David Tomlinson
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. David Cecil MacAlister Tomlinson (7 May 1917 – 24 June 2000) was an English film actor. He is primarily remembered for his roles as authority figure George Banks in Mary Poppins, fraudulent magician Professor Emelius Browne in Bedknobs and Broomsticks and as hapless antagonist Peter Thorndyke in The Love Bug. Description above from the Wikipedia article David Tomlinson, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of David Tomlinson reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of David Tomlinson's filmography leans towards the Comedy 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 28% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), David Tomlinson remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Wombling Free, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best David Tomlinson Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from David Tomlinson's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of David Tomlinson.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | Music Magic: The Sherman Brothers - Bedknobs and Broomsticks | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | The Fiendish Plot of Dr. Fu Manchu | Sir Roger Avery | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | Dominique | Attorney | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | The Water Babies | Sir John / Voice of Polar Bear | Average | Similar → |
| 1977 | Wombling Free | Roland Frogmorton | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | From Hong Kong with Love | Sir John Mac Gregor | Flop | Similar → |
| 1973 | A Friend Indeed | Sir John Holt | Flop | Similar → |
| 1971 | Bedknobs and Broomsticks | Emelius | Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | The Love Bug | Peter Thorndyke | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | The Liquidator | Quadrant | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | War-Gods of the Deep | Harold Tufnell-Jones | Flop | Similar → |
| 1965 | The Truth About Spring | Skelton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Mary Poppins | Mr. Banks | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | Tom Jones | Lord Fellamar | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | Follow That Horse! | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1958 | Further Up the Creek | Lt. Fairweather | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Up the Creek | Lt. Fairweather | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Carry On Admiral | Tom Baker | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Three Men in a Boat | J | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | All for Mary | Humphrey 'Humpy' Miller | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Is Your Honeymoon Really Necessary? | Frank Betterton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | Made in Heaven | Basil Topham | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | Castle in the Air | Earl of Locharne | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Magic Box | Lab Asst | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Hotel Sahara | Captain Puffin Cheyne | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | Calling Bulldog Drummond | Algernon "Algy" Longworth | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Wooden Horse | Phil | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | So Long at the Fair | Johnny Barton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Landfall | Binks | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Chiltern Hundreds | Lord Tony Pym | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | Helter Skelter | Nick Martin | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Marry Me | David Haig | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | Vote for Huggett | Harold Hinchley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Warning to Wantons | Count Max Kardak | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Here Come the Huggetts | Harold Hinchley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Love in Waiting | Robert Clitheroe | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Sleeping Car to Trieste | Tom Bishop | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | My Brother's Keeper | Ronnie Waring | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Broken Journey | Jimmy Marshall | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Miranda | Charles | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Easy Money | Martin Latham | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Fame Is the Spur | Lord Liskeard | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Master of Bankdam | Lancelot Handel Crowther | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | School for Secrets | Mr. Watlington | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | I See a Dark Stranger | Intelligence Officer | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Journey Together | Smith | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Way to the Stars | 'Prune' Parsons | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | "Pimpernel" Smith | Steve | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | My Wife's Family | Willie Bagshott | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Quiet Wedding | John Royd | Flop | Similar → |
David Tomlinson - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of David Tomlinson?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring David Tomlinson is "Wombling Free" with a rating of 9.5/10.
How many movies has David Tomlinson acted in?
David Tomlinson has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by David Tomlinson?
Other notable films include "Mary Poppins", ""Pimpernel" Smith", and "Bedknobs and Broomsticks".