Mary Clare
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Mary Clare (17 July 1892 – 29 August 1970) was a British actress of stage, film and television. In films, she was mainly a character actress, in later life often portraying mature ladies who had strength of character or were autocratic. She appeared in two of the British-made Alfred Hitchcock films, Young and Innocent (1937) and The Lady Vanishes (1938).
Mary Clare Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Mary Clare 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 Mary Clare's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 28% of Mary Clare'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 Fiddlers Three, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Mary Clare Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Mary Clare's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Mary Clare has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1959 | The Price of Silence | Mrs. West | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Mambo | La contessa Luisa Marisoni | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Beggar's Opera | Mrs. Peachum | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | Moulin Rouge | Madame Loubet | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Hindle Wakes | Mrs. Martha Jeffcote | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | Penny Princess | Maria | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Portrait of Clare | Lady Hingston | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Black Rose | Countess Eleanor of Lessford | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Cardboard Cavalier | Milady Doverhouse | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Esther Waters | Mrs. Latch | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Oliver Twist | Mrs. Corney | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Three Weird Sisters | Maude Morgan-Vaughan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | My Brother Jonathan | Mrs. Dakers | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Mrs. Fitzherbert | Duchess of Devonshire | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | London Town | Mrs. Gates | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | One Exciting Night | Mrs. Trout | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Fiddlers Three | Volumnia | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Hundred Pound Window | Millie Draper | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Next of Kin | Mrs. Webster | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Night Has Eyes | Mrs. Ranger | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Old Bill and Son | Maggie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Briggs Family | Mrs. Briggs | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Miss Grant Goes to the Door | Caroline | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Mrs Pym of Scotland Yard | Mrs Pym | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | On the Night of the Fire | Lizzie Crane | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | A Girl Must Live | Mrs. Wallis | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | There Ain't No Justice | Ma Mutch | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Climbing High | Lady Emily Westaker | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Citadel | Mrs. Orlando | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Lady Vanishes | Baroness Isabel Nisatona | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Challenge | His Mother | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Rat | Mere Colline | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Young and Innocent | Erica's Aunt Margaret | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Mill on the Floss | Mrs. Moss | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Guv'nor | Mme. Barsac | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Passing of the Third Floor Back | Mrs. Sharpe | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Clairvoyant | Mother | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Lorna Doone | Mistress Sara Ridd | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Say It with Flowers | Kate Bishop | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Constant Nymph | Linda Sanger | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | Keepers of Youth | Mrs. Venner | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | Bill's Legacy | Mrs. Smithers | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | Many Waters | Mrs. Rosel | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | Gipsy Blood | Factory Girl | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | Hindle Wakes | Mrs. Jeffcote | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | Shadows | Lily | Flop | Similar → |
| 1929 | The Feather | Mrs Dalton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1928 | The Constant Nymph | Linda Sanger | Flop | Similar → |
| 1924 | Becket | Queen Eleanor of Aquitaine | Flop | Similar → |
| 1921 | The Skin Game | Chloe Hornblower | Flop | Similar → |
Mary Clare - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Mary Clare?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Mary Clare is "Fiddlers Three" with a rating of 8.2/10.
How many movies has Mary Clare acted in?
Mary Clare has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Mary Clare?
Other notable films include "Oliver Twist", "The Passing of the Third Floor Back", and "The Rat".