Leonard Carey
ActingAbout Leonard Carey
Leonard Carey (25 February 1887 – 11 September 1977) was an English character actor who very often played butlers in Hollywood films of the 1930s, 1940s and 1950s. He was also active in television during the 1950s. He is perhaps best known for his role as the beach hermit, Ben, in Alfred Hitchcock's Rebecca (1940).
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Leonard Carey 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 Leonard Carey'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 56% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Leonard Carey remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Rebecca, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Leonard Carey Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Leonard Carey's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Leonard Carey.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1956 | While the City Sleeps | Walter's Butler (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | The King's Thief | Servant (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Lady and the Bandit | Jailer | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Strangers on a Train | Anthonys' Butler (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Kind Lady | Postman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Slightly French | Wilson (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Exile | Cavalier (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Unconquered | London Astronomer Jeremiah Dixon | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Moss Rose | Coroner (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Tomorrow Is Forever | Hamilton Employee | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Ministry of Fear | Porter (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Gaslight | Guide (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Heaven Can Wait | Flogdell (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Mrs. Miniver | Chandler (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Affairs of Martha | The Butler (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | This Above All | Policeman with Rector | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Son of Fury: The Story of Benjamin Blake | Pale Tom (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Suspicion | The McLaidlaw's Butler Burton (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Accent on Love | Flowers | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | West Point Widow | Simpson | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | That Hamilton Woman | Orderly (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | A Dispatch from Reuters | Delane's Secretary (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Sky Murder | Sutter - Grand's Butler | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Hired Wife | Peterson - Butler | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Rebecca | Ben | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Raffles | Bingham's Secretary | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Five Little Peppers And How They Grew | Martin | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Hound of the Baskervilles | Hugo's Servant (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Lone Wolf Spy Hunt | Jameson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Blond Cheat | Meggs (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Hold That Kiss | Gibley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Sally, Irene and Mary | Zorka's Butler | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Angel | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | My Dear Miss Aldrich | William - Butler (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Luckiest Girl in the World | Butler | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Little Miss Nobody | Butler | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Trouble for Two | Valet (Uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Wife vs. Secretary | Taggart (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Strike Me Pink | Maitre d' at Club Lido (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Two for Tonight | Mr. Myers' Butler | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Hold 'Em Yale | Langdonn | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Double Door | William | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Gambling Lady | Butler at Gambling Club (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | Bombshell | Winters | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Avenger | Talbot | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | Ann Carver's Profession | Melville, the Butler (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | Merrily We Go to Hell | Prentice's Butler (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | Shanghai Express | Carey (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde | Briggs, Lanyon's Butler (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Working Girls | Boyd's Butler (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
Leonard Carey - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Leonard Carey?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Leonard Carey is "Rebecca" with a rating of 7.9/10.
How many movies has Leonard Carey acted in?
Leonard Carey has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Leonard Carey?
Other notable films include "Strangers on a Train", "Gaslight", and "The Luckiest Girl in the World".