Clifton Webb
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Clifton Webb (November 19, 1889 – October 13, 1966) was an American actor, dancer, and singer known for his Oscar-nominated roles in such films as Laura, The Razor's Edge, and Sitting Pretty. In the theatrical world he was known for his appearances in the plays of Noël Coward, notably Blithe Spirit. Description above from the Wikipedia article Clifton Webb, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Clifton Webb reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 30 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Clifton Webb's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 50% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Clifton Webb remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Preminger: Anatomy of a Filmmaker, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Clifton Webb Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Clifton Webb's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Clifton Webb.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | The Silver Screen: Color Me Lavender | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | Barbara Stanwyck: Straight Down The Line | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Preminger: Anatomy of a Filmmaker | actor 'Laura' (archive footage) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Satan Never Sleeps | Father Bovard | Flop | Similar → |
| 1961 | The Legend of Rudolph Valentino | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | Holiday for Lovers | Robert Dean | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | The Remarkable Mr. Pennypacker | Mr. Horace Pennypacker | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Boy on a Dolphin | Victor Parmalee | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Man Who Never Was | Lt. Cmdr. Ewen Montagu | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Woman's World | Ernest Gifford | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Three Coins in the Fountain | John Frederick Shadwell | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Mister Scoutmaster | Robert Jordan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Titanic | Richard Ward Sturges | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Stars and Stripes Forever | John Philip Sousa | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Dreamboat | Thornton Sayre | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Belles on Their Toes | Frank Gilbreth (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Elopement | Howard Osborne | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | Mr. Belvedere Rings the Bell | Mr.Belvedere | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | For Heaven's Sake | Charles / Slim Charles | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Cheaper by the Dozen | Frank Gilbreth | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Mr. Belvedere Goes to College | Lynn Belvedere | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Sitting Pretty | Lynn Belvedere | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Razor's Edge | Elliott Templeton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Dark Corner | Hardy Cathcart | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Laura | Waldo Lydecker | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | The Still Alarm | Bob Barclay | Flop | Similar → |
| 1925 | The Heart of a Siren | Maxim | Flop | Similar → |
| 1925 | New Toys | Tom Lawrence | Flop | Similar → |
| 1920 | Polly with a Past | Harry Richardson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1917 | National Red Cross Pageant | Dancer, The Pavane - French episode | Flop | Similar → |
Clifton Webb - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Clifton Webb?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Clifton Webb is "Preminger: Anatomy of a Filmmaker" with a rating of 7.7/10.
How many movies has Clifton Webb acted in?
Clifton Webb has been featured in at least 30 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Clifton Webb?
Other notable films include "Laura", "Barbara Stanwyck: Straight Down The Line", and "Sitting Pretty".