldwide box office: $923 - 1959
Revenge of the Dead as Dead Man · Horror - 1957
The Unearthly as Monster in Basement (uncredited) · Horror - 1949
Madame Bovary as Drunken Guest (uncredited) · Drama
Who Is Karl Johnson?
Karl Johnson was born in Wales in 1948 and is 78 years old. Credited on films since 1949, as an actor. The background, training and the roles that shaped the career.
Karl Johnson, born in 1948, is a versatile Welsh stage, film and TV performer. Known for his richly diverse roles across various genres, Johnson has consistently enthralled audiences with his intricate constructions of a range of characters. He began his foray into the world of acting at a relatively early age, showing a remarkable grasp of the subtle nuances of diverse roles. Across his lengthy career in the entertainment industry, he has made an indelible mark, carving a distinct niche for himself. His thespian skills have been honed through his extensive stage experience, translating into many memorable performances on both film and television. Throughout the years, he has managed to maintain a strong position in the industry, proving his resilience and demonstrating his talent. Whether performing on the small screen, or on the big screen, or the illustrious stage, Johnson showcases a unique blend of intensity, versatility, and sheer talent. Furthermore, he is quite possibly best known for his significant contributions to stage performances, his work showcasing a true commitment towards the craft. While not as widely recognized as some of his contemporaries, he has nonetheless made a significant impact in the world of acting.
Who Karl Johnson Makes Movies With
The actors and directors Karl Johnson shares the most films with. Siân Phillips comes first, with 4 films together, followed by Michael Sheen (3).
Karl Johnson: Questions & Answers
How many movies Karl Johnson has made, the biggest hit, the best-rated film, the award record and more, answered from the filmography above.
How many movies has Karl Johnson been in?
Karl Johnson is credited on 46 films, from 1949 to 2021. The filmography on this page lists every one of them, newest first, with the role and the Movie Echo Score.
What is Karl Johnson's highest-grossing movie?
Mr. Turner (2014) is Karl Johnson's biggest box office hit, with $22.2M worldwide, ahead of Dream Horse (2021) ($6.57M). Across every film with box office figures, Karl Johnson's movies have made $43M.
Karl Johnson's biggest hits What is the best Karl Johnson movie?
By the Movie Echo Score, which blends critic reviews, audience ratings and lasting impact, Karl Johnson's best-rated film is The Last Vermeer (2019) with a score of 76, followed by The Last Vermeer (2020) (75).
Best Karl Johnson movies, ranked How old is Karl Johnson?
Karl Johnson is 78 years old, born on January 1, 1948 in Wales.
What is Karl Johnson's newest movie?
The most recent film on Karl Johnson's filmography is National Theatre Live: Under Milk Wood (2021), in the role of Richard Jenkins.
Who does Karl Johnson work with most often?
Karl Johnson shares the most films with Siân Phillips (4 films), Michael Sheen (3 films) and Benedict Cumberbatch (3 films).
The Best Karl Johnson Movies, Ranked
Top rated, most awarded and biggest box office hits from 46 credits.
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