Robert Douglas
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Robert Douglas (9 November 1909 - 11 January 1999) was born as Robert Douglas Finlayson in Fenny Stratford, Buckinghamshire. He was a successful stage and film actor, a television director and producer. He studied at RADA and made his screen debut at Bournemouth in 1927. A year later he made his first appearance on stage in Many Waters at the Ambassadors Theatre and went into films the following year. He was gently mannered with a well modulated speaking voice, who delivered his lines in clipped fashion. He could portray the sinister, conniving rogue as easily as the forthright military officer. He was married twice, including the actress Dorothy Hyson (1914–1996) and Suzanne Weldon (1921–1995), fathering two children, Lucinda and Robert (Giles). He died from natural causes in Leucadia, Encinitas, California, aged 89. His ashes were scattered into the Pacific Ocean. Description above from the Wikipedia article Robert Douglas (actor), licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Robert Douglas reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 45 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Robert Douglas'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 20% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Robert Douglas remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Young Philadelphians, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Robert Douglas Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Robert Douglas's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Robert Douglas.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1983 | Errol Flynn: Portrait of a Swashbuckler | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1974 | The Questor Tapes | Dr. Michaels | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | The Woman I Love | Stanley Baldwin | Flop | Similar → |
| N/A | And One Was Loyal | Roger Howard | Flop | Similar → |
| 1968 | Secret Ceremony | Sir Alex Gordon (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | The Lawbreakers | Allen Bardeman | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | Tarzan, the Ape Man | Col. James Parker | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | The Young Philadelphians | Uncle Morton Stearnes | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Helen of Troy | Agamemnon | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Good Morning, Miss Dove | John Porter | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Scarlet Coat | Gen. Benedict Arnold | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Virgin Queen | Sir Christopher Hatton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | King Richard and the Crusaders | Sir Giles Amaury | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Saskatchewan | Benton | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Flight to Tangier | Danzer | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Desert Rats | General | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Fair Wind to Java | Saint Ebenezer / Pulo Besar | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Prisoner of Zenda | Michael, Duke of Strelsau | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Ivanhoe | Sir Hugh De Bracy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Thunder on the Hill | Dr. Edward Jeffreys | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Target Unknown | Col. von Broeck | Flop | Similar → |
| 1950 | Kim | Colonel Creighton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Mystery Submarine | Commander Von Molter | Flop | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Flame and the Arrow | Marchese Alessandro de Granazia | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | This Side of the Law | Philip Cagle | Flop | Similar → |
| 1950 | Spy Hunt | Stephen Paradou | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Barricade | Aubrey Milburn | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Buccaneer's Girl | Alexander Narbonne | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Lady Takes a Sailor | John Tyson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Hasty Heart | Narrator (voice) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Fountainhead | Elsworth Toohey | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Homicide | Lt. Michael Landers | Flop | Similar → |
| 1948 | Adventures of Don Juan | Duque de Lorca | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Decision of Christopher Blake | Ken Blake | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | The End of the River | Jones | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Chinese Bungalow | Richard Marquess | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Lion Has Wings | Briefing Officer | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Over the Moon | John Flight | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Challenge | Edward Whymper | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Our Fighting Navy | Capt. Markham | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | London Melody | Nigel Taplow | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Death Drives Through | Kit Woods | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Blarney Stone | Lord Breethorpe | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | P.C. Josser | Dick Summers | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | Many Waters | Godfrey Marvin | Flop | Similar → |
Robert Douglas - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Robert Douglas?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Robert Douglas is "The Young Philadelphians" with a rating of 7.4/10.
How many movies has Robert Douglas acted in?
Robert Douglas has been featured in at least 45 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Robert Douglas?
Other notable films include "The Virgin Queen", "Good Morning, Miss Dove", and "The Fountainhead".