Brenda Bruce
ActingCareer Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Brenda Bruce 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 Brenda Bruce'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 30% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Brenda Bruce remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Henry IV Part 2, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Brenda Bruce Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Brenda Bruce's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Brenda Bruce.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | The Widowing of Mrs. Holroyd | Grandmother | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | Harnessing Peacocks | Amy Tremayne | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | Riders | Granny Maxwell | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | Splitting Heirs | Mrs. Bullock | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | The Fool | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Antonia and Jane | Therapist | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | December Bride | Martha Gilmartin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Circles Of Deceit | Maisie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | Back Home | Lady Beatrice 'Beattie' Langley | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | The Tenth Man | Madame Mangeot | Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Doctor Who: Paradise Towers | Tilda | Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | The Secret World of Polly Flint | Granny Porter | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Time After Time | June Swift | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Steaming | Mrs. Meadows | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | Macbeth | First Witch | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | Henry V | Hostess | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | Henry IV Part 2 | Hostess Quickly | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | Henry IV Part 1 | Mistress Quickly | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | A Touch of the Tiny Hacketts | Mrs Hackett | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | Quiet as a Nun | Sister Elizabeth | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | The Man in the Iron Mask | Reine Anne d'Autriche | Average | Similar → |
| 1977 | Auntie Kathleen's Old Clothes | Auntie Kathleen | Flop | Similar → |
| 1975 | All Creatures Great and Small | Miss Harbottle | Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | Swallows and Amazons | Mrs Dixon | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | Alice Through the Looking Glass | The White Queen | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | Jingle Bells | Madge | Flop | Similar → |
| 1973 | That'll Be The Day | Doreen | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | Not Counting the Savages | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1969 | The Virgin Soldiers | Nursing Sister | Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | Way Off Beat | Betty Bradshaw | Flop | Similar → |
| 1964 | The Uncle | Addie Morton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Nightmare | Mary Lewis | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Peeping Tom | Dora | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Behind the Mask | Elizabeth Fallon | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Law and Disorder | Mary Cooper | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Law and Disorder | Blacky | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Final Test | Cora | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Two on the Tiles | Janet Lawson | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Don't Ever Leave Me | Miss Smith | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Marry Me | Brenda Delamere | Flop | Similar → |
| 1948 | My Brother's Keeper | Winnie Foreman | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | When The Bough Breaks | Ruby Chapman | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | While the Sun Shines | Mabel Crum | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | Piccadilly Incident | Sally Benton | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | I See a Dark Stranger | American Waitress (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Night Boat to Dublin | Lily Leggett | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | I Live in Grosvenor Square | Girl in Guard's Van | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | What's the Next Job? | Helen | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | They Came to a City | WAAF (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Millions Like Us | Brenda | Average | Similar → |
Brenda Bruce - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Brenda Bruce?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Brenda Bruce is "Henry IV Part 2" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Brenda Bruce acted in?
Brenda Bruce has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Brenda Bruce?
Other notable films include "Swallows and Amazons", "Don't Ever Leave Me", and "Peeping Tom".