David Farrar
ActingAbout David Farrar
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia David Farrar (21 August 1908 – 31 August 1995) was an English stage and film actor, born in Forest Gate, east London. Three of his most notable film roles were leads in the Powell and Pressburger films Black Narcissus (1947), The Small Back Room (1949), and Gone to Earth (1950). He retired in 1962. After the death of his wife Irene in 1976, he moved to South Africa to be with their daughter. Description above from the Wikipedia article David Farrar (actor), licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of David Farrar reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 46 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of David Farrar'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 15% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), David Farrar remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Mr. Perrin and Mr. Traill, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best David Farrar Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from David Farrar's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of David Farrar.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1962 | The 300 Spartans | Xerxes | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | The Webster Boy | Paul Webster | Flop | Similar → |
| 1960 | Beat Girl | Paul Linden | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | Solomon and Sheba | Pharaoh | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | John Paul Jones | John Wilkes | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | Watusi | Rick Cobb | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Son of Robin Hood | Des Roches | Flop | Similar → |
| 1958 | I Accuse! | Mathieu Dreyfus | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Woman and the Hunter | David Kirby | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Battle of the River Plate | Narrator | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Lost | Detective Inspector Craig | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Pearl of the South Pacific | Bully Hague | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Sea Chase | Commander Jeff Napier | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Escape to Burma | The Sawbwa | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Lilacs in the Spring | Charles King | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Black Shield of Falworth | Gilbert Blunt, Earl of Alban | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Duel in the Jungle | Perry Henderson / Arthur Henderson | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Golden Horde | Sir Guy of Devon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | Night Without Stars | Giles Gordon | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Late Edwina Black | Gregory Black | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Gone to Earth | John Reddin | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Cage of Gold | Bill | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Diamond City | Stafford Parker | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Small Back Room | Sammy Rice | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Mr. Perrin and Mr. Traill | David Traill | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Frieda | Robert Dawson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | Black Narcissus | Mr. Dean | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Lisbon Story | David Warren | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Trojan Brothers | Sid Nichols | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Echo Murders | Sexton Blake | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | Meet Sexton Blake | Sexton Blake | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | The World Owes Me a Living | Paul Collyer | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | For Those in Peril | Murray | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Hundred Pound Window | George Graham | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Night Invader | Dick Marlow | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Headline | 'Brookie ' Brooks | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Dark Tower | Tom Danton | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | They Met in the Dark | Commander Lippinscott | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Went the Day Well? | Lieutenant Jung | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Suspected Person | Inspector Thompson | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Sheepdog of the Hills | Reverend Michael Varney | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Danny Boy | Martin | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Q Planes | Viking Bo'sun | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | A Royal Divorce | Louis Bonaparte | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Sexton Blake and the Hooded Terror | Granite Grant | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Return of a Stranger | Dr. Young | Average | Similar → |
David Farrar - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of David Farrar?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring David Farrar is "Mr. Perrin and Mr. Traill" with a rating of 7.7/10.
How many movies has David Farrar acted in?
David Farrar has been featured in at least 46 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by David Farrar?
Other notable films include "Black Narcissus", "Went the Day Well?", and "Sheepdog of the Hills".