Hermione Gingold
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Hermione Gingold (9 December 1897 – 24 May 1987) was an English actress known for her sharp-tongued, eccentric persona, an image enhanced by her sharp nose and chin, as well as her deepening voice, a result of vocal nodes which her mother reportedly encouraged her not to remove. She starred on stage, on radio, in films, on television, and in recordings. She also appeared on the NBC interview program Here's Hollywood. Description above from the Wikipedia article Hermione Gingold, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Hermione Gingold reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 31 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Hermione Gingold's filmography leans towards the Comedy 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), Hermione Gingold remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Winter of the Witch, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Hermione Gingold Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Hermione Gingold's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Hermione Gingold.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | Garbo Talks | Elizabeth Rennick | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | How to Be a Perfect Person in Just Three Days | Miss Sandwich | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | Amy and the Angel | Pincus | Average | Similar → |
| 1977 | Simple Gifts | Narrator (segment "The Great Frost") (voice) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | A Little Night Music | Madame Armfeldt | Average | Similar → |
| 1976 | That's Entertainment, Part II | (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | Death Brings Roses | Madame Germaine | Flop | Similar → |
| 1975 | Tubby the Tuba | Ms. Squeek (voice) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1974 | That's Entertainment! | (archive footage) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | The Special London Bridge Special | The Lady Bus Conductor | Flop | Similar → |
| 1971 | Banyon | Peggy Revere | Flop | Similar → |
| 1969 | Winter of the Witch | Witch | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | Jules Verne's Rocket to the Moon | Angelica | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | Munster, Go Home! | Lady Effigy Munster | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | Harvey Middleman, Fireman | Mrs. Koogleman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1964 | I'd Rather Be Rich | Miss Grimshaw | Average | Similar → |
| 1963 | A Cry of Angels | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1962 | Gay Purr-ee | Mme. Rubens-Chatte (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | The Music Man | Eulalie Mackechnie Shinn | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | The Naked Edge | Lilly Harris | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | The Frank Sinatra Timex Show: An Afternoon with Frank Sinatra | Self - Singer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1958 | Bell, Book and Candle | Bianca de Passe | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Gigi | Madame Alvarez ("Mamita") | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Around the World in 80 Days | Sporting Lady | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Sting of Death | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Our Girl Friday | Spinster | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Cosh Boy | Queenie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Pickwick Papers | Miss Tompkins | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Butler's Dilemma | Aunt Sophie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Someone at the Door | Lizzie Appleby | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | Dance Pretty Lady | - | Flop | Similar → |
Hermione Gingold - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Hermione Gingold?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Hermione Gingold is "Winter of the Witch" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Hermione Gingold acted in?
Hermione Gingold has been featured in at least 31 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Hermione Gingold?
Other notable films include "That's Entertainment!", "The Music Man", and "That's Entertainment, Part II".