Marianne Stone
ActingAbout Marianne Stone
The accomplished character actress Marianne Stone had the distinction of being the most prolific actress in the UK, appearing in over 200 films, an achievement that earned her a place in the latest Guinness Book of World Records as "the actress with the most screen credits". She has also been hailed in the book English Gothic: A Century of Horror Cinema for her contribution to the horror movies that flourished in the Sixties, but most of her screen roles were as working-class characters. In two of her earliest films she was respectively a shop assistant in When the Bough Breaks (1947), and a sluggish waitress in Brighton Rock (1947).
Marianne Stone Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Marianne Stone 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 Marianne Stone's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 100% of Marianne Stone'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 At the Stroke of Nine, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Marianne Stone Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Marianne Stone's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Marianne Stone has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | What's a Carry On? | Maud (archive footage) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | In Possession | Woman Downstairs | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Funny Money | Admissions Nurse | Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | Baxter! | Woman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | All Coppers Are... | Distressed Woman in Pub | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | The Firechasers | Edwards | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | Scrooge | Party Guest | Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | The Games | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | Twisted Nerve | Store Detective | Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | The Bliss of Mrs. Blossom | Factory Tea Lady | Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | To Sir, with Love | Gert | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | Strangler's Web | Alicia Preston | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | The Man with Two Faces | Secretary | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | A Hard Day's Night | Society Reporter (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | We Shall See | Jenny | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | The Hi-Jackers | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | A Stitch in Time | Mrs. Cutforth (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | Ladies Who Do | Mrs. Gubbins | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | The Cool Mikado | Espresso waitress (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | The Marked One | Mrs. Benson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Band of Thieves | Cleaner | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Jigsaw | Secretary (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Lolita | Vivian Darkbloom | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Two and Two Make Six | Grand Hotel day receptionist | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | The Day the Earth Caught Fire | Miss Evans (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Watch It, Sailor! | Waiting room woman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Five Golden Hours | Tina | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | The Big Day | Madge Delaney | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | The Angry Silence | Mavis | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Jet Storm | Reporter (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | The Heart of a Man | Countergirl | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Tiger Bay | Mrs. Williams | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | A Cry from the Streets | Cleaner | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | A Night to Remember | Stewardess (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Innocent Sinners | Sparkey's Mother | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Golden Disc | Dryden's Secretary | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | At the Stroke of Nine | Secretary | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Good Companions | Marilyn, Honeymoon Couple | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Eyewitness | Cinema Usherette | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Yield to the Night | Richardson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Cloak Without Dagger | Mrs. Markley | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Charley Moon | Silvers' Secretary | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Lost | Mrs. Marley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Dance Little Lady | Nurse | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Gay Dog | Barmaid (Uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | A Day to Remember | Doreen, Shorty's Girlfriend | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Time, Gentlemen, Please! | Mrs Pincer | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Seven Days to Noon | Woman in Phone Box | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Brighton Rock | Waitress | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | When The Bough Breaks | Shop Assistant (as Mary Stone) | Hit | Similar → |
Marianne Stone - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Marianne Stone?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Marianne Stone is "At the Stroke of Nine" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Marianne Stone acted in?
Marianne Stone has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Marianne Stone?
Other notable films include "The Cool Mikado", "The Man with Two Faces", and "Time, Gentlemen, Please!".