Gilbert Emery
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From Wikipedia Gilbert Emery Bensley Pottle (June 11, 1875 – October 28, 1945), known professionally as Gilbert Emery, was an American actor who appeared in over 80 movies from 1921 to his death in 1945.
Gilbert Emery Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Gilbert Emery 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 Gilbert Emery's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 40% of Gilbert Emery'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 Waterloo Bridge, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Gilbert Emery Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Gilbert Emery's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Gilbert Emery has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1945 | The Brighton Strangler | Dr. Manby | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Between Two Worlds | Benjamin Cliveden-Banks | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Return of the Vampire | Dr. Walter Saunders | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Sherlock Holmes in Washington | Sir Henry Marchmont (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Loves of Edgar Allan Poe | Thomas Jefferson | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Escape from Hong Kong | Col. J.A. Crossley | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Remarkable Andrew | Mr. Thomas Jefferson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Sundown | Ashburton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Singapore Woman | Sir Stanley Moore | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | A Woman's Face | Associate Judge | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | That Hamilton Woman | Lord Spencer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Rage in Heaven | Mr. Black | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | A Dispatch from Reuters | Lord Palmerston in Parliament (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | River's End | Justice | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Waterloo Bridge | Colonel at Luncheon (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The House of the Seven Gables | Gerald Pyncheon | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Raffles | Bingham | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Nurse Edith Cavell | Brand Whitlock | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Saint Strikes Back | Martin Eastman | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Storm Over Bengal | Colonel Torrance | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | A Man to Remember | Dr. Robinson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Lord Jeff | Magistrate | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Buccaneer | Captain Lockyer | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Double or Nothing | Mr. Mitchell | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Life of Emile Zola | Minister of War | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Souls at Sea | Capt. Martisel | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Great Barrier | George Stephen | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Girl on the Front Page | Thorne | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Bullets or Ballots | Mr. Thorndyke | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Dracula's Daughter | Sir Basil Humphrey | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Little Lord Fauntleroy | Purvis | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Wife vs. Secretary | Simpson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Magnificent Obsession | Doctor Ramsay | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Peter Ibbetson | Wilkins | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Goin' to Town | Winslow | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Cardinal Richelieu | Noble | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Clive of India | Mr. Sullivan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | Now and Forever | James Higginson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Whom the Gods Destroy | Professor Weaver | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | The House of Rothschild | The British Prime Minister | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Coming Out Party | Herbert Emerson Stanhope | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | All of Me | The Dean | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | A Farewell to Arms | British Major | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | Okay, America! | Secretary John Drake | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | Party Husband | Ben Holliday | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | The Lady Refuses | Sir Gerald Courtney | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | Prince of Diamonds | Smith | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | Sarah and Son | John Ashemore | Flop | Similar → |
| 1929 | The Sky Hawk | Major Nelson | Average | Similar → |
| 1919 | The Sentimental Bloke | Ginger Mick | Flop | Similar → |
Gilbert Emery - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Gilbert Emery?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Gilbert Emery is "Waterloo Bridge" with a rating of 7.5/10.
How many movies has Gilbert Emery acted in?
Gilbert Emery has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Gilbert Emery?
Other notable films include "Cardinal Richelieu", "Magnificent Obsession", and "Between Two Worlds".