Marie Ault
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Marie Ault (2 September 1870 – 9 May 1951) was a British character actress of stage and film. She was a star in many British films of the silent era, but is most remembered for her role as Daisy Bunting's mother in The Lodger: A Story of the London Fog (1927) directed by Alfred Hitchcock. Other notable film work includes the role of Rummy Mitchens in the film of Bernard Shaw's Major Barbara (1941). On stage from 1891, Ault's theatre work included the original production of Love on the Dole in 1935, as well as the 1941 film version.
Marie Ault Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Marie Ault 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 Marie Ault's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 14% of Marie Ault'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 Alley Cat, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Marie Ault Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Marie Ault's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Marie Ault has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| N/A | De Femme à Femme | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | Cheer the Brave | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | Madness of the Heart | Nun | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Three Weird Sisters | Beattie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Blanche Fury | Old Gypsy | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | I See a Dark Stranger | Mrs O'Mara | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Wanted for Murder | Flower Seller | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | They Knew Mr. Knight | Grandma Blake | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Caesar and Cleopatra | Egyptian Lady (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Man from Morocco | Hotelière | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | Blithe Spirit | Cook (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | It Happened One Sunday | Madame | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Demi-Paradise | Mrs. Jones | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | We Dive at Dawn | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Missing Million | Mrs. Tweedle | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Love on the Dole | Mrs. Jike | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Major Barbara | Rummy Mitchens | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Freedom Radio | Woman Customer | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Jamaica Inn | Coach Passenger (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Lend Me Your Wife | Aunt Jane | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | Maid Happy | Miss Woods | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | Their Night Out | Cook | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | Money for Speed | Ma | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | Little Fella | Mrs. Turner | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | Contraband Love | Sarah Sterling | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | The Speckled Band | Mrs. Hudson (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1931 | Third Time Lucky | Mrs. Midge | Flop | Similar → |
| 1929 | Downstream | Martha Jaikes | Flop | Similar → |
| 1929 | Kitty | Sarah Greenwood | Flop | Similar → |
| 1929 | The Return of the Rat | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1929 | The Alley Cat | Ma | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | Life | Isidora | Flop | Similar → |
| 1928 | Yellow Stockings | Countess | Flop | Similar → |
| 1928 | Victory | Mother | Flop | Similar → |
| 1928 | Dawn | Mme. Rappard | Flop | Similar → |
| 1928 | The Silver Lining | Mrs Hurst | Flop | Similar → |
| 1927 | The Rolling Road | Grannie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1927 | Hindle Wakes | Mrs. Hawthorn | Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | Madame Pompadour | Belotte | Flop | Similar → |
| 1927 | Roses of Picardy | Baroness d'Archeville | Flop | Similar → |
| 1927 | The Lodger: A Story of the London Fog | Mrs. Bunting the Landlady | Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | The Triumph of the Rat | Mere Colline | Average | Similar → |
| 1925 | The Prude's Fall | Mrs. Masters | Average | Similar → |
| 1925 | The Rat | Mere Colline | Flop | Similar → |
| 1923 | The Starlit Garden | Old Prue | Flop | Similar → |
| 1923 | The Monkey's Paw | Mrs. White | Flop | Similar → |
| 1923 | Woman to Woman | Henrietta | Hit | Similar → |
| 1923 | Paddy The Next Best Thing | Mrs. Adair | Flop | Similar → |
| 1922 | The Grass Orphan | Landlady | Flop | Similar → |
| 1921 | Class and No Class | Liza Ann | Flop | Similar → |
Marie Ault - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Marie Ault?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Marie Ault is "The Alley Cat" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has Marie Ault acted in?
Marie Ault has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Marie Ault?
Other notable films include "The Lodger: A Story of the London Fog", "Hindle Wakes", and "The Three Weird Sisters".