Robert English

Acting

Freshness: Jan 21, 2026

21Total Films

6.6 Highest Rated

Born: Dec 2, 1874

Birth Place: Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, England, UK

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Robert English reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 21 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Robert English'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 5% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Robert English remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Mrs Pym of Scotland Yard, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Robert English Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Robert English's career based on audience ratings.

★6.6

Mrs Pym of Scotland Yard (1940) movie poster

★6.6

Mrs Pym of Scotland Yard: An eccentric woman detective investigates the murders of several people who visited the same medium.

Mrs Pym of Scotland Yard

1940•Crime

★6.1

★6.1

Honeymoon for Three: In this musical comedy, the trouble begins when a carefree playboy steals the virtue of a young French maiden and is for

Honeymoon for Three

1935•Music

★6.0

The Secret of Stamboul (1936) movie poster

★6.0

The Secret of Stamboul: A man travels to Istanbul to try and prevent a revolution.

The Secret of Stamboul

1936•Drama

★6.0

★6.0

Talking Feet: An east London fishmonger's young daughter (Hazel Ascot) is so grateful to Dr Hood (John Stuart) for saving her dog Patc

Talking Feet

1937•Music

★6.0

★6.0

Song of the Road: After the Local council he works for decides to replace its horse-drawn services with motor vehicles, one of the drivers

Song of the Road

1937•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Robert English.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1997	Separation Anxiety	Family Unity Man 1	Flop	Similar →
1940	Mrs Pym of Scotland Yard	Commissioner of Police	Hit	Similar →
1937	Song of the Road	Chairman	Average	Similar →
1937	Talking Feet	Lord Langdale	Average	Similar →
1936	The Secret of Stamboul	Sir George	Average	Similar →
1936	Educated Evans	Lord Brickett	Flop	Similar →
1936	Everything Is Rhythm	The Duke	Average	Similar →
1935	Honeymoon for Three	Herbert Denver	Average	Similar →
1933	Commissionaire	Colonel Gretton	Flop	Similar →
1931	A Honeymoon Adventure	Mr. Harvey	Flop	Similar →
1931	The Chance of a Night Time	General Rackham	Flop	Similar →
1930	The Romance of London	Col. Berkeley	Flop	Similar →
1929	The American Prisoner	Colonel Governor	Flop	Similar →
1928	A Knight in London	Mr. McComber	Flop	Similar →
1927	A Woman Redeemed	Colonel Maddox	Flop	Similar →
1923	Guy Fawkes	Radcliffe	Flop	Similar →
1923	Out to Win	Lord Altmont Frayne	Flop	Similar →
1922	The Crimson Circle	Felix Marl	Flop	Similar →
1922	A Lost Leader	Lawrence Mannering	Flop	Similar →
1921	The Fruitful Vine	Sir Theodore Cannynge	Flop	Similar →
1921	The Four Feathers	Lieutenant Sutch	Flop	Similar →

Robert English - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Robert English?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Robert English is "Mrs Pym of Scotland Yard" with a rating of 6.6/10.

How many movies has Robert English acted in?

Robert English has been featured in at least 21 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Robert English?

Other notable films include "Honeymoon for Three", "The Secret of Stamboul", and "Talking Feet".