Laurence Naismith
ActingAbout Laurence Naismith
Laurence Naismith (14 December 1908 – 5 June 1992) was an English actor. Naismith appeared in films such as Diamonds Are Forever (1971), Richard III (1955), Jason and the Argonauts (1963), Sink the Bismarck! (1960), Carrington VC (1954) and as Captain Edward Smith of the RMS Titanic in A Night to Remember (1958). He appeared on Broadway in the musical Here's Love in 1963 and played the non-singing role of Merlin in the 1967 film version of the musical Camelot. In 1965 he guest-starred as barber Gilly Bright in episode 25, "The Threat" of 12 O-Clock High (TV series). He was Judge Fulton in the TV series The Persuaders! (1971), with Tony Curtis and Roger Moore. He also starred in a children's ghost film The Amazing Mr Blunden (1972). He portrayed Emperor of Austria Franz Joseph in the BBC production Fall of Eagles (1974). Naismith played the Prince of Verona in the BBC Television Shakespeare version of Romeo & Juliet. Outside of acting he was the landlord of the Rowbarge pub at Woolhampton, Berkshire and a keen cricket fan. Naismith married, in 1939, Vera Bocca of Horden, County Durham. Description above from the Wikipedia article Laurence Naismith, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Laurence Naismith reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Laurence Naismith'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 70% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Laurence Naismith remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Perilous Assignment, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Laurence Naismith Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Laurence Naismith's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Laurence Naismith.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 | Romeo and Juliet | Prince Escalus | Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | London Conspiracy | Judge Fulton | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | The Persuaders! | Judge Fulton | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | The Amazing Mr. Blunden | Mr. Frederick Percival Blunden | Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | Young Winston | Lord Salisbury | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | Diamonds Are Forever | Sir Donald Munger | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | Quest for Love | Sir Henry Lanstein | Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | Scrooge | Mr. Fezziwig | Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | Run a Crooked Mile | Lord Dunnsfield | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | The Valley of Gwangi | Professor Bromley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | Camelot | Merlyn | Average | Similar → |
| 1963 | The Three Lives of Thomasina | Reverend Angus Paddie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | Jason and the Argonauts | Argos | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | Cleopatra | Arachesilaus (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | The 300 Spartans | First Delegate | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | The Valiant | Admiral | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | The Prince and the Pauper | Earl of Hertford | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Greyfriars Bobby | Mr. Traill | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | The Singer Not the Song | Old Uncle | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | The World of Suzie Wong | O’Neill | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | The Criminal | Mr. Town | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | Village of the Damned | Dr. Willers | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | The Trials of Oscar Wilde | Prince of Wales | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | The Angry Silence | Martindale | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Sink the Bismarck! | First Sea Lord Admiral Sir Dudley Pound | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Third Man on the Mountain | Teo Zurbriggen | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Perilous Assignment | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Solomon and Sheba | Hezrai | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | A Night to Remember | Capt. Edward John Smith | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Gideon's Day | Arthur Sayer | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Seven Waves Away | Captain Paul Darrow | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Tiger in the Smoke | Canon Avril | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Lust for Life | Dr. Bosman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Man Who Never Was | Adm. Cross | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Extra Day | Kurt Vorn | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Dam Busters | Farmer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Black Knight | Major Domo | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Million Pound Note | Walter Craddock | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Love in Pawn | Uncle Amos | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Mogambo | Skipper | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Rough Shoot | Blossom | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Long Memory | Hasbury | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Happy Family | Councillor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Penny Princess | Louis the Jailkeeper (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | I Believe in You | Sergeant Braxton | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Whispering Smith Hits London | Parker | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Pool of London | Commissionaire (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Happiest Days of Your Life | Dr. Collet | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Kind Hearts and Coronets | Warder in Jail (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Trouble in the Air | - | Hit | Similar → |
Laurence Naismith - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Laurence Naismith?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Laurence Naismith is "Perilous Assignment" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Laurence Naismith acted in?
Laurence Naismith has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Laurence Naismith?
Other notable films include "London Conspiracy", "The Persuaders!", and "Run a Crooked Mile".