Nelson Welch - Actor Profile

Nelson Welch

Acting
Freshness: Jan 28, 2026
12Total Films
6.7 Highest Rated
Born: Oct 12, 1905
Birth Place: Great Dunmow, Essex, England, UK

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Nelson Welch reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 12 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Comedy

The majority of Nelson Welch'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 17% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Nelson Welch remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Notorious Landlady, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Nelson Welch Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Nelson Welch's career based on audience ratings.

★6.7
The Notorious Landlady (1962) movie poster
★6.7

The Notorious Landlady: An American junior diplomat in London rents a house from, and falls in love with, a woman suspected of murder.

The Notorious Landlady

1962•Comedy
★6.5
Amazing Stories (1986) movie poster
★6.5

Amazing Stories: A feature film edited from three episodes of Amazing Stories (1985): The Mission, Mummy Daddy, and Go to the Head of the

Amazing Stories

1986•TV Movie
★6.2
Waxwork (1988) movie poster
★6.2

Waxwork: Wealthy slacker college student Mark, his new girlfriend Sarah, and their friends are invited to a special showing at a

Waxwork

1988•Horror
★5.8
I, Madman (1989) movie poster
★5.8

I, Madman: A bookshop clerk starts seeing the disfigured killer from her favorite 1950s pulp novels come to life and start killing

I, Madman

1989•Horror
★5.4
Thunder in the East (1952) movie poster
★5.4

Thunder in the East: During India's first years of independence from Britain, Steve Gibbs lands his armaments loaded plane in Ghandahar provi

Thunder in the East

1952•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Nelson Welch.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1989 I, Madman Elderly Customer Average Similar →
1989 The Cover Girl and the Cop Sergeant at Arms Flop Similar →
1988 Waxwork Elderly Man Average Similar →
1986 Amazing Stories Father McKay Hit Similar →
1985 Maxie Bartender Flop Similar →
1982 O'Hara's Wife Nelson Attleby Flop Similar →
1979 Salvage Croquet Player #1 Flop Similar →
1979 Charleston Old Durban Flop Similar →
1975 At Long Last Love Second Couple (Racquet Club) Flop Similar →
1962 The Notorious Landlady Old Man (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1958 The Great Gatsby Gordon Flop Similar →
1952 Thunder in the East Norton Flop Similar →

Nelson Welch - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Nelson Welch?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Nelson Welch is "The Notorious Landlady" with a rating of 6.7/10.

How many movies has Nelson Welch acted in?

Nelson Welch has been featured in at least 12 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Nelson Welch?

Other notable films include "Amazing Stories", "Waxwork", and "I, Madman".