Frank Lawton
ActingAbout Frank Lawton
Frank Lawton (30 September 1904 – 10 June 1969) was an English actor.
Frank Lawton Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Frank Lawton reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 26 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Frank Lawton's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 23% of Frank Lawton'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 A Night to Remember, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Frank Lawton Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Frank Lawton's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Frank Lawton has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1961 | The Queen's Guards | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1958 | A Night to Remember | Chairman J. Bruce Ismay | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Gideon's Day | Det. Sgt. Liggot | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Rising of the Moon | British Officer (segment '1921') | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Silver Wedding | Sir Robert Marlowe | Flop | Similar → |
| 1955 | Above Us the Waves | Naval Officer in Briefing Room (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Rough Shoot | Hassingham | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Winslow Boy | John Watherstone | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Went the Day Well? | Tom Sturry | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Dangerous Comment | Gerald Conway | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Four Just Men | James Terry | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Happy Family | Joe | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Mill on the Floss | Philip Wakem | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Devil-Doll | Toto | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Invisible Ray | Ronald Drake | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | David Copperfield | David Copperfield as a Man | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | One More River | Tony Croom | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | Friday the Thirteenth | Frank Parsons | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | Heads We Go | Toby Tyrrell | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | Cavalcade | Joe Marryot | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | After Office Hours | Hec | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | Michael and Mary | David Rowe | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | The Outsider | Basil Owen | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | The Skin Game | Rolf Hornblower | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | Birds of Prey | Jimmy Hilton | Average | Similar → |
| 1930 | Young Woodley | Woodley | Flop | Similar → |
Frank Lawton - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Frank Lawton?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Frank Lawton is "A Night to Remember" with a rating of 7.7/10.
How many movies has Frank Lawton acted in?
Frank Lawton has been featured in at least 26 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Frank Lawton?
Other notable films include "Went the Day Well?", "The Winslow Boy", and "The Rising of the Moon".