David Torrence
ActingAbout David Torrence
David Torrence (born David Tayson; 17 January 1864 – 26 December 1951) was a Scottish film actor. He appeared in more than 100 films from 1913 to 1939. He has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. He was the brother of actor Ernest Torrence. He was born in Edinburgh, Scotland and died in Los Angeles.
David Torrence Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of David Torrence reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of David Torrence's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 26% of David Torrence'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 City Girl, which stands out as a key performance.
Best David Torrence Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from David Torrence's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie David Torrence has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1943 | The Voice That Thrilled the World | Self (segment 'Disraeli') (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Rulers of the Sea | Donald Fenton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Stanley and Livingstone | Mr. Cranston | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Bulldog Drummond's Bride | Bank Official | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Ebb Tide | Tapena Tom | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Lost Horizon | Prime Minister (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Beloved Enemy | Alroyd | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Annie Laurie | Sir Robert Laurie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Mary of Scotland | Lindsay | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Country Doctor | Governor General | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Captain Blood | Andrew Baynes | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Mutiny on the Bounty | Lord Hood | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Harmony Lane | Mr. Pentland | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Bonnie Scotland | Mr. Miggs the Lawyer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Black Sheep | Captain Savage | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | What Every Woman Knows | Alick Wylie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Charlie Chan in London | Home Secretary | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Jane Eyre | Mr. Brocklehurst | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | Madame Spy | Seerfeldt | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Mandalay | Capt. McAndrews | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Queen Christina | Archbishop | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Berkeley Square | Lord Stanley | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Masquerader | Fraser | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | Voltaire | Dr. Tronchin | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | Cavalcade | Man at Disarmament Conference (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Mask of Fu Manchu | McLeod | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | Smilin' Through | Gardener | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | A Successful Calamity | Partington | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | Five Star Final | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | East Lynne | Sir Richard Hare | Average | Similar → |
| 1931 | The Bachelor Father | Frank "Mac" MacDonald | Average | Similar → |
| 1930 | The Devil to Pay! | Mr. Hope | Average | Similar → |
| 1930 | River's End | McDowell | Average | Similar → |
| 1930 | Scotland Yard | Captain Graves | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | Raffles | Inspector McKenzie | Average | Similar → |
| 1930 | City Girl | Lem's Father | Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | Disraeli | Lord Michael Probert | Flop | Similar → |
| 1929 | The Black Watch | Field Marshal | Average | Similar → |
| 1929 | Strong Boy | Railroad President | Flop | Similar → |
| 1927 | The World At Her Feet | Client | Flop | Similar → |
| 1927 | Annie Laurie | Sir Robert Laurie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | Brown of Harvard | Mr. Brown | Flop | Similar → |
| 1926 | The Isle of Retribution | Godfrey Cornet | Flop | Similar → |
| 1925 | The Other Woman's Story | Judge | Flop | Similar → |
| 1925 | The Mystic | James Bradshaw | Hit | Similar → |
| 1922 | Tess of the Storm Country | Elias Graves | Average | Similar → |
| 1922 | A Virgin's Sacrifice | David Sherrill | Average | Similar → |
| 1922 | Sherlock Holmes | Count Von Stalburg | Average | Similar → |
| 1913 | Tess of the D'Urbervilles | Alec D'Urberville | Flop | Similar → |
| 1913 | The Prisoner of Zenda | Michael, Duke of Strelsau | Flop | Similar → |
David Torrence - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of David Torrence?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring David Torrence is "City Girl" with a rating of 7.4/10.
How many movies has David Torrence acted in?
David Torrence has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by David Torrence?
Other notable films include "Mutiny on the Bounty", "Captain Blood", and "Lost Horizon".