John Gobau
ActingAbout John Gobau
John Gobau (1891-1951) was a Belgian-Dutch actor and stage director. After a short career in his native Belgium, Gobau moved to the Netherlands in 1914. Together with some fellow refugees/actors, he joined the theatre company of Willem Royaards. He stayed in the country and performed with numerous companies until shortly before his death, directing Tooneelgroep Het Masker, the Hollandsch Tooneel, Toneelgroep De Spieghel, Het Nederlandsch Tooneellyceum and De Kommedianten among others. In 1955/56 he was a member of the board at De Nieuwe Comedia. He was awarded the medal of the city of Arnhem for his role in Edward Percy's 'The shop at Sly-corner'. Gobau appeared in a few feature films as well, most notably Henry Koster's 'De Kribbebijter' (The Cross-Patch).
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of John Gobau reveals a career defined by exceptional commercial consistency. With a total of 2 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of John Gobau'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 100% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), John Gobau remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Crosspatch, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best John Gobau Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from John Gobau's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of John Gobau.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1939 | The Ghost Train | (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Crosspatch | Directeur | Super Hit | Similar → |
John Gobau - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of John Gobau?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring John Gobau is "The Crosspatch" with a rating of 9.5/10.
How many movies has John Gobau acted in?
John Gobau has been featured in at least 2 major films throughout their career.