Viola Lyel - Actor Profile

Viola Lyel

Acting
Updated: Apr 11, 2026
22Total Films
7.7 Highest Rated
Born: Dec 8, 1896
Birth Place: Hull, Humberside, England, UK

Viola Lyel Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Viola Lyel reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 22 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Viola Lyel's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 9% of Viola Lyel'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 Mr. Perrin and Mr. Traill, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Viola Lyel Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Viola Lyel's career based on audience ratings.

★7.7
Mr. Perrin and Mr. Traill (1948) movie poster
★7.7

Mr. Perrin and Mr. Traill: A handsome young master at a boys school incurs the jealousy of an embittered colleague. From the novel by Hugh Walpole.

Mr. Perrin and Mr. Traill

1948•Drama
★7.0
Over the Garden Wall (1934) movie poster
★7.0

Over the Garden Wall: An aunt objects to the romance between her niece and a neighbour's nephew, and steps in to put an end to the love affair

Over the Garden Wall

1934•Music
★6.4
Wanted for Murder (1946) movie poster
★6.4

Wanted for Murder: The son of a notorious hangman is gradually becoming insane and he finds himself unable to resist the urge to strangle w

Wanted for Murder

1946•Crime
★6.3
The Little Hut (1957) movie poster
★6.3

The Little Hut: Sir Philip Ashlow (Stewart Granger), his neglected wife, Lady Ashlow (Ava Gardner) and his best friend Henry Brittingham

The Little Hut

1957•Comedy
★6.0
The Farmer's Wife (1941) movie poster
★6.0

The Farmer's Wife: Eden Philpotts' "provincial" comic novel and play The Farmer's Wife was first filmed in the silent era by Alfred Hitchco

The Farmer's Wife

1941•Drama

Full Filmography

Every movie Viola Lyel has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1957 The Little Hut Miss Edwards Average Similar →
1957 Suspended Alibi Mrs. Winnie Beamster Flop Similar →
1954 Fabian of the Yard - Flop Similar →
1953 Black 13 Mrs. Barclay Flop Similar →
1953 Isn't Life Wonderful! Aunt Jane Flop Similar →
1950 No Place for Jennifer Music Mistress Flop Similar →
1949 It's Not Cricket Hearty Female Average Similar →
1948 Mr. Perrin and Mr. Traill Mrs. Comber Super Hit Similar →
1946 The Shop at Sly Corner Mathilde Heiss Flop Similar →
1946 Wanted for Murder Mabel Cooper Average Similar →
1941 The Farmer's Wife Thirza Tapper Average Similar →
1941 Quiet Wedding Miss Briggs Flop Similar →
1935 Night Mail - Flop Similar →
1934 Passing Shadows Mrs. Willett Average Similar →
1934 A Political Party Mary Smithers Flop Similar →
1934 Over the Garden Wall Gladys Hit Similar →
1933 Let Me Explain, Dear Angela Hunter Flop Similar →
1932 Marry Me Frau Krause Flop Similar →
1932 After Office Hours Miss Janus Flop Similar →
1931 Hobson's Choice Maggie Hobson Flop Similar →
1930 Thread o' Scarlet Mrs Marsden Flop Similar →
1930 Lord Richard in the Pantry Evelyn Lovejoy Flop Similar →

Viola Lyel - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Viola Lyel?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Viola Lyel is "Mr. Perrin and Mr. Traill" with a rating of 7.7/10.

How many movies has Viola Lyel acted in?

Viola Lyel has been featured in at least 22 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Viola Lyel?

Other notable films include "Over the Garden Wall", "Wanted for Murder", and "The Little Hut".

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