Maurice Evans

Acting

Freshness: Jan 19, 2026

40Total Films

7.8 Highest Rated

Born: Jun 3, 1901

Birth Place: Dorchester, Dorset, England, UK

About Maurice Evans

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Maurice Herbert Evans (June 3, 1901 – March 12, 1989) was an English-born British-American actor of Welsh descent, noted for his interpretations of Shakespearean characters. His best-known screen roles are Dr. Zaius in the 1968 film Planet of the Apes and as Samantha Stephens's father, Maurice in TV series Bewitched.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Maurice Evans reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 40 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Maurice Evans'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 15% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Maurice Evans remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Rosemary's Baby, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Maurice Evans Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Maurice Evans's career based on audience ratings.

★7.8

★7.8

Rosemary's Baby — A young couple, Rosemary and Guy, moves into an infamous New York apartment building, known by frightening legends and m

Rosemary's Baby

1968•Drama

★7.6

★7.6

Planet of the Apes — Astronaut Taylor crash lands on a distant planet ruled by apes who use a primitive race of humans for experimentation an

Planet of the Apes

1968•Sci-Fi

★7.0

★7.0

Kind Lady — Mary Herries has a passion for art and fine furniture. Even though she is getting on in years, she enjoys being around t

Kind Lady

1951•Crime

★7.0

★7.0

Macbeth — Macbeth (Maurice Evans), the Thane of Glamis, receives a prophecy from a trio of witches that one day he will become Kin

Macbeth

1954•TV Movie

★6.9

★6.9

The Jerk — After discovering he's not really black like the rest of his family, likable dimwit Navin Johnson sets off on a hilariou

The Jerk

1979•Comedy

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Maurice Evans.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2023	Elizabeth Montgomery: A Bewitched Life	Self/Maurice (archive footage)	Flop	Similar →
1983	A Caribbean Mystery	Major Palgrave	Average	Similar →
1980	The Girl, the Gold Watch & Everything	D. Leroy Wintermore	Flop	Similar →
1979	The Jerk	Hobart	Hit	Similar →
1974	The Canterville Ghost	Lord Canterville	Average	Similar →
1973	The Six Million Dollar Man: The Solid Gold Kidnapping	Chairman of the Board	Hit	Similar →
1973	Terror in the Wax Museum	Inspector Daniels	Flop	Similar →
1970	The Brotherhood of the Bell	Harry Masters	Average	Similar →
1970	Beneath the Planet of the Apes	Dr. Zaius	Average	Similar →
1969	Operation Heartbeat	Dr. Easler	Flop	Similar →
1969	The Body Stealers	Dr. Matthews / Alien	Flop	Similar →
1968	Rosemary's Baby	Hutch	Super Hit	Similar →
1968	Tarzan and the Four O'Clock Army	Sir Basil Bertram	Flop	Similar →
1968	Planet of the Apes	Dr. Zaius	Super Hit	Similar →
1967	Jack of Diamonds	Nicolai Vodkine	Flop	Similar →
1967	Los traidores de San Ángel	-	Average	Similar →
1967	Lionpower from MGM	Self - Nicolai Vodkine (archive footage) (uncredited)	Flop	Similar →
1966	One of Our Spies Is Missing	Sir Norman Swickert	Flop	Similar →
1965	The War Lord	Priest	Average	Similar →
1965	Enter Hamlet	Hamlet	Flop	Similar →
1964	Macbeth	Macbeth	Average	Similar →
1960	The Tempest	Prospero	Average	Similar →
1958	The Christmas Tree	Narrator	Flop	Similar →
1957	Twelfth Night	Malvolio	Flop	Similar →
1955	Alice in Wonderland	Narrator (voice)	Flop	Similar →
1954	Macbeth	Macbeth	Hit	Similar →
1953	The Story of Gilbert and Sullivan	Arthur Sullivan	Flop	Similar →
1952	Androcles and the Lion	Caesar	Average	Similar →
1951	Kind Lady	Henry Springer Elcott	Hit	Similar →
1951	Daphni: Virgin of the Golden Laurels	-	Flop	Similar →
1935	Scrooge	Poor Man	Average	Similar →
1935	Checkmate	Phillip Allen	Flop	Similar →
1934	The Path of Glory	Anton Maroni	Flop	Similar →
1933	The Only Girl	Didier	Flop	Similar →
1932	Marry Me	Paul Hart	Flop	Similar →
1932	Wedding Rehearsal	George Thompson aka Tootles	Flop	Similar →
1931	Cupboard Love	Derek	Flop	Similar →
1930	Should a Doctor Tell?	Roger Smith	Flop	Similar →
1930	Raise the Roof	Rodney Langford	Flop	Similar →
1929	White Cargo	Alan Langford	Flop	Similar →

Maurice Evans - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Maurice Evans?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Maurice Evans is "Rosemary's Baby" with a rating of 7.8/10.

How many movies has Maurice Evans acted in?

Maurice Evans has been featured in at least 40 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Maurice Evans?

Other notable films include "Planet of the Apes", "Kind Lady", and "Macbeth".