Cedric Hardwicke
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Sir Cedric Webster Hardwicke (19 February 1893 – 6 August 1964) was a noted English stage and film actor whose career spanned nearly fifty years. Hardwicke's theatre work included notable performances in productions of the plays of William Shakespeare and George Bernard Shaw, and his film work included leading roles in a number of adapted literary classics. Description above from the Wikipedia article Cedric Hardwicke, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Cedric Hardwicke Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Cedric Hardwicke reflects exceptional commercial consistency. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Cedric Hardwicke's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 84% of Cedric Hardwicke's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Victory, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Cedric Hardwicke Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Cedric Hardwicke's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Cedric Hardwicke has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | The Making of The Ten Commandments | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | Rope Unleashed | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Frankenstein: A Cinematic Scrapbook | Dr. Frankenstein (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | The Pumpkin Eater | Mr. James - Jo's father | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | The Unknown | Colas | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Around the World in 80 Days | Francis Cromarty | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Ten Commandments | Sethi | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Gaby | Mr. Edgar Carrington | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Helen of Troy | Priam | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Richard III | King Edward IV of England | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | The War of the Worlds | Commentary (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Botany Bay | Gov. Phillip | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Green Glove | Father Goron | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Desert Fox: The Story of Rommel | Dr. Karl Strolin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Now Barabbas | Governor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Winslow Boy | Arthur Winslow | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | I Remember Mama | Mr. Hyde | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | A Woman's Vengeance | Dr. James Libbard | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Rope | Mr. Henry Kentley | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Song of My Heart | Grand Duke | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Lured | Julian Wilde | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Ivy | Inspector Orpington | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Life and Adventures of Nicholas Nickleby | Ralph Nickleby | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Beware of Pity | Dr. Albert Condor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Sentimental Journey | Dr. Jim Miller | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Picture of Dorian Gray | Narrator (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Keys of the Kingdom | Monsignor at Tweedside | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Lodger | Robert Bonting | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Wing and a Prayer | Admiral | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Cross of Lorraine | Father Sebastian | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Moon Is Down | Col. Lanser | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Forever and a Day | Mr. Dabb | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Suspicion | General McLaidlaw | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Victory | Mr. Jones | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Howards of Virginia | Fleetwood Peyton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Tom Brown's School Days | Dr. Thomas Arnold | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Invisible Man Returns | Richard Cobb | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Hunchback of Notre Dame | Frollo | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Stanley and Livingstone | Dr. David Livingstone | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | On Borrowed Time | Mr. Brink | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Green Light | Dean Harcourt | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Laburnum Grove | Mr. Baxley | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Tudor Rose | Earl of Warwick | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Things to Come | Theotocopulos | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Peg of Old Drury | David Garrick | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Les Misérables | Bishop Bienvenue (as Sir Cedric Hardwicke) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | The King of Paris | Max Till | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Lady Is Willing | Gustav Dupont | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Nell Gwyn | Charles II | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Dreyfus | Captain Alfred Dreyfus | Hit | Similar → |
Cedric Hardwicke - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Cedric Hardwicke?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Cedric Hardwicke is "Victory" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has Cedric Hardwicke acted in?
Cedric Hardwicke has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Cedric Hardwicke?
Other notable films include "Laburnum Grove", "Tudor Rose", and "The King of Paris".