Matthew Boulton
ActingAbout Matthew Boulton
Matthew Boulton (20 January 1893 – 10 February 1962) was a British stage and film actor. He was a character actor, who often played police officers and military officers. Having established himself in the theatre, he began taking supporting roles in films including an appearance in Alfred Hitchcock's Sabotage. He subsequently emigrated to Hollywood where he worked for the remainder of his career. His films in America include The Woman in Green (1945) and The Woman in White (1948).
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Matthew Boulton reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Matthew Boulton's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 28% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Matthew Boulton remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Son of Fury: The Story of Benjamin Blake, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Matthew Boulton Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Matthew Boulton's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Matthew Boulton.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1951 | The Son of Dr. Jekyll | Inspector Grey (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Racket | Simpson (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Barbary Pirate | Tobias Sharpe | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Secret Garden | Mr. Bromley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Enchantment | Air Raid Warden | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Tarzan and the Mermaids | British Inspector-General | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Woman in White | Dr. Nevin | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Bulldog Drummond Strikes Back | William Cosgrove | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Ivy | Tom Lumford (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Stallion Road | Joe Beasley | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | Kitty | Solicitor (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Incendiary Blonde | Doctor Diagnosing Tex (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Woman in Green | Inspector Gregson | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Brighton Strangler | Inspector Graham | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | National Velvet | Entry Official | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Man in Half Moon Street | Detective Inspector Ned Garth | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | Nothing But Trouble | Prince Prentiloff | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Our Hearts Were Young and Gay | Ship’s Officer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Ministry of Fear | Official, Ministry of Home Security (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | The White Cliffs of Dover | Immigration Officer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Two Tickets to London | Brighton | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Above Suspicion | Constable Jones (Uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Undying Monster | Coroner (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Counter-Espionage | Inspector Stephens | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | My Favorite Blonde | Colonel Ashmont | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Son of Fury: The Story of Benjamin Blake | Jury Foreman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | A Yank on the Burma Road | Rangoon Aide de camp | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | They Met in Bombay | Inspector Cressney | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Rage in Heaven | Ramsbotham | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Comrade X | British World Press Attendee | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Mystery Sea Raider | Captain Howard | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Phantom Raiders | John Ramsell Sr. | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Adventure in Diamonds | Lloyd | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Invisible Man Returns | Policeman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Earl of Chicago | Ickerton (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Bulldog Drummond's Bride | Blake, Fingerprints Expert | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Bridal Suite | Ship Captain | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | A Christmas Carol | Charity Solicitor Twill | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Bulldog Drummond in Africa | Major Grey | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Lord Jeff | Inspector Scott | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Bulldog Drummond's Peril | Sir Raymond Blantyre | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Bulldog Drummond's Revenge | Sir John Haxton | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Firefly | Wellington | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Shall We Dance | Ship's Officer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Thirteenth Chair | Grimshaw (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Night Must Fall | Inspector Belsize | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Sabotage | Superintendent Talbot | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Bulldog Jack | Police Constable (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | The 39 Steps | Fake Police Officer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Third Time Lucky | Inspector | Flop | Similar → |
Matthew Boulton - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Matthew Boulton?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Matthew Boulton is "Son of Fury: The Story of Benjamin Blake" with a rating of 7.3/10.
How many movies has Matthew Boulton acted in?
Matthew Boulton has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Matthew Boulton?
Other notable films include "Our Hearts Were Young and Gay", "They Met in Bombay", and "The 39 Steps".