Mary Merrall
ActingAbout Mary Merrall
Mary Merrall ( born Elsie Lloyd; 5 January 1890 - 31 August 1973) was an English actress. She was known for Dead of Night (1945), The Life and Adventures of Nicholas Nickleby (1947) and Love on the Dole (1941). She was married to Franklin Dyall, John Bouch Hissey and Ian Swinley. She died on August 31, 1973 in London, England.
Mary Merrall Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Mary Merrall reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 35 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Mary Merrall's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 26% of Mary Merrall'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 Rx Murder, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Mary Merrall Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Mary Merrall's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Mary Merrall has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1970 | A Sound from the Sea | Mrs. King | Flop | Similar → |
| 1970 | Emma's Time | Kevin's Mother | Flop | Similar → |
| 1970 | Futtocks End | The Aunt | Flop | Similar → |
| 1966 | Who Killed the Cat? | Janet Bowering | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | Bitter Harvest | Aunt Louisa | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | Spare the Rod | Miss Fogg | Flop | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Camp on Blood Island | Mrs. Helen Beattie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Rx Murder | Miss Bettyhill | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Campbell's Kingdom | Miss Ruth | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | It's Great to be Young! | Miss Wyvern, a School Mistress | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Green Buddha | Mrs. Rydon-Smith | Flop | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Belles of St Trinian's | Miss Buckland | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Duel in the Jungle | Mrs. Henderson | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Weak and the Wicked | Mrs Skinner | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Three's Company | Mrs. Bailey | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Pickwick Papers | Grandma Wardle | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Meet Me Tonight | Mrs. Rockett | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Encore | Flora Penezzi | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Late Edwina Black | Lady Southdale | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Out of True | Granny | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Trio | Miss Atkin (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | For Them That Trespass | Mrs. Drew | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | Badger's Green | Mrs Wetherby | Flop | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Three Weird Sisters | Isobel Morgan-Vaughan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Pygmalion | Mrs. Eynsford-Hill | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | They Made Me a Fugitive | Aggie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Life and Adventures of Nicholas Nickleby | Mrs. Nickleby | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | This Man Is Mine | Mrs Jarvis | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | Pink String and Sealing Wax | Ellen Sutton | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Dead of Night | Mrs. Foley (Segment "Linking Story") | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Squadron Leader X | Miss Thorndike | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Love on the Dole | Mrs. Hardcastle | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | You Will Remember | Landlady (London) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Dr. O'Dowd | Constantia | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | Men of Steel | Mrs. Harg | Flop | Similar → |
Mary Merrall - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Mary Merrall?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Mary Merrall is "Rx Murder" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Mary Merrall acted in?
Mary Merrall has been featured in at least 35 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Mary Merrall?
Other notable films include "Dead of Night", "The Three Weird Sisters", and "Who Killed the Cat?".