Matthew Boulton
ActingAbout Matthew Boulton
Matthew Boulton (20 January 1893 – 10 February 1962) was a British stage and film actor. He was a character actor, who often played police officers and military officers. Having established himself in the theatre, he began taking supporting roles in films including an appearance in Alfred Hitchcock's Sabotage. He subsequently emigrated to Hollywood where he worked for the remainder of his career. His films in America include The Woman in Green (1945) and The Woman in White (1948).
Matthew Boulton Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Matthew Boulton reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Matthew Boulton's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 56% of Matthew Boulton'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 To What Red Hell, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Matthew Boulton Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Matthew Boulton's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Matthew Boulton has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1951 | The Racket | Simpson (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Barbary Pirate | Tobias Sharpe | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Secret Garden | Mr. Bromley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Enchantment | Air Raid Warden | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Tarzan and the Mermaids | British Inspector-General | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Woman in White | Dr. Nevin | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Bulldog Drummond Strikes Back | William Cosgrove | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Ivy | Tom Lumford (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Stallion Road | Joe Beasley | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Woman in Green | Inspector Gregson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Brighton Strangler | Inspector Graham | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | National Velvet | Entry Official | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Man in Half Moon Street | Detective Inspector Ned Garth | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Nothing But Trouble | Prince Prentiloff | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Our Hearts Were Young and Gay | Ship’s Officer (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Ministry of Fear | Official, Ministry of Home Security (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | The White Cliffs of Dover | Immigration Officer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Two Tickets to London | Brighton | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Above Suspicion | Constable Jones (Uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Undying Monster | Coroner (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Counter-Espionage | Inspector Stephens | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | My Favorite Blonde | Colonel Ashmont | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Son of Fury: The Story of Benjamin Blake | Jury Foreman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | A Yank on the Burma Road | Rangoon Aide de camp | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | They Met in Bombay | Inspector Cressney | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Rage in Heaven | Ramsbotham | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Comrade X | British World Press Attendee | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Mystery Sea Raider | Captain Howard | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Phantom Raiders | John Ramsell Sr. | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Adventure in Diamonds | Lloyd | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Invisible Man Returns | Policeman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Earl of Chicago | Ickerton (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Bulldog Drummond's Bride | Blake, Fingerprints Expert | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Story of Dr. Jenner | Dr. Edward Jenner (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | A Christmas Carol | Charity Solicitor Twill | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Bulldog Drummond in Africa | Major Grey | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Lord Jeff | Inspector Scott | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Bulldog Drummond's Peril | Sir Raymond Blantyre | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Bulldog Drummond's Revenge | Sir John Haxton | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Firefly | Wellington | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Shall We Dance | Ship's Officer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Thirteenth Chair | Grimshaw (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Night Must Fall | Inspector Belsize | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Sabotage | Superintendent Talbot | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Bulldog Jack | Police Constable (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | The 39 Steps | Fake Police Officer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Creeping Shadows | Inspector Potter | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Third Time Lucky | Inspector | Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | The Man from Chicago | Sergeant Lane | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | To What Red Hell | Inspector Jackson | Super Hit | Similar → |
Matthew Boulton - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Matthew Boulton?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Matthew Boulton is "To What Red Hell" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Matthew Boulton acted in?
Matthew Boulton has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Matthew Boulton?
Other notable films include "The Man from Chicago", "The Story of Dr. Jenner", and "Creeping Shadows".