Cyril Thornton
ActingCyril Thornton Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Cyril Thornton reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 24 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Cyril Thornton's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 54% of Cyril Thornton'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 Name the Woman, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Cyril Thornton Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Cyril Thornton's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Cyril Thornton has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1946 | The Glass Alibi | Riggs | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Eagle Squadron | Binocular Observer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | This Above All | Station Master | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Alias Boston Blackie | Meggs - Manleder's Chauffeur (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Confirm or Deny | Refugee | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Case of the Black Parrot | Rogers | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | A Dispatch from Reuters | Clerk (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | When the Daltons Rode | First Cronie | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Waterloo Bridge | Sergeant (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Lone Wolf Strikes | Frederick | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Invisible Man Returns | Policeman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | We Are Not Alone | Man | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Tower of London | Prisoner | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Man They Could Not Hang | Senior Butler (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Man About Town | Waiter (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Mysterious Mr. Moto | Phony Policeman | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Double Danger | Thornton - Theron's majordomo (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | The White Angel | Sick Woman's Husband (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Prisoner of Shark Island | Michael O'Laughlin (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Perfect Gentleman | Workman in Pub (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Raven | Dr. Vollin's Butler (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Among the Missing | Brennan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Name the Woman | Reynolds | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Thin Man | Tanner | Super Hit | Similar → |
Cyril Thornton - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Cyril Thornton?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Cyril Thornton is "Name the Woman" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has Cyril Thornton acted in?
Cyril Thornton has been featured in at least 24 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Cyril Thornton?
Other notable films include "The Thin Man", "Waterloo Bridge", and "Double Danger".