Walter Fitzgerald
ActingAbout Walter Fitzgerald
Walter Fitzgerald was a distinguished British character actor. He was born in 1896 in Devon. His first film was in 1932 in “Murder In Covent Garden”. His cinema highlights include “In Which We Serve”, “San Demitro, London”, “The Fallen Idol” and “Treasure Island”. He went to Hollywood in 1959 to make “Darby O’Gill and the Little People” for Walt Disney. He died in 1976 in London at the age of 80.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Walter Fitzgerald 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 Walter Fitzgerald'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 48% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Walter Fitzgerald remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Perilous Assignment, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Walter Fitzgerald Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Walter Fitzgerald's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Walter Fitzgerald.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1968 | A Bit of Crucifixion, Father | Father Curran | Flop | Similar → |
| 1968 | Doctor Who: The Dominators | Director Senex | Flop | Similar → |
| 1963 | Decision at Midnight | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1963 | We Joined the Navy | Admiral Thomas | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | H.M.S. Defiant | Admiral Jackson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Third Man on the Mountain | Herr Hempel | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Perilous Assignment | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Darby O'Gill and the Little People | Lord Fitzpatrick | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Camp on Blood Island | Cyril Beattie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Birthday Present | Sir John Dell | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Something of Value | Henry McKenzie, A White Settler | Flop | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Man in the Sky | Reginald Conway | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Around the World in 80 Days | Club Member | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Cockleshell Heroes | Gestapo Comdt. | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Lease of Life | The Dean | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Front Page Story | Anthony Black | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Our Girl Friday | Captain | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Personal Affair | Henry Vining | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Twice Upon a Time | Professor Reynolds | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Cruel Sea | Warden (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Appointment in London | Mulvaney | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Net | Sir Charles Craddock | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Ringer | Commissioner | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Pickwick Papers | Mr. Wardle | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Treasure Island | Squire Trelawney | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Edward, My Son | Mr. Kedner | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Small Back Room | Brine | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Fallen Idol | Dr. Fenton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Winslow Boy | First Lord | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Blanche Fury | Simon Fury | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | This Was a Woman | Arthur Russell | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | Mine Own Executioner | Dr. Norris Pile | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Great Day | Bob Tyndale | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Strawberry Roan | Walter Morley | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | San Demetrio London | Chief Engineer Charles Pollard - M.V. San Demetrio | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Squadron Leader X | Inspector Milne | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | In Which We Serve | Colonel Lumsden | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | This England | Vicar | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Let George Do It! | Dockside Policeman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | Murder at Covent Garden | Donald Walpace | Flop | Similar → |
Walter Fitzgerald - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Walter Fitzgerald?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Walter Fitzgerald is "Perilous Assignment" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Walter Fitzgerald acted in?
Walter Fitzgerald has been featured in at least 40 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Walter Fitzgerald?
Other notable films include "The Man in the Sky", "Lease of Life", and "Great Day".