Adeline De Walt Reynolds
ActingAbout Adeline De Walt Reynolds
She survived the death of her husband in 1905, the San Francisco earthquake in 1906 and raising four children with no money. In 1926, when she was 64 she became one of the most mature freshman ever to enter the University of California. She graduated 6 years later with her B.A. degree. In 1940 she went to Hollywood, where she began her acting career. Best known for her role in Shirley Temple's Storybook production of "Sleeping Beauty", although she is probably seen most often in "Going My Way" as Father Fitzgibbon's elderly mother. Date of Birth 19 September 1862, Benton County, Iowa, USA Date of Death 13 August 1961, Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, USA
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Adeline De Walt Reynolds reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 23 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Adeline De Walt Reynolds's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 26% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Adeline De Walt Reynolds remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Dracula: A Cinematic Scrapbook, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Adeline De Walt Reynolds Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Adeline De Walt Reynolds's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Adeline De Walt Reynolds.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | Dracula: A Cinematic Scrapbook | Madame Zimba (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Edge of Hell | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 1954 | Witness to Murder | The Old Lady - Mental Patient (as Adeline de Walt Reynolds) | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Three Lives | Mrs. Vadney | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | Lydia Bailey | Mme. Antoinette d'Autremont (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Pony Soldier | White Moon (as Adeline DeWalt Reynolds) | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Here Comes the Groom | Aunt Amy (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1950 | Stars in My Crown | Granny Gailbraith (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Sickle or the Cross | Mrs. Burnside | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Girl from Manhattan | Old woman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Little Witch | Dona Lucia Castillo | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Corn Is Green | Old Woman Reading (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | A Tree Grows in Brooklyn | Mrs. Waters (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Going My Way | Mrs. Molly Fitzgibbon (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Happy Land | Mrs. Schneider (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Son of Dracula | Madame Queen Zimba | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Behind the Rising Sun | Grandmother | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Human Comedy | Librarian | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Street of Chance | Grandma Diedrich | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Iceland | Grandma (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Tales of Manhattan | Grandmother | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Tuttles of Tahiti | Mama Ruau | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Come Live with Me | Grandma | Hit | Similar → |
Adeline De Walt Reynolds - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Adeline De Walt Reynolds?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Adeline De Walt Reynolds is "Dracula: A Cinematic Scrapbook" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Adeline De Walt Reynolds acted in?
Adeline De Walt Reynolds has been featured in at least 23 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Adeline De Walt Reynolds?
Other notable films include "A Tree Grows in Brooklyn", "The Corn Is Green", and "Stars in My Crown".