Amy Veness
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Amy Veness (26 February 1876 – 22 September 1960) was a British film actress. She played the role of Grandma Huggett in The Huggetts Trilogy. Description above from the Wikipedia article Amy Veness, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Amy Veness reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Amy Veness'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), Amy Veness remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Flying Fifty-Five, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Amy Veness Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Amy Veness's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Amy Veness.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1954 | Doctor in the House | Grandma Cooper (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Angels One Five | Aunt Tabitha | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Magic Box | Grandmother in Wedding Group | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Tom Brown's Schooldays | Mrs. Wixie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Captain Horatio Hornblower R.N. | Mrs. McPhee (Hornblower's Housekeeper) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Portrait of Clare | Lady In The Train | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Chance of a Lifetime | Lady Davis | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Astonished Heart | Alice Smith | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | A Boy, a Girl and a Bike | Grannie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Huggetts Abroad | Grandma Huggett | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Vote for Huggett | Grandma | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Here Come the Huggetts | Grandma Huggett | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | My Brother's Keeper | Mrs. Gully | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Oliver Twist | Mrs. Bedwin | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Bond Street | Seamstress | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Good-Time Girl | Mrs. Chalk | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Blanche Fury | Mrs. Winterbourne | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Master of Bankdam | Mrs. Pilling | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Turners of Prospect Road | Grandma | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Don Chicago | Bowie Knife Bella | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | They Were Sisters | Mrs Pursley | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | Madonna of the Seven Moons | Tessa | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | The World Owes Me a Living | Mrs. Waterman | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Don't Take It to Heart | Cook | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | This Happy Breed | Mrs. Flint | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Fanny by Gaslight | Mrs. Heaviside | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Man in Grey | Mrs. Armstrong (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Millions Like Us | Mrs. Blythe | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | This England | Jenny | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Just William | Mrs. Bott | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Flying Fifty-Five | Aunt Eliza | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Show Goes On | Mrs. Scowcroft, Sally's Mother | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Mill on the Floss | Mrs. Deane | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Black Roses | Annushka | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Windbag the Sailor | Emma Harbottle | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Crime Over London | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Beloved Vagabond | Cafe Owner | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Play Up the Band | Lady Heckdyke | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Drake of England | Mother Moore | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Old Curiosity Shop | Mrs. Jarley | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | Lorna Doone | Betty Muxworthy | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | A Southern Maid | Donna Rosa | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | Let Me Explain, Dear | Aunt Fanny | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | Their Night Out | Gertrude Bunting | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | Murder on the Second Floor | Mrs Armitage | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | Self Made Lady | Old Sookey | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | Tonight's the Night - Pass It On | Emily Smithers | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | Hobson's Choice | Mrs. Hepworth | Flop | Similar → |
| 1919 | The Brat | Mrs. Forrester | Flop | Similar → |
| 1917 | Please Help Emily | Mrs. Lethbridge | Flop | Similar → |
Amy Veness - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Amy Veness?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Amy Veness is "Flying Fifty-Five" with a rating of 7.6/10.
How many movies has Amy Veness acted in?
Amy Veness has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Amy Veness?
Other notable films include "Oliver Twist", "Windbag the Sailor", and "This Happy Breed".