John Laurie
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John Laurie was a noted Scottish stage, screen, and television actor.
John Laurie Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of John Laurie 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 John Laurie's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 100% of John Laurie'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 Bees on the Boat-Deck, which stands out as a key performance.
Best John Laurie Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from John Laurie's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie John Laurie has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | Wendy Richard: A Life on the Box | Private James Frazer (archive footage) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | Return to the Edge of the World | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | The Abominable Dr. Phibes | Darrow | Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Open Door | Mr. Moncrieff | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Eagle Rock | The voice of (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | Ladies Who Do | Doctor MacGregor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Kidnapped | Ebenezer Balfour | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Next to No Time | Abercrombie, Scottish Director | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Murder Reported | Mac North | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Richard III | Lovel | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Hobson's Choice | Dr. McFarlane | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Love in Pawn | Mr McCutcheon | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Johnny on the Run | Policeman | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Great Game | Mac Wells | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Laughter in Paradise | Gordon Webb | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Pandora and the Flying Dutchman | Angus | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | No Trace | Inspector MacDougall | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Treasure Island | Blind Pew | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Madeleine | Scots Divine | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Floodtide | Joe Drummond | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Hamlet | Francisco | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Mine Own Executioner | Dr. James Garsten | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | School for Secrets | Dr. McVitie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | I Know Where I'm Going! | John Campbell | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Great Day | Scottish officer in pub | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Henry V | Jamy - Captain in the English Army | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Medal for the General | McNab | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Way Ahead | Pvt. Luke | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Demi-Paradise | Wounded Sailor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Life and Death of Colonel Blimp | Murdoch | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Gentle Sex | Scots Corporal | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | The New Lot | Harry Fyfe | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Dangerous Moonlight | British Commander | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Old Mother Riley's Ghosts | McAdam | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Ghost of St. Michael's | Jamie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Sailors Three | McNab | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Laugh It Off | Jock | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Four Feathers | The Khalifa | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Bees on the Boat-Deck | Gaster | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | A Royal Divorce | Joseph Bonaparte | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Claydon Treasure Mystery | Wilson - the Valet | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Face of Scotland | Narrator | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Windmill | M. Coutard | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Edge of the World | Peter Manson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Farewell Again | Pvt. McAllister | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Tudor Rose | John Knox | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | East Meets West | Dr. Fergusson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Born That Way | McTavish | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Her Last Affaire | Robb | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | The 39 Steps | John the Crofter | Hit | Similar → |
John Laurie - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of John Laurie?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring John Laurie is "Bees on the Boat-Deck" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has John Laurie acted in?
John Laurie has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by John Laurie?
Other notable films include "Murder Reported", "The Windmill", and "The Claydon Treasure Mystery".