Robert Donat
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Robert Donat (born Friedrich Robert Donat) was a star English film and stage actor. He is best remembered for his roles in The 39 Steps (1935) and Goodbye, Mr. Chips (1939), the latter which earned him a Best Actor Academy Award.
Robert Donat Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Robert Donat reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 29 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Robert Donat's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 52% of Robert Donat'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 1939: Hollywood's Greatest Year, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Robert Donat Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Robert Donat's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Robert Donat has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 1939: Hollywood's Greatest Year | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | A Profile of Hitchcock: The Early Years | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | Hollywood Out-takes and Rare Footage | Self (archive footage) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | That's Entertainment, Part II | (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | The Men Who Made the Movies: King Vidor | Self (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | Hollywood: The Dream Factory | Self (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Inn of the Sixth Happiness | The Mandarin of Yang Cheng | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Lease of Life | Rev William Thorne | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Magic Box | William Friese-Greene | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Cure for Love | Sergeant Jack Hardacre | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Winslow Boy | Sir Robert Morton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Captain Boycott | Charles Stewart Parnell | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Perfect Strangers | Robert Wilson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Twenty Years After | (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Adventures of Tartu | Captain Terence Stevenson, aka Jan Tartu | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | The New Lot | Actor | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Young Mr. Pitt | William Pitt / The Earl of Chatham | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | A New Romance of Celluloid: The Miracle of Sound | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Cavalcade of the Academy Awards | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Goodbye, Mr. Chips | Charles Edward Chipping aka 'Mr. Chips' | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Citadel | Dr. Andrew Manson | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Knight Without Armour | Ainsley J. Fothergill / Peter Ouronov | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Ghost Goes West | Murdoch Glourie / Donald Glourie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | The 39 Steps | Richard Hannay | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Count of Monte Cristo | Edmond Dantes | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Cash | Paul Martin | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Private Life of Henry VIII | Thomas Culpeper | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | Men of Tomorrow | Julian Angell | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | That Night in London | Dick Warren | Flop | Similar → |
Robert Donat - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Robert Donat?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Robert Donat is "1939: Hollywood's Greatest Year" with a rating of 7.5/10.
How many movies has Robert Donat acted in?
Robert Donat has been featured in at least 29 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Robert Donat?
Other notable films include "Goodbye, Mr. Chips", "Lease of Life", and "The 39 Steps".