TopTenREVIEWS presents the film career and movie reviews of Errol Flynn.

Errol Flynn
Birthdate: June 20, 1909
Death date: October 14, 1959

Errol Flynn

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CAREER SPAN

Decade
Movie Score
# Movies
1930s
3.5103
19
total ranking of 3.5103
1940s
2.6850
22
total ranking of 2.6850
1950s
2.2826
21
total ranking of 2.2826
Ratings and rankings are based on all available critic reviews & awards.
Overall Actor Score: Errol Flynn is ranked overall as 2.7798 of of 4 stars2.7798

Errol Flynn Movie Rankings

1
Errol Flynn starring in Adventures of Robin Hood
Errol Flynn scores a combined 3.6412 out of 4 stars for Adventures of Robin Hood3.6412
Sir Robin of Locksley, defender of downtrodden Saxons, runs afoul of Norman authority and is forced to turn outlaw. ...more about Adventures of Robin Hood
2
Errol Flynn starring in Captain Blood
Errol Flynn scores a combined 3.1998 out of 4 stars for Captain Blood3.1998
Dr. Peter Blood, a British surgeon, is arrested and wrongly condemned to slavery in the Caribbean for helping a rebel soldier in England, 1685. ...more about Captain Blood
3
Errol Flynn starring in Sea Hawk
Errol Flynn scores a combined 3.0991 out of 4 stars for Sea Hawk3.0991
Geoffrey Thorpe is an adventurous and dashing pirate, who feels that he should pirate the Spanish ships for the good of England. In one such battle, he overtakes a Spanish ship and when he comes aboard he finds Dona Maria, a beautiful Spanish royal. ...more about Sea Hawk
4
In the Wake of the Bounty (1933)
Errol Flynn scores a combined 2.9679 out of 4 stars for In the Wake of the Bounty2.9679
"In The Wake of The Bounty" is Errol Flynn's film debut as Fletcher Christian. This Austrailian feature was never shown in the United States where Clark Gable's film was being released. ...more about In the Wake of the Bounty
  • Not Available on DVD
5
Lady from Shanghai, The (1947)
Errol Flynn scores a combined 2.9527 out of 4 stars for Lady from Shanghai2.9527
Michael O'Hara, against his better judgement, hires on as a crew member of Arthur Bannister's yacht, sailing to San Francisco. They pick up Grisby, Bannister's law partner, en route. ...more about Lady from Shanghai
6
They Died with Their Boots On (1941)
Errol Flynn scores a combined 2.8136 out of 4 stars for They Died with Their Boots On2.8136
This is the story of General Custer from the time he enters West Point military academy, through the American Civil War, and finally to his death at Little Big Horn. ...more about They Died with Their Boots On
7
Dodge City (1939)
Errol Flynn scores a combined 2.7296 out of 4 stars for Dodge City2.7296
Dodge City. A wide-open cattle town run by Jeff Surrett. Even going on a children's Sunday outing is not a safe thing to do. What the place needs is a fearless honest Marshal. A guy like Wade Hatton, who helped bring the railroad in. ...more about Dodge City
8
Prince and the Pauper, The (1937)
Errol Flynn scores a combined 2.7092 out of 4 stars for Prince and the Pauper2.7092
On the same day two boys are born: the pauper Tom and prince Edvard. As a kid, Tom sneaks into the palace garden and meet the prince. ...more about Prince and the Pauper
9
Case of the Curious Bride, The (1935)
Errol Flynn scores a combined 2.6270 out of 4 stars for Case of the Curious Bride2.6270
After giving the District Attorney another stinging defeat, Perry plans to take a vacation in China. That is, he was, until Rhoda, his old flame, meets him at a restaurant. ...more about Case of the Curious Bride
  • Not Available on DVD
10
Another Dawn (1937)
Errol Flynn scores a combined 2.6026 out of 4 stars for Another Dawn2.6026
Colonel John Wister, on duty with the British army in the desert region of Dubik, returns to England on leave. ...more about Another Dawn
  • Not Available on DVD
11
Virginia City (1940)
Errol Flynn scores a combined 2.5417 out of 4 stars for Virginia City2.5417
Union officer Kerry Bradford escapes from Confederate Prison and is set to Virginia City in Nevada. Once there he finds that the former commander of his prison Vance Irby is planning to send $5 million in gold to save the Confederacy. ...more about Virginia City
  • Not Available on DVD
12
Charge of the Light Brigade, The (1936)
Errol Flynn scores a combined 2.5410 out of 4 stars for Charge of the Light Brigade2.5410
Major Vickers is an officer at the 27th Lancers in India 1856. When the regiment is on maneuver, the barracks are attacked by Surat Khan and his soldiers who massacre British women and children. ...more about Charge of the Light Brigade
13
Sisters, The (1938)
Errol Flynn scores a combined 2.5296 out of 4 stars for Sisters2.5296
Three sisters attend a celebration of the inauguration of Teddy Roosevelt. Each will marry a man in attendance. Helen marries a millionaire whom she does not love. Grace marries a local man and remains in Montana. ...more about Sisters
  • Not Available on DVD
14
Edge of Darkness (1943)
Errol Flynn scores a combined 2.5067 out of 4 stars for Edge of Darkness2.5067
It's two years after the Nazi's invasion of Norway and in a small fishing village that is headquarters to 150 German soldiers, the 800 locals are stewing, waiting for a supply of arms so they can revolt. ...more about Edge of Darkness
  • Not Available on DVD
15
Against All Flags (1952)
Errol Flynn scores a combined 2.4186 out of 4 stars for Against All Flags2.4186
In 1700, the pirates of Madagascar menace the India trade; British officer Brian Hawke has himself cashiered, flogged, and set adrift to infiltrate the pirate "republic. ...more about Against All Flags
  • Not Available on DVD
16
Dive Bomber (1941)
Errol Flynn scores a combined 2.3926 out of 4 stars for Dive Bomber2.3926
A new flight surgeon and a Navy pilot overcome personal differences to work on solving the problem of Altitude Sickness which causes blackouts at high altitude. ...more about Dive Bomber
17
Gentleman Jim (1942)
Errol Flynn scores a combined 2.3728 out of 4 stars for Gentleman Jim2.3728
The biography of famed boxer James J. "Gentleman Jim" Corbett, the colorful Irish-American fighter who became the first heavyweight champion of the world under the new Marquis of Queensberry rules. ...more about Gentleman Jim
18
Dawn Patrol, The (1938)
Errol Flynn scores a combined 2.3579 out of 4 stars for Dawn Patrol2.3579
In 1915 France, Major Brand commands the 39th Squadron of the Royal Flying Corps. The young airmen go up in bullet-riddled "crates" and the casualty rate is appalling, but Brand can't make the "brass hats" at headquarters see reason. ...more about Dawn Patrol
19
Sun Also Rises, The (1957)
Errol Flynn scores a combined 2.3273 out of 4 stars for Sun Also Rises2.3273
Paris in the 1920s. The American journalist Jake and his friends spend the time at cafes. He has a special interest in his ex-fiancée Lady Ashley. They take a vacation in Pamplona to watch the bull-fights. ...more about Sun Also Rises
20
Green Light (1937)
Errol Flynn scores a combined 2.3150 out of 4 stars for Green Light2.3150
Dr. Newell Paige is a dedicated surgeon and physician who is devoted to his patients and to the ethics of his profession. Covering for his mentor, Dr. Endicott, who is consumed by personal problems, Paige operates on a wealthy donor to the hospital, Mrs. ...more about Green Light
  • Not Available on DVD
21
Desperate Journey (1942)
Errol Flynn scores a combined 2.2967 out of 4 stars for Desperate Journey2.2967
When Flight Lt Forbes and his crew are shot down after bombing their target, they discover valuable information, about a hidden German aircraft factory, that must get back to England. ...more about Desperate Journey
  • Not Available on DVD
22
Kim (1950)
Errol Flynn scores a combined 2.2707 out of 4 stars for Kim2.2707
23
Master of Ballantrae, The (1953)
Errol Flynn scores a combined 2.2634 out of 4 stars for Master of Ballantrae2.2634
Buckle on your swashes for this swashbuckling adventure with a highlander who fought for Bonnie Prince Charlie who, after various escapades, becomes a pirate. ...more about Master of Ballantrae
  • Not Available on DVD
25
Santa Fe Trail (1940)
Errol Flynn scores a combined 2.2252 out of 4 stars for Santa Fe Trail2.2252
The story of Jeb Stewart, his romance with Kit Carson Holliday, friendship with George Custer and battles against John Brown in the days leading up to the outbreak of the American Civil War. ...more about Santa Fe Trail
26
Four's a Crowd (1938)
Errol Flynn scores a combined 2.1825 out of 4 stars for Four's a Crowd2.1825
Robert will do anything to get the big account that has eluded him. His public relations business makes public angels of rich scoundrels. Jean needs someone to save the paper and she wants Robert. ...more about Four's a Crowd
  • Not Available on DVD
27
Don't Bet on Blondes (1935)
Errol Flynn scores a combined 2.1734 out of 4 stars for Don't Bet on Blondes2.1734
  • Not Available on DVD
29
Cry Wolf (1947)
Errol Flynn scores a combined 1.9816 out of 4 stars for Cry Wolf1.9816
Sandra Demarest arrives at the Caldwell estate, and announces to Mark Caldwell that she was secretly married to his nephew James, who recently died. ...more about Cry Wolf
  • Not Available on DVD
30
Uncertain Glory (1944)
Errol Flynn scores a combined 1.8721 out of 4 stars for Uncertain Glory1.8721
During WWII, in France, Jean Picard is a criminal who is about to be executed via the guillotine, but an air raid interrupts it and allows him to escape. Inspector Bonet tracks him down and brings him back. ...more about Uncertain Glory
  • Not Available on DVD
31
San Antonio (1945)
Errol Flynn scores a combined 1.8264 out of 4 stars for San Antonio1.8264
  • Not Available on DVD
32
Thank Your Lucky Stars (1943)
Errol Flynn scores a combined 1.7488 out of 4 stars for Thank Your Lucky Stars1.7488
Two producers are putting together a Calvacade of Stars for a wartime charity show. Along with a list of well-knowns they promote the work of an unknown singer and songwriter. ...more about Thank Your Lucky Stars
  • Not Available on DVD
33
Cuban Rebel Girls (1959)
Errol Flynn scores a combined 1.7337 out of 4 stars for Cuban Rebel Girls1.7337
Errol Flynn, playing himself as a war correspondent, helps Fidel Castro overthrow Cuban dictator Batista. The film was shot, with Castro's cooperation, while he was still fighting Batista. ...more about Cuban Rebel Girls
  • Not Available on DVD
34
Istanbul (1957)
Errol Flynn scores a combined 1.7337 out of 4 stars for Istanbul1.7337
Adventurer James Brennan returns to Istanbul five years after being ejected under suspicion of diamond smuggling. ...more about Istanbul
  • Not Available on DVD
35
King's Rhapsody (1955)
Errol Flynn scores a combined 1.7246 out of 4 stars for King's Rhapsody1.7246
  • Not Available on DVD
36
Footsteps in the Dark (1941)
Errol Flynn scores a combined 1.5981 out of 4 stars for Footsteps in the Dark1.5981
A high society type (Francis Warren) has a secret life; He writes murder mysteries and hangs out with the police attempting to solve crimes. ...more about Footsteps in the Dark
  • Not Available on DVD
37
Adventures of Captain Fabian (1951)
No Reviews Available
  • Not Available on DVD
38
All-American Drawback (1935)
No Reviews Available
39
Big Boodle, The (1957)
No Reviews Available
Ned Sherwood, dealer in a Havana casino (pre-Castro), gets 500 counterfeit pesos from an anonymous, attractive blonde. Then he's beaten and wounded by two thugs trying to retrieve the bills. Then the police suspect him of being the counterfeiter. ...more about Big Boodle
  • Not Available on DVD
40
Cruise of the Zaca (1952)
No Reviews Available
41
Dark Avenger, The (1955)
No Reviews Available
  • Not Available on DVD
42
Deep Sea Fishing (1952)
No Reviews Available
  • Not Available on DVD
43
Dream Comes True, A (1935)
No Reviews Available
The dream of the title is director 'Max Reinhardt' (qv)'s production of Shakespeare's comedy _Midsummer Night's Dream, A (1935)_ (qv). This short shows how Reinhardt's vision was translated to the screen. ...more about Dream Comes True
  • Not Available on DVD
44
Escape Me Never (1947)
No Reviews Available
It is Venice, 1900, and Fenella is engaged to composer Caryl Dubrok until she hears that an unmarried woman named Gemma and child is staying with a composer named Dubrok. So the engagement is off and so is she for the mountains. ...more about Escape Me Never
  • Not Available on DVD
45
Hello God (1951)
No Reviews Available
  • Not Available on DVD
46
I Adore You (1933)
No Reviews Available
  • Not Available on DVD
47
Lilacs in the Spring (1955)
No Reviews Available
A young entertainer, Carole Beaumont (Anna Neagle), is wooed by actor-producer Charles King (David Farrar) but, uncertain of her feelings, she resists his attentions. During an air raid, a bomb explosion rocks the cafe and Carole is knocked unconscious. ...more about Lilacs in the Spring
  • Not Available on DVD
48
Mara Maru (1952)
No Reviews Available
Greg Mason, salvage diver in the Philippines, finds his partner Andy drunk and raving about treasure. Whatever it is, somebody wants it badly enough to kill Andy and frame Mason for murder. ...more about Mara Maru
  • Not Available on DVD
49
Montana (1950)
No Reviews Available
  • Not Available on DVD
50
Murder at Monte Carlo (1934)
No Reviews Available
  • Not Available on DVD
51
Never Say Goodbye (1946)
No Reviews Available
Phil and Ellen Gayley have been divorced for a year, and their 8-year old daughter, Flip, is very unhappy that her parents are not together. ...more about Never Say Goodbye
  • Not Available on DVD
52
Northern Pursuit (1943)
No Reviews Available
Canadian Mountie Steve Wagner captures a German Luftwaffe officer on a spy mission, who later escapes from the prison camp. To catch the spy ring, the Mounties employ a ruse so that the spies, believing Steve to be sympathetic, enlist him in their plans. ...more about Northern Pursuit
  • Not Available on DVD
53
Objective, Burma (1945)
No Reviews Available
A group of men parachute into Japanese-occupied Burma with a dangerous and important mission: to locate and blow up a radar station. ...more about Objective
54
Perfect Specimen, The (1937)
No Reviews Available
  • Not Available on DVD
55
Pirate Party on Catalina Isle (1935)
No Reviews Available
Various Hollywood performers put on a pirate-themed variety show on Catalina Island, with a number of amiable stars in the audience. ...more about Pirate Party on Catalina Isle
56
Rocky Mountain (1950)
No Reviews Available
  • Not Available on DVD
57
Roots of Heaven, The (1958)
No Reviews Available
In Fort Lamy, French Equitorial Africa, idealist Morel (Trevor Howard)launches a one-man campaign to preserve the African elephant from extinction, which he sees as the last remaining "roots of Heaven. ...more about Roots of Heaven
  • Not Available on DVD
58
Show Business at War (1943)
No Reviews Available
  • Not Available on DVD
59
Silver River (1948)
No Reviews Available
Unjustly booted out of the cavalry, Mike McComb strikes out for Nevada, and deciding never to be used again, ruthlessly works his way up to becoming one of the most powerful silver magnates in the west. ...more about Silver River
  • Not Available on DVD
60
That Forsyte Woman (1949)
No Reviews Available
The Forsytes, Soames and Irene Forsyte is a marriage of covenience. Young Jolyon Forsyte is a black sheep who ran away with the maid after his wife's death. Teenager June Forsyte has found love with an artist, Phillip Bosseny. ...more about That Forsyte Woman
  • Not Available on DVD
61
Too Much, Too Soon (1958)
No Reviews Available
  • Not Available on DVD
62
William Tell (1953)
No Reviews Available
  • Not Available on DVD