Donald Elson - Actor Profile

Donald Elson

Acting
Updated: Apr 11, 2026
14Total Films
7.7 Highest Rated
Born: Mar 31, 1923

Donald Elson Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Donald Elson reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 14 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Donald Elson's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 50% of Donald Elson'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 Inherit the Wind, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Donald Elson Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Donald Elson's career based on audience ratings.

★7.7
Inherit the Wind (1960) movie poster
★7.7

Inherit the Wind: Schoolteacher Bertram Cates is arrested for teaching his students Darwin's theory of evolution. The case receives nation

Inherit the Wind

1960•Drama
★7.4
Chaplin (1992) movie poster
★7.4

Chaplin: An aged Charlie Chaplin narrates his life to his autobiography's editor, including his rise to wealth and comedic fame f

Chaplin

1992•Drama
★7.1
Gremlins (1984) movie poster
★7.1

Gremlins: After receiving an exotic small animal as a Christmas gift, a young man inadvertently breaks three important rules conce

Gremlins

1984•Fantasy
★7.1
Julius Caesar (1953) movie poster
★7.1

Julius Caesar: The growing ambition of Julius Caesar is a source of major concern to his close friend Brutus. Cassius persuades him to

Julius Caesar

1953•Drama
★7.0
The Legend of Jimmy Blue Eyes (1964) movie poster
★7.0

The Legend of Jimmy Blue Eyes: The Legend of Jimmy Blue Eyes is a 1964 short film directed by Robert Clouse. In Storyville, New Orleans, jazz trumpeter

The Legend of Jimmy Blue Eyes

1964•Drama

Full Filmography

Every movie Donald Elson has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2000 If These Walls Could Talk 2 Sam Hit Similar →
1992 Chaplin Prop Man Hit Similar →
1984 Gremlins Man on Street Hit Similar →
1977 The Van Mr. Hump Flop Similar →
1976 The Great Texas Dynamite Chase Mr. Smith Flop Similar →
1975 Sixpack Annie Mr. Piker Flop Similar →
1972 Thumb Tripping Gas Station Attendant Flop Similar →
1971 Escape from the Planet of the Apes Curator Average Similar →
1970 Dreams of Glass Timothy Average Similar →
1964 The Legend of Jimmy Blue Eyes The Devil Hit Similar →
1960 Inherit the Wind Bollinger (uncredited) Super Hit Similar →
1959 Day of the Outlaw Vic, General Store Owner Hit Similar →
1953 The Affairs of Dobie Gillis Advisor (uncredited) Average Similar →
1953 Julius Caesar Citizen of Rome Hit Similar →

Donald Elson - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Donald Elson?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Donald Elson is "Inherit the Wind" with a rating of 7.7/10.

How many movies has Donald Elson acted in?

Donald Elson has been featured in at least 14 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Donald Elson?

Other notable films include "Chaplin", "Gremlins", and "Julius Caesar".

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