
Stuart Holmes
ActingAbout Stuart Holmes
Stuart Holmes (born Joseph Liebchen; March 10, 1884 – December 29, 1971) was an American actor and sculptor whose career spanned seven decades. He appeared in almost 450 films between 1909 and 1964, sometimes credited as Stewart Holmes. Holmes's film career began in 1911 and ended with The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance (1962). As a sculptor, Holmes created work for at least three California United States post offices — in Oceanside (1936), Claremont (1937), and Bell (1937). For 20 years, Holmes performed in vaudeville and on stage, with the latter often being in Shakespeare's plays. His work in the theater included a stint in Germany.
Stuart Holmes Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Stuart Holmes 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 Stuart Holmes's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 100% of Stuart Holmes'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 Her Husband’s Trademark, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Stuart Holmes Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Stuart Holmes's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Stuart Holmes has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1959 | North by Northwest | Hotel Lounge Patron (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Singin' in the Rain | J. Cumberland Spendrill III (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Alex in Wonderland | Husband | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Blazing Sixes | Extra as Dancer (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Land Beyond the Law | Bartender (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Trailin' West | Elwin H. Stanton | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Romance in the Air | Chief | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Millionaire Cat | Hubert | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | My Pal, the King | Count Kluckstein | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | War Mamas | German General | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | Captain of the Guard | Louis XVI | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | The Hawk's Nest | Barney McGuire | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | Polly of the Movies | Benjamin Wellington Fairmount | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | Your Wife and Mine | Charlie Martin | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | My Official Wife | Ivan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | Everybody's Acting | Clayton Budd | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | The Midnight Message | 'Red' Fagan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | Don Key (Son of Burro) | Aspiring Screenwriter | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | The Hurricane | The Smuggler | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | Shadow of the Law | Linyard | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | Pursued | Robert Killifer | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | Steele of the Royal Mounted | Bucky Nome | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | Friendly Enemies | Miller | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | A Fool and His Money | Count von Pless | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | The Age of Innocence | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | In Every Woman's Life | Charles Carleton | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | Vanity's Price | Henri de Greve | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | The Siren Of Seville | Cavallo | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1923 | The Unknown Purple | James Dawson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1923 | Tea- With a Kick! | Napoleon Dobbings | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1923 | Temporary Marriage | Preston Ducayne, a gambler | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1923 | Daughters of the Rich | Duc de Malakoff | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1922 | The Strangers' Banquet | Prince | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1922 | Under Two Flags | Marquis de Chateauroy | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1922 | Paid Back | Jack Gregory | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1922 | Her Husband’s Trademark | James Berkeley | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1921 | No Woman Knows | Michael Fenger | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1921 | All's Fair in Love | Rogers | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1921 | Passion Fruit | Anders Rance | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1920 | Lifting Shadows | Clifford Howard | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1920 | Trailed by Three | Michael Casserly | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1919 | The Way of a Woman | George Trevor | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1919 | The Other Man's Wife | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1919 | A Dangerous Affair | Gilbert Rance | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1919 | The New Moon | Orel Kosloff | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1918 | Treason | Anton Tell / Herr McGraff Von Aachen | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1917 | The Wild Girl | Andrio | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1917 | The Test of Womanhood | Carl Sturmer | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1917 | Love Aflame | George Howard | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1912 | Into the Jungle | Gordon | Super Hit | Similar → |
Stuart Holmes - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Stuart Holmes?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Stuart Holmes is "Her Husband’s Trademark" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Stuart Holmes acted in?
Stuart Holmes has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Stuart Holmes?
Other notable films include "The Hawk's Nest", "The Strangers' Banquet", and "Shadow of the Law".




