Leonard Carey
ActingAbout Leonard Carey
Leonard Carey (25 February 1887 – 11 September 1977) was an English character actor who very often played butlers in Hollywood films of the 1930s, 1940s and 1950s. He was also active in television during the 1950s. He is perhaps best known for his role as the beach hermit, Ben, in Alfred Hitchcock's Rebecca (1940).
Leonard Carey Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Leonard Carey 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 Leonard Carey's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 100% of Leonard Carey'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 Tuxedo Junction, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Leonard Carey Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Leonard Carey's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Leonard Carey has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1956 | While the City Sleeps | Walter's Butler (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Lady and the Bandit | Jailer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Strangers on a Train | Anthonys' Butler (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Kind Lady | Postman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Slightly French | Wilson (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Moss Rose | Coroner (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Ministry of Fear | Porter (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Gaslight | Guide (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Heaven Can Wait | Flogdell (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Mrs. Miniver | Chandler (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | This Above All | Policeman with Rector | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | What's Cookin'? | Butler | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Son of Fury: The Story of Benjamin Blake | Pale Tom (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Tuxedo Junction | Jenkins | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Suspicion | The McLaidlaw's Butler Burton (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Moon Over Her Shoulder | Mate Dusty Rhodes | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Private Nurse | Smithton - the Butler | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Accent on Love | Flowers | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | West Point Widow | Simpson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | That Hamilton Woman | Orderly (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Sky Murder | Sutter - Grand's Butler | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Hired Wife | Peterson - Butler | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Private Affairs | Casper the Butler | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | In Old Missouri | Haskins | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Rebecca | Ben | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Five Little Peppers And How They Grew | Martin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Hound of the Baskervilles | Hugo's Servant (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Lone Wolf Spy Hunt | Jameson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Blond Cheat | Meggs (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Hold That Kiss | Gibley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Sally, Irene and Mary | Zorka's Butler | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Angel | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Night of Mystery | Lister | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Luckiest Girl in the World | Butler | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Little Miss Nobody | Butler | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Wife vs. Secretary | Taggart (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Here's to Romance | Buttler | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Two for Tonight | Mr. Myers' Butler | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Hold 'Em Yale | Langdonn | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Double Door | William | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Worst Woman in Paris? | Chumley - the Butler | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Avenger | Talbot | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Ann Carver's Profession | Melville, the Butler (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Infernal Machine | Hans | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | A Lady's Profession | Albert - Garfield's Butler (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Shanghai Express | Carey (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | This Reckless Age | Braithwaite (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde | Briggs, Lanyon's Butler (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Working Girls | Boyd's Butler (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Nice Women | Connors, Butler | Super Hit | Similar → |
Leonard Carey - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Leonard Carey?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Leonard Carey is "Tuxedo Junction" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Leonard Carey acted in?
Leonard Carey has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Leonard Carey?
Other notable films include "Night of Mystery", "The Worst Woman in Paris?", and "Nice Women".