Cyril McLaglen
ActingAbout Cyril McLaglen
Cyril McLaglen was a British actor who appeared in a variety of films between 1920 and 1951. He was born in London in 1899 and made his film debut in the 1920 film The Call of the Road. He was the younger brother of the actor Victor McLaglen.
Cyril McLaglen Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Cyril McLaglen reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 32 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Cyril McLaglen's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 31% of Cyril McLaglen's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Alf's Button, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Cyril McLaglen Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Cyril McLaglen's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Cyril McLaglen has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1942 | The Black Swan | Captain Jones (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Son of Fury: The Story of Benjamin Blake | Grimes (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde | Drunk (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | They Met in Bombay | Sergeant Major (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Long Voyage Home | First Mate | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Four Men and a Prayer | O'Hara (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Wee Willie Winkie | Cpl. Tummel | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Plough and the Stars | Corporal Stoddard | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Peter Ibbetson | Captain of Guards (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Band Plays On | Lumberjack | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Secret of the Loch | Mate (Uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | A Royal Demand | Lord Forrest | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | Money for Speed | Big Bill Summers | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | Verdict of the Sea | Fenn | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | Josser Joins the Navy | Langford | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | The Brat | Cyril (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | Down River | Sergeant Proctor | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | No Lady | Ptomanian Ptough | Average | Similar → |
| 1930 | Bed and Breakfast | Bill | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | Suspense | Cyril McClusky | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | Alf's Button | Sergeant Major | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | The Lost Patrol | The Sergeant | Flop | Similar → |
| 1928 | You Know What Sailors Are | The Spanish Mate | Flop | Similar → |
| 1928 | Underground | Bert | Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | Balaclava | John Kennedy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1928 | The Flight Commander | Sammy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1927 | Quinneys | Jim Miggott | Flop | Similar → |
| 1927 | The Arcadians | The Crook | Flop | Similar → |
| 1927 | Hindle Wakes | Alf | Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | Boadicea | Madoc | Flop | Similar → |
| 1927 | Madame Pompadour | Gogo | Flop | Similar → |
| 1926 | The Island of Despair | Mate | Flop | Similar → |
Cyril McLaglen - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Cyril McLaglen?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Cyril McLaglen is "Alf's Button" with a rating of 9.5/10.
How many movies has Cyril McLaglen acted in?
Cyril McLaglen has been featured in at least 32 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Cyril McLaglen?
Other notable films include "The Band Plays On", "They Met in Bombay", and "Son of Fury: The Story of Benjamin Blake".