Eily Malyon
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Eily Malyon (born Eily Sophie Lees-Craston, 30 October 1879 – 26 September 1961) was an English character actress in the 1930s and 1940s. Malyon was born in London in 1879. Her mother, Agnes Thomas, was also an actress. Malyon specialised in playing stern schoolteachers, maids, nurses, nuns, governesses and spinsters, usually in melodramas, historical dramas and thrillers.
Eily Malyon Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Eily Malyon 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 Eily Malyon's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 76% of Eily Malyon'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 You're Telling Me, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Eily Malyon Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Eily Malyon's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Eily Malyon has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1948 | The Challenge | Kitty Fyffe | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Secret Heart | Miss Hunter | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Paris Underground | Madame Martin | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Son of Lassie | Washwoman | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Grissly's Millions | Mattie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Seventh Cross | Fraulein Bachmann | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Going My Way | Mrs. Carmody | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Jane Eyre | Mrs. Skatcher | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Man from Down Under | Sarah | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Above Suspicion | Walmer Hotel Proprietess (Uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Shadow of a Doubt | Mrs. Cochran (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | I Married a Witch | Tabitha Wooley (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Man in the Trunk | Abbie Addison | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | You're Telling Me | Mrs. Appleby | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Hit the Road | Cathy Crookshank | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Man Hunt | Postmistress | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Reaching for the Sun | Landlady | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Arkansas Judge | Mrs. Smithers | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Flowing Gold | Cashier (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Foreign Correspondent | College Arms Hotel Cashier (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Barricade | Mrs. Little | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | We Are Not Alone | Archdeacon's Wife | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | On Borrowed Time | Demetria Riffle | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Confessions of a Nazi Spy | Mrs. McLaughlin | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Hound of the Baskervilles | Mrs. Barryman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Little Princess | Cook | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Young in Heart | Sarah | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm | Mrs. Turner | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Another Dawn | Mrs. Farnold | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Night Must Fall | Nurse | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Camille | Therese the Maid in Country House (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Career Woman | Miss Brinkerhoff | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Three Men on a Horse | Miss Burns | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Devil-Doll | Laundry Supervisor (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | The White Angel | Sister Colomba | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Little Lord Fauntleroy | Landlady | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | A Tale of Two Cities | Mrs. Cruncher | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Kind Lady | Mrs. Edwards | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | I Found Stella Parish | Ship's Clothing Clerk (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Diamond Jim | Organist | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Farmer Takes a Wife | Angus' Wife | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Mark of the Vampire | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Les Misérables | Mother Superior | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Florentine Dagger | Fredericka | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Romance in Manhattan | Miss Evans | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Great Expectations | Sarah Pocket | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Looking Forward | Mrs. Munsey | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Today We Live | Wendy, the Maid (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | Night Court | Hungry Woman in Court (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Wet Parade | Irish Drunk's Wife (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
Eily Malyon - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Eily Malyon?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Eily Malyon is "You're Telling Me" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Eily Malyon acted in?
Eily Malyon has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Eily Malyon?
Other notable films include "The Man in the Trunk", "Arkansas Judge", and "Romance in Manhattan".