John Stuart
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John Stuart (John Alfred Louden Croall; 18 July 1898 – 17 October 1979) was born to Scottish parents, and was a very popular leading man in British silent films in the 1920s. He successfully made the transition to talking pictures in the 1930s and his film career went on to span almost six decades. He appeared in 172 films (including shorts), 123 stage plays, and 103 television plays and series.
John Stuart Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of John Stuart 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 Stuart'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 Stuart'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 Glad Eye, which stands out as a key performance.
Best John Stuart Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from John Stuart's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie John Stuart has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 | Superman | 10th Elder | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Village of the Damned | Professor Smith | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Too Many Crooks | Inspector Jensen | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Johnny, You're Wanted | Surgeon | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | To the Rescue | Owner of Kennels | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Ten Little Indians | Dr. Edward Armstrong | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Man from Yesterday | Gerald Amersley | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Third Time Lucky | Inspector | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Mine Own Executioner | Dr. John Hayling | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Headline | L.B. Ellington | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Women Aren't Angels | Major Gaunt | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Hard Steel | Alan Saunders | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Old Mother Riley's Ghosts | John Cartwright | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Old Mother Riley in Society | Tony Morgan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Claydon Treasure Mystery | Peter Kerrigan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Talking Feet | Dr. Roger Hood | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Blue Squadron | Colonel Mario Spada | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Green Pack | Larry Dean | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | The House of Trent | John Trent | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Wandering Jew | Pietro Morelli (Phase III) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Enemy of the Police | John Meakin | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Mayfair Girl | Robert Blair | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Love's Old Sweet Song | Paul Kingslake | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Lost Chord | David Graham | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | In a Monastery Garden | Michael Ferrier | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Hindle Wakes | Alan Jeffcote | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | The Hound of the Baskervilles | Sir Henry Baskerville | Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | Children of Chance | Gordon | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | Kissing Cup's Race | Lord Jimmy Hilhoxton | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | No Exit | Bill Alden | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | The Nipper | Max Nicholson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | High Seas | Tony Bracklethorpe | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | Eve's Fall | Jack Tremaine | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | Taxi for Two | Jack Devenish | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | Smashing Through | Richard Bristol | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | Yacht of the Seven Sins | Kilian Gurlitt | Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | The Flight Commander | John Massey | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | Sailors Don't Care | Slinger Woods | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | A Woman in Pawn | James Rawdon | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | Hindle Wakes | Allan Jeffcote | Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | The Glad Eye | Maurice | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | Mademoiselle from Armentieres | Johnny | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | Baddesley Manor: The Phantom Gambler | Stephen Ellis | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | The Tower of London | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | A Daughter of Love | Dudley Bellairs | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | We Women | Michael Rivven | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | The Alley of Golden Hearts | Jack | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | The Loves of Mary, Queen of Scots | George Douglas | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1923 | The School for Scandal | Charles Surface | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1923 | Little Miss Nobody | Guy Cheviot | Super Hit | Similar → |
John Stuart - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of John Stuart?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring John Stuart is "The Glad Eye" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has John Stuart acted in?
John Stuart has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by John Stuart?
Other notable films include "Hindle Wakes", "High Seas", and "Taxi for Two".