Wilfrid Lawson
ActingCareer Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Wilfrid Lawson reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Wilfrid Lawson'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), Wilfrid Lawson remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Pastor Hall, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Wilfrid Lawson Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Wilfrid Lawson's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Wilfrid Lawson.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Alice: Curiouser and Curiouser | Dormouse (archive footage) (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | The Viking Queen | King Priam | Flop | Similar → |
| 1966 | Alice in Wonderland | Dormouse | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Wrong Box | Peacock | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | The Siege of Manchester | Mr Bourne | Flop | Similar → |
| 1964 | Becket | Old Soldier (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | Tom Jones | Black George | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | Go to Blazes | Scrap Dealer | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | Postman's Knock | Postman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1961 | Over the Odds | Willie Summers | Flop | Similar → |
| 1961 | Nothing Barred | Albert | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | The Naked Edge | Mr. Pom | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | Expresso Bongo | Mr Rudge | Flop | Similar → |
| 1958 | Room at the Top | Uncle Nat (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Tread Softly Stranger | Holroyd | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Naked Truth | Walter - Contestant in T.V. Show (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Hell Drivers | Ed, Hawlett Mechanic | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Miracle in Soho | Mr Morgan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1957 | Doctor at Large | Dustman with Cyst (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Now and Forever | Gossage | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | War and Peace | Prince Bolkonsky (as Wilfred Lawson) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | An Alligator Named Daisy | Irishman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Prisoner | The Jailer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Make Me an Offer! | Charlie's Father | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Turners of Prospect Road | Will Turner | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Famous Scenes from Shakespeare No. 2: Macbeth Act II, Scene 2 and Act V, Scene I | Macbeth | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | Fanny by Gaslight | Chunks | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Thursday's Child | Frank Wilson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Great Mr Handel | George Frideric Handel | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Night Has Eyes | Jim Sturrock | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Hard Steel | Walter Haddon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Tower of Terror | Wolfe Kristan | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Jeannie | James McLean | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Danny Boy | Newton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Farmer's Wife | Churdles Ash | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Long Voyage Home | Captain | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | It Happened to One Man | Felton Quair | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Pastor Hall | Pastor Frederick Hall | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Dead Man's Shoes | Lucien Sarrou | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Allegheny Uprising | MacDougall | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Stolen Life | Thomas E. Lawrence | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Gaunt Stranger | Maurice Meister | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Pygmalion | Alfred Doolittle | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Terror | Mr. Goodman | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Bank Holiday | Police Sergeant | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Man Who Made Diamonds | Gallanie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | White Hunter | Michael Varek | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Turn of the Tide | Luke Fosdyck | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Strike It Rich | Raikes | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | East Lynne on the Western Front | Dick Webb / Carlyle | Flop | Similar → |
Wilfrid Lawson - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Wilfrid Lawson?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Wilfrid Lawson is "Pastor Hall" with a rating of 7.7/10.
How many movies has Wilfrid Lawson acted in?
Wilfrid Lawson has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Wilfrid Lawson?
Other notable films include "Tread Softly Stranger", "The Prisoner", and "The Gaunt Stranger".