Evan Thomas
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From Wikipedia Evan Thomas, also known as Peter Evan Thomas was a Canadian-born British character actor, whose career spanned both the silent and sound film eras. He began his career in England, in Lady Windermere's Fan, written by Oscar Wilde. Born Elystan Owen Evan Thomas in Vancouver, he appeared in silent films in Great Britain. Starting in 1930, he worked in both Hollywood and England beginning in 1930, before returning permanently to the British film industry after 1946. Over his fifty-year career, he would appear in dozens of films, usually in small roles, although he did have several featured performances, as in 1928's Warned Off, and 1935's Lend Me Your Husband.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Evan Thomas reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 33 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Evan Thomas'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 18% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Evan Thomas remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Our Hearts Were Young and Gay, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Evan Thomas Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Evan Thomas's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Evan Thomas.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1955 | Children Galore | Lord Redscarfe | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | Tomorrow Is Forever | Ship's Doctor | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | My Name Is Julia Ross | Dr. Keller (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Kitty | Chaplain (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Our Hearts Were Young and Gay | Bus Driver (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Frenchman's Creek | Robert Penrose (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Dick Tracy vs. Crime Inc. | Plant Heavy 9 | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Royal Mounted Patrol | Commander | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Blonde from Singapore | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | North West Mounted Police | Capt. Gower | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Drums of Fu Manchu | Maj. Carlton | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | British Intelligence | Maj. Andrews | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Little Princess | Doctor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Arrest Bulldog Drummond | Smith | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | If I Were King | Officer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Bulldog Drummond in Africa | Sergeant | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Lord Jeff | Captain Wilson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Kidnapped | Sergeant | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Bulldog Drummond's Peril | Constable | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Buccaneer | Sir Harry Smith | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | The High Command | Chief Justice | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | For Valour | Prison Governor | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | O.H.M.S. | General | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Lend Me Your Husband | Tony | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | Mrs. Dane's Defence | James Risby | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Girl from Maxim's | Lieutenant Corrignon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | Ask Beccles | Sir Frederick Boyne | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | Tin Gods | Robert Staveley | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | Women Who Play | Willie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | Inside the Lines | Major Bishop | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | Warned Off | Colonel Cornwallis | Flop | Similar → |
| 1919 | Wisp o' the Woods | Richard Blake | Flop | Similar → |
| 1916 | Lady Windermere's Fan | Cecil Graham | Flop | Similar → |
Evan Thomas - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Evan Thomas?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Evan Thomas is "Our Hearts Were Young and Gay" with a rating of 7.3/10.
How many movies has Evan Thomas acted in?
Evan Thomas has been featured in at least 33 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Evan Thomas?
Other notable films include "Lord Jeff", "If I Were King", and "The Little Princess".