John Stuart
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John Stuart (John Alfred Louden Croall; 18 July 1898 – 17 October 1979) was born to Scottish parents, and was a very popular leading man in British silent films in the 1920s. He successfully made the transition to talking pictures in the 1930s and his film career went on to span almost six decades. He appeared in 172 films (including shorts), 123 stage plays, and 103 television plays and series.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of John Stuart reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of John Stuart'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 38% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), John Stuart remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Wandering Jew, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best John Stuart Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from John Stuart's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of John Stuart.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 | Superman | 10th Elder | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | Royal Flash | English General | Average | Similar → |
| 1963 | The Scarlet Blade | Beverley | Flop | Similar → |
| 1963 | Paranoiac | Williams | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Village of the Damned | Professor Smith | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Bottoms Up! | Police Officer | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | Sink the Bismarck! | Captain Kerr - 'Hood' | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | The Mummy | Coroner | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Too Many Crooks | Inspector Jensen | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Secret Man | Dr. Warren | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Further Up the Creek | Admiral | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Chain of Events | Bank Manager | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Revenge of Frankenstein | Inspector | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Naked Truth | Police Inspector | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Quatermass 2 | The Police Commissioner | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Eyewitness | Chief Constable | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Last Man to Hang | Magistrate | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Alias John Preston | Dr. Underwood | Flop | Similar → |
| 1955 | It's a Great Day | Detective Inspector | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Men of Sherwood Forest | Moraine | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Street Corner | Magistrate | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Ringer | Gardener | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Magic Box | 2nd Platform Man at Connaught | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | To the Rescue | Owner of Kennels | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Mr. Denning Drives North | Wilson | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Man on the Run | Det. Inspector Jim McBane | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Third Time Lucky | Inspector | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Escape from Broadmoor | Inspector Thornton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | R.U.R. | Alquist | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Mrs. Fitzherbert | Duke of Bedford | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Mine Own Executioner | Dr. John Hayling | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Phantom Shot | Inspector Webb | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Madonna of the Seven Moons | Guiseppe Labardi | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Headline | L.B. Ellington | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Banana Ridge | Chief Police Officer Staples | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Seventh Survivor | Robert Cooper | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Old Mother Riley's Ghosts | John Cartwright | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Old Mother Riley in Society | Tony Morgan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Talking Feet | Dr. Roger Hood | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Abdul the Damned | Talak Pasha, Officer of Turkish Army | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | D’Ye Ken John Peel? | Captain Moonlight / Captain Freeman | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Black Abbot | Frank Brooks | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Wandering Jew | Pietro Morelli (Phase III) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Mistress of Atlantis | Lt. Saint-Avit | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | Verdict of the Sea | Gentleman Burton | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | Number Seventeen | Barton | Average | Similar → |
| 1931 | The Hound of the Baskervilles | Sir Henry Baskerville | Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | Yacht of the Seven Sins | Kilian Gurlitt | Average | Similar → |
| 1927 | Hindle Wakes | Allan Jeffcote | Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | The Pleasure Garden | Hugh Fielding | Flop | Similar → |
John Stuart - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of John Stuart?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring John Stuart is "The Wandering Jew" with a rating of 7.6/10.
How many movies has John Stuart acted in?
John Stuart has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by John Stuart?
Other notable films include "Too Many Crooks", "Village of the Damned", and "Superman".