David Farrar
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia David Farrar (21 August 1908 – 31 August 1995) was an English stage and film actor, born in Forest Gate, east London. Three of his most notable film roles were leads in the Powell and Pressburger films Black Narcissus (1947), The Small Back Room (1949), and Gone to Earth (1950). He retired in 1962. After the death of his wife Irene in 1976, he moved to South Africa to be with their daughter. Description above from the Wikipedia article David Farrar (actor), licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
David Farrar Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of David Farrar reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 46 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of David Farrar's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 46% of David Farrar'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 The Webster Boy, which stands out as a key performance.
Best David Farrar Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from David Farrar's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie David Farrar has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1962 | The 300 Spartans | Xerxes | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | The Webster Boy | Paul Webster | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Beat Girl | Paul Linden | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | Solomon and Sheba | Pharaoh | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | John Paul Jones | John Wilkes | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | Watusi | Rick Cobb | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Son of Robin Hood | Des Roches | Flop | Similar → |
| 1958 | I Accuse! | Mathieu Dreyfus | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Woman and the Hunter | David Kirby | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Battle of the River Plate | Narrator | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Lost | Detective Inspector Craig | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Pearl of the South Pacific | Bully Hague | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Sea Chase | Commander Jeff Napier | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Escape to Burma | The Sawbwa | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Lilacs in the Spring | Charles King | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Black Shield of Falworth | Gilbert Blunt, Earl of Alban | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Duel in the Jungle | Perry Henderson / Arthur Henderson | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Golden Horde | Sir Guy of Devon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | Night Without Stars | Giles Gordon | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Late Edwina Black | Gregory Black | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Gone to Earth | John Reddin | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Cage of Gold | Bill | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Diamond City | Stafford Parker | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Small Back Room | Sammy Rice | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Mr. Perrin and Mr. Traill | David Traill | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Frieda | Robert Dawson | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Black Narcissus | Mr. Dean | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Lisbon Story | David Warren | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Trojan Brothers | Sid Nichols | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Echo Murders | Sexton Blake | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Meet Sexton Blake | Sexton Blake | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | The World Owes Me a Living | Paul Collyer | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | For Those in Peril | Murray | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Hundred Pound Window | George Graham | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Night Invader | Dick Marlow | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Headline | 'Brookie ' Brooks | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Dark Tower | Tom Danton | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | They Met in the Dark | Commander Lippinscott | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Went the Day Well? | Lieutenant Jung | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Suspected Person | Inspector Thompson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Sheepdog of the Hills | Reverend Michael Varney | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Danny Boy | Martin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Q Planes | Viking Bo'sun | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | A Royal Divorce | Louis Bonaparte | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Sexton Blake and the Hooded Terror | Granite Grant | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Return of a Stranger | Dr. Young | Average | Similar → |
David Farrar - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of David Farrar?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring David Farrar is "The Webster Boy" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has David Farrar acted in?
David Farrar has been featured in at least 46 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by David Farrar?
Other notable films include "A Royal Divorce", "The Night Invader", and "The Hundred Pound Window".