Mary Clare
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Mary Clare (17 July 1892 – 29 August 1970) was a British actress of stage, film and television. In films, she was mainly a character actress, in later life often portraying mature ladies who had strength of character or were autocratic. She appeared in two of the British-made Alfred Hitchcock films, Young and Innocent (1937) and The Lady Vanishes (1938).
Mary Clare Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Mary Clare 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 Mary Clare's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 82% of Mary Clare'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 London Town, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Mary Clare Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Mary Clare's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Mary Clare has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1959 | The Price of Silence | Mrs. West | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Moulin Rouge | Madame Loubet | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Penny Princess | Maria | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Portrait of Clare | Lady Hingston | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Black Rose | Countess Eleanor of Lessford | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Cardboard Cavalier | Milady Doverhouse | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Esther Waters | Mrs. Latch | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Oliver Twist | Mrs. Corney | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Three Weird Sisters | Maude Morgan-Vaughan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | My Brother Jonathan | Mrs. Dakers | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Mrs. Fitzherbert | Duchess of Devonshire | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | London Town | Mrs. Gates | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | One Exciting Night | Mrs. Trout | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Fiddlers Three | Volumnia | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Hundred Pound Window | Millie Draper | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Night Has Eyes | Mrs. Ranger | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Patient Vanishes | Matron | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Old Bill and Son | Maggie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Briggs Family | Mrs. Briggs | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Mrs Pym of Scotland Yard | Mrs Pym | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | On the Night of the Fire | Lizzie Crane | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | There Ain't No Justice | Ma Mutch | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Climbing High | Lady Emily Westaker | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Citadel | Mrs. Orlando | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Lady Vanishes | Baroness Isabel Nisatona | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Challenge | His Mother | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Rat | Mere Colline | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Young and Innocent | Erica's Aunt Margaret | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Mill on the Floss | Mrs. Moss | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Guv'nor | Mme. Barsac | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Passing of the Third Floor Back | Mrs. Sharpe | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Clairvoyant | Mother | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Lorna Doone | Mistress Sara Ridd | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Say It with Flowers | Kate Bishop | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Constant Nymph | Linda Sanger | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Keepers of Youth | Mrs. Venner | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Many Waters | Mrs. Rosel | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Bill's Legacy | Mrs. Smithers | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Gipsy Blood | Factory Girl | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Hindle Wakes | Mrs. Jeffcote | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | The Outsider | Mrs. Coates | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Shadows | Lily | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | The Feather | Mrs Dalton | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | The Constant Nymph | Linda Sanger | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | Becket | Queen Eleanor of Aquitaine | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | Lights of London | Hetty Preene | Hit | Similar → |
| 1922 | A Gipsy Cavalier | Janet | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1922 | A Prince of Lovers | Lady Caroline Lamb | Hit | Similar → |
| 1921 | The Skin Game | Chloe Hornblower | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1920 | The Black Spider | Angela Brentwood | Super Hit | Similar → |
Mary Clare - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Mary Clare?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Mary Clare is "London Town" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Mary Clare acted in?
Mary Clare has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Mary Clare?
Other notable films include "Hindle Wakes", "Say It with Flowers", and "The Constant Nymph".