Elspeth Dudgeon
ActingAbout Elspeth Dudgeon
Elspeth Dudgeon was an English stage actress who appeared in a number of uncredited and small supporting roles in Hollywood films beginning from 1932.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Elspeth Dudgeon reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 45 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Elspeth Dudgeon'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 38% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Elspeth Dudgeon remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Footlight Glamour, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Elspeth Dudgeon Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Elspeth Dudgeon's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Elspeth Dudgeon.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1949 | The Great Sinner | Fearful Old Gambling Woman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Lust for Gold | Martha Bannister | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Monsieur Verdoux | Old Woman (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Bulldog Drummond Strikes Back | Nanny | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Yankee Fakir | Scrubwoman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | Devotion | Elderly Reader of "Jane Eyre" (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Woman Who Came Back | Jezebel Trister | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Suspect | Pauline Barlow (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Reckless Age | Miss Ferris | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | Bathing Beauty | Miss Travers (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Footlight Glamour | Frances | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Family Troubles | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Nightmare | Angus' wife | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Now, Voyager | Aunt Hester (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Foreign Correspondent | Woman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Pride and Prejudice | Mrs. King | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Raffles | School Mistress | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Calling Dr. Kildare | Old Lady in Hall (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle | Lady Bolton (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Bulldog Drummond's Secret Police | Mrs. Thomas, Housekeeper | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Midnight | Stephanie's Party Guest with Dog (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Mystery House | Aunt Lucy Kingery | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Sh! The Octopus | Nanny | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Prince and the Pauper | Grandmother Canty | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Camille | Fireplace Attendant (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | A Woman Rebels | Lord Gaythorne's Maid (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Give Me Your Heart | Alice Dodd | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | The White Angel | Lady Disapproving of Florence #2 (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Show Boat | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Kind Lady | Lady Emily (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Last Outpost | Head Nurse (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Becky Sharp | Miss Pinkerton | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Bride of Frankenstein | Gypsy's Mother (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Vanessa: Her Love Story | Vera Trent | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Night Is Young | Duchess of Reidheim (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Moonstone | Betteredge | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | Stand Up and Cheer! | Reformer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | Stage Mother | Music Store Customer (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | Zoo in Budapest | Woman Whose Skunk Was Stolen (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Old Dark House | Sir Roderick Femm | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Crash | Solitaire Player | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | A Successful Calamity | Musicale Guest (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | Vanity Fair | Sir Pitt's Housekeeper | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Impatient Maiden | Neighbor (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | Waterloo Bridge | Elegant Dowager (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
Elspeth Dudgeon - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Elspeth Dudgeon?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Elspeth Dudgeon is "Footlight Glamour" with a rating of 7.7/10.
How many movies has Elspeth Dudgeon acted in?
Elspeth Dudgeon has been featured in at least 45 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Elspeth Dudgeon?
Other notable films include "Monsieur Verdoux", "Bride of Frankenstein", and "Midnight".