Josephine Stuart
ActingAbout Josephine Stuart
Josephine was born into a naval family. Her father was a Commander. She attended the Royal Naval School in England. Josephine discovered her love of acting as a teenager and began her career when she left school. She married French actor Gerard Guillaumat in 1948 and had a daughter Anna in 1949. The couple were divorced in 1957 after Gerard returned to France to pursue his acting career there. In 1966 Josephine met and married theatre director John Ridley. And together they continued a varied and rich acting and directing duo until leaving the theatre altogether in 1975. It was then that John Ridley completely renovated a 16th century water mill in Blair Atholl, Scotland. Together they ran the Mill for a number of years until John's death. After John's death, Josephine emigrated to Canada to be with her daughter Anna, and grandchildren. Josephine was a generous, kind, wonderful woman. A deep spiritual thinker and a courageous actress. She is greatly missed by her family. [Source: Anna Bowness-Park (Josephine's daughter)]
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Josephine Stuart reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 8 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Josephine Stuart'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 38% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Josephine Stuart remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Oliver Twist, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Josephine Stuart Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Josephine Stuart's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Josephine Stuart.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1969 | Destiny of a Spy | Elizaveta | Flop | Similar → |
| 1960 | Night Train for Inverness | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Weak and the Wicked | Andy | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Straw Man | Miss Ward | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Fly Away Peter | Genevieve "Dandy" Hapgood | Flop | Similar → |
| 1948 | Oliver Twist | Oliver's Mother | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | My Brother Jonathan | Lily | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Loves of Joanna Godden | Grace Wickens | Hit | Similar → |
Josephine Stuart - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Josephine Stuart?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Josephine Stuart is "Oliver Twist" with a rating of 7.6/10.
How many movies has Josephine Stuart acted in?
Josephine Stuart has been featured in at least 8 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Josephine Stuart?
Other notable films include "The Loves of Joanna Godden", "My Brother Jonathan", and "The Weak and the Wicked".