Louis Hayward
ActingAbout Louis Hayward
Louis Hayward (1909–1985) was a British actor born in South Africa.
Louis Hayward Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Louis Hayward reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 49 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Louis Hayward's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 16% of Louis Hayward'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 The Luckiest Girl in the World, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Louis Hayward Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Louis Hayward's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Louis Hayward has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1973 | Terror in the Wax Museum | Tim Fowley | Flop | Similar → |
| 1970 | The Phynx | Louis Hayward | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | Joe Navidad | Mike Culligan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | Chuka | Major Benson | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Magnificent Stranger | John Tasker | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | The Picture of Dorian Gray | Basil Hallward | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Search for Bridey Murphy | Morey Bernstein | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Duffy of San Quentin | Edward 'Romeo' Harper | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Royal African Rifles | Denham | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Saint's Return | Simon Templar | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Captain Pirate | Captain Peter Blood | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | Lady in the Iron Mask | D'Artagnan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Son of Dr. Jekyll | Edward Jekyll / Dr. Henry Jekyll / Mr. Hyde | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Lady and the Bandit | Dick Turpin | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Fortunes of Captain Blood | Captain Peter Blood | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | House by the River | Stephen Byrne | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Pirates of Capri | Count Amalfi | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Walk a Crooked Mile | Philip 'Scotty' Grayson | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Ruthless | Vic Lambdin | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Black Arrow | Sir Richard Shelton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | Repeat Performance | Barney Page | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Return of Monte Cristo | Edmond Dantes | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Strange Woman | Ephraim Poster | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Young Widow | Jim Cameron | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | And Then There Were None | Philip Lombard | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Ladies in Retirement | Albert Feather | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Son of Monte Cristo | Edmund Dantes Jr. | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Dance, Girl, Dance | Jimmy Harris | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | My Son, My Son! | Oliver Essex | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Man in the Iron Mask | King Louis XIV / Philippe of Gascony | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Duke of West Point | Steven Early | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Rage of Paris | Bill Duncan | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Saint in New York | Simon Templar | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Condemned Women | Dr. Phillip Duncan | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Midnight Intruder | Barry Gilbert | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Woman I Love | Lt. Jean Herbillion | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Breakdowns of 1936 | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Luckiest Girl in the World | Anthony McClellan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Anthony Adverse | Denis Moore | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Trouble for Two | Young Man with Cream Tarts | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Absolute Quiet | Gregory Bengard | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Making of a Great Motion Picture | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | A Feather in Her Hat | Richard Orland | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Love Test | John Gregg | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Flame Within | Jack Kerry | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | Sorrell and Son | Duncan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Man Outside | Frank Elford | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Thirteenth Candle | Paul Marriott | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | Self Made Lady | Paul Geneste | Flop | Similar → |
Louis Hayward - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Louis Hayward?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Louis Hayward is "The Luckiest Girl in the World" with a rating of 7.5/10.
How many movies has Louis Hayward acted in?
Louis Hayward has been featured in at least 49 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Louis Hayward?
Other notable films include "The Man in the Iron Mask", "Fortunes of Captain Blood", and "And Then There Were None".