Stringer Davis
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Stringer Davis (4 June 1899 – 29 August 1973) was an English character actor. Davis was born James Buckley Stringer Davis in Birkenhead, Cheshire, England. He was bisexual and married fellow performer Margaret Rutherford in 1945. The marriage was happy and they stayed together until her death in 1972. He was most famous for his supporting roles in various films and television series, where he often played a gentle old Englishman character. He appeared alongside his wife in a number of films, including four adaptations of Agatha Christie novels featuring Rutherford as Miss Marple. Description above from the Wikipedia article Stringer Davis, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Stringer Davis Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Stringer Davis reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 22 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Stringer Davis's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 45% of Stringer Davis'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 Murder She Said, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Stringer Davis Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Stringer Davis's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Stringer Davis has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Truly Miss Marple: The Curious Case of Margaret Rutherford | Self (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | The Alphabet Murders | Mr. Stringer (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | The Stately Ghosts of England | Himself | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Murder Ahoy | Jim Stringer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Murder Most Foul | Jim Stringer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | The V.I.P.s | Hotel Waiter | Average | Similar → |
| 1963 | Murder at the Gallop | Jim Stringer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | The Mouse on the Moon | 1st Councillor (Uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | Murder She Said | Jim Stringer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | A Woman of No Importance | Farquhar | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | I'm All Right Jack | Reporter | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Just My Luck | Goodwood Steward (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Smallest Show on Earth | Emmett | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | The March Hare | Doctor | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Aunt Clara | Doctor | Flop | Similar → |
| 1954 | Mad About Men | The Vicar (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Trouble in Store | Shop Assistant (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Innocents in Paris | Arbuthnot | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Runaway Bus | 2nd Transport Officer | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Curtain Up | Vicar | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Happiest Days of Your Life | Rev. Rich | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Miranda | Museum Attendant | Average | Similar → |
Stringer Davis - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Stringer Davis?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Stringer Davis is "Murder She Said" with a rating of 7.3/10.
How many movies has Stringer Davis acted in?
Stringer Davis has been featured in at least 22 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Stringer Davis?
Other notable films include "Curtain Up", "Murder Most Foul", and "Murder Ahoy".