Eleanor Summerfield
ActingAbout Eleanor Summerfield
Eleanor Summerfield (7 March 1921 – 13 July 2001) was an English actress. Summerfield was born in St Pancras, London in 1921. She received her acting training at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art In 1937. Her first stage show was "Her Excellency", at the London Hippodrome in 1949.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Eleanor Summerfield reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 40 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Eleanor Summerfield'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 20% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Eleanor Summerfield remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in On the Beat, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Eleanor Summerfield Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Eleanor Summerfield's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Eleanor Summerfield.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981 | The Island of Adventure | Aunt Polly | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | The Watcher in the Woods | Mrs. Thayer | Average | Similar → |
| 1970 | Some Will, Some Won't | Elizabeth Robson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1970 | Foreign Exchange | Mrs. Roberts | Flop | Similar → |
| 1969 | The Spy Killer | Mrs. Roberts | Flop | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Yellow Hat | Lady Xenia | Flop | Similar → |
| 1963 | The Running Man | Hilda Tanner | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | The Invasion | Heather | Flop | Similar → |
| 1962 | On the Beat | Sergeant Lucilla Wilkins | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Guns of Darkness | Mrs. Bastian | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | Petticoat Pirates | Chief Wren Mabel Rawlins | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | On the Fiddle | Flora McNaughton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1961 | Don't Bother to Knock | Mother | Flop | Similar → |
| 1961 | Spare the Rod | Mrs. Harkness | Flop | Similar → |
| 1960 | The Millionairess | Mrs. Willoughby | Flop | Similar → |
| 1960 | Dentist in the Chair | Ethel | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | A Cry from the Streets | Gloria May | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | No Road Back | Marguerite | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | It's Great to be Young! | Barmaid | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Odongo | Celia Watford | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | Lost | Sergeant Cook | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Final Appointment | Jenny Drew | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Blackout | Margaret 'Maggie' Doone | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Face the Music | Barbara Quigley | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Isn't Life Wonderful! | Kate, Willie's wife | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Street Corner | Edna Hurran | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | Top Secret | Cecilia | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Mandy | Lily Tabor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Last Page | Vi | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Scrooge | Miss Flora | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Laughter in Paradise | Sheila Wilcott | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Third Visitor | Vera Kurton | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Story of Shirley Yorke | Doris | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | No Way Back | Beryl | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Man on the Run | May Baker, Anchor Hotel | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | All Over the Town | Beryl Hopper | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | London Belongs to Me | The Blonde | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Weaker Sex | Clippie | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Thark | Cherry Buck | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | Take My Life | Miss Carteret | Super Hit | Similar → |
Eleanor Summerfield - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Eleanor Summerfield?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Eleanor Summerfield is "On the Beat" with a rating of 7.7/10.
How many movies has Eleanor Summerfield acted in?
Eleanor Summerfield has been featured in at least 40 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Eleanor Summerfield?
Other notable films include "Take My Life", "Scrooge", and "A Cry from the Streets".