Marianne Stone
ActingAbout Marianne Stone
The accomplished character actress Marianne Stone had the distinction of being the most prolific actress in the UK, appearing in over 200 films, an achievement that earned her a place in the latest Guinness Book of World Records as "the actress with the most screen credits". She has also been hailed in the book English Gothic: A Century of Horror Cinema for her contribution to the horror movies that flourished in the Sixties, but most of her screen roles were as working-class characters. In two of her earliest films she was respectively a shop assistant in When the Bough Breaks (1947), and a sluggish waitress in Brighton Rock (1947).
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Marianne Stone reveals a career defined by exceptional commercial consistency. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Marianne Stone'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 100% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Marianne Stone remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in In Possession, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Marianne Stone Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Marianne Stone's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Marianne Stone.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | What's a Carry On? | Maud (archive footage) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | In Possession | Woman Downstairs | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | Baxter! | Woman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | All Coppers Are... | Distressed Woman in Pub | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | The Firechasers | Edwards | Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | Scrooge | Party Guest | Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | The Games | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | Oh! What a Lovely War | Mill Girl | Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | Twisted Nerve | Store Detective | Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | To Sir, with Love | Gert | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | Don't Lose Your Head | Landlady | Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Wrong Box | Spinster | Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | Carry On Screaming! | Mrs. Parker | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | Strangler's Web | Alicia Preston | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | A Hard Day's Night | Society Reporter (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | We Shall See | Jenny | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Witchcraft | Forrester's Secretary | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | The Hi-Jackers | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | A Stitch in Time | Mrs. Cutforth (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | Ladies Who Do | Mrs. Gubbins | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | The Wrong Arm of the Law | Woman at Meeting (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | Paranoiac | Woman #2 (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | The Marked One | Mrs. Benson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Band of Thieves | Cleaner | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Jigsaw | Secretary (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Lolita | Vivian Darkbloom | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | The Day the Earth Caught Fire | Miss Evans (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Watch It, Sailor! | Waiting room woman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | The Big Day | Madge Delaney | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Never Let Go | Madge | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | The Angry Silence | Mavis | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Jet Storm | Reporter (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | I'm All Right Jack | TV Receptionist | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Tiger Bay | Mrs. Williams | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | A Cry from the Streets | Cleaner | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | A Night to Remember | Stewardess (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Innocent Sinners | Sparkey's Mother | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Hell Drivers | Nurse | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Hell Drivers | Nurse attending Gino | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Eyewitness | Cinema Usherette | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Yield to the Night | Richardson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Cloak Without Dagger | Mrs. Markley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Charley Moon | Silvers' Secretary | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Private's Progress | Miss Sugden | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Quatermass Xperiment | Central Clinic Nurse (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Dance Little Lady | Nurse | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | A Day to Remember | Doreen, Shorty's Girlfriend | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Time, Gentlemen, Please! | Mrs Pincer | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Seven Days to Noon | Woman in Phone Box | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Brighton Rock | Waitress | Hit | Similar → |
Marianne Stone - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Marianne Stone?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Marianne Stone is "In Possession" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Marianne Stone acted in?
Marianne Stone has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Marianne Stone?
Other notable films include "Time, Gentlemen, Please!", "What's a Carry On?", and "A Night to Remember".