Isobel Elsom
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Isobel Elsom (March 16, 1893 — January 12, 1981) was an English screen, stage, and television actress.
Isobel Elsom Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Isobel Elsom 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 Isobel Elsom's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 36% of Isobel Elsom'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 Monsieur Verdoux, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Isobel Elsom Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Isobel Elsom's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Isobel Elsom has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1964 | The Pleasure Seekers | Dona Teresa Lacayo | Flop | Similar → |
| 1964 | My Fair Lady | Mrs. Eynsford-Hill | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | Who's Minding the Store? | Hazel | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | The Second Time Around | Mrs. Rogers | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | The Errand Boy | Irma Paramutual | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | The Bellboy | Hotel Guest (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | The Miracle | Mother Superior | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | The Turn of the Screw | Mrs. Grose | Flop | Similar → |
| 1958 | Rock-a-Bye Baby | Mrs. Van Cleeve | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Jane Eyre | Mrs Fairfax | Flop | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Guns of Fort Petticoat | Mrs. Charlotte Ogden | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Mayerling | Baroness Vetsera | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Lust for Life | Mrs. Stricker | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | 23 Paces to Baker Street | Lady Syrett | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Over-Exposed | Mrs. Payton Grange | Flop | Similar → |
| 1955 | Love Is a Many-Splendored Thing | Adeline Palmer-Jones | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | The King's Thief | Mrs. Bennett | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Deep in My Heart | Mrs. Harris | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Désirée | Mme. Clary | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Eternal Melody | Madame Garzin | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Secret Garden | Governess | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Smart Woman | Mrs. Rogers | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Paradine Case | Innkeeper | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Love from a Stranger | Auntie Loo-Loo Gerard | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Escape Me Never | Mrs. MacLean | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | Monsieur Verdoux | Marie Grosnay | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Ivy | Miss Chattle | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Ghost and Mrs. Muir | Angelica Muir | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Two Mrs. Carrolls | Mrs. Latham | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Of Human Bondage | Mrs. Betty Athelny | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Two Sisters from Boston | Aunt Jennifer | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Unseen | Marian Tygarth | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | Casanova Brown | Mrs. Ferris | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Between Two Worlds | Genevieve Cliveden-Banks | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | The White Cliffs of Dover | Mrs. Bancroft (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | First Comes Courage | Rose Lindstrom | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Forever and a Day | Lady Trimble-Pomfret | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | You Were Never Lovelier | Maria Castro | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Seven Sweethearts | Miss Abagail Robbins | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | The War Against Mrs. Hadley | Mrs. Laura Winters | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Eagle Squadron | Dame Elizabeth Whitby | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Ladies in Retirement | Leonora Fiske | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Illegal | Mrs. Evelyn Dean | Average | Similar → |
| 1927 | Human Law | Louise Radcliffe | Flop | Similar → |
| 1926 | The Tower of London | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1926 | Glamis Castle | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1923 | The Sign of Four | Mary Morstan | Average | Similar → |
| 1920 | Aunt Rachel | Ruth | Flop | Similar → |
| 1918 | The Man Who Won | Milly Cooper | Flop | Similar → |
| 1916 | Milestones | - | Flop | Similar → |
Isobel Elsom - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Isobel Elsom?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Isobel Elsom is "Monsieur Verdoux" with a rating of 7.7/10.
How many movies has Isobel Elsom acted in?
Isobel Elsom has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Isobel Elsom?
Other notable films include "The Ghost and Mrs. Muir", "My Fair Lady", and "Forever and a Day".