John Charlesworth
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John Charlesworth was born on November 12, 1935, in Hull, England. He was an actor, known for A Christmas Carol (1951), Tom Brown's Schooldays (1951) and The Children of the New Forest (1955). He died on April 2, 1960, in Birmingham, England. British juvenile actor of the 1950s, who committed suicide by gassing himself. He left a note saying "In this life, you can only let so many people down, then you realize you have gone too far!".
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of John Charlesworth reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 15 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of John Charlesworth'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 33% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), John Charlesworth remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Scrooge, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best John Charlesworth Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from John Charlesworth's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of John Charlesworth.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1961 | So Evil, So Young | Tom | Flop | Similar → |
| 1960 | Dead Lucky | Hon. Stanley Dewsbury | Flop | Similar → |
| 1960 | The Angry Silence | Intern | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Date at Midnight | Tommy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Man Upstairs | Army Lieutenant | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Five on a Treasure Island | Fischerjunge Jan | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Adventures of Hal 5 | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | Yield to the Night | Alan Price | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Blue Peter | Andrew Griffin | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | John of the Fair | John Claydon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Oracle | Denis | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Magic Box | Graham Friese-Greene | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Scrooge | Peter Cratchit | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Tom Brown's Schooldays | East | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Last Holiday | - | Hit | Similar → |
John Charlesworth - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of John Charlesworth?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring John Charlesworth is "Scrooge" with a rating of 7.4/10.
How many movies has John Charlesworth acted in?
John Charlesworth has been featured in at least 15 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by John Charlesworth?
Other notable films include "The Angry Silence", "Last Holiday", and "Yield to the Night".