Hilda Fenemore
ActingAbout Hilda Fenemore
Hilda Lilian Fenemore (22 April 1914 – 13 April 2004) was an English actress with a prolific career in film and television from the 1940s to the 1990s. Fenemore played mainly supporting roles which were characterised in her obituary in The Stage as "friends, neighbours, mothers and passers-by"; however, her many credits meant that she fell into the category of actresses who a majority of film and TV viewers would have been unable to name, yet whose face was instantly recognisable. Her longest-running role was recurring character Jennie Wren in TV series Dixon of Dock Green, who she played for six series between 1960 and 1965.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Hilda Fenemore 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 Hilda Fenemore'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 16% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Hilda Fenemore remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Witches and the Grinnygog, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Hilda Fenemore Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Hilda Fenemore's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Hilda Fenemore.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | Killing Time | Mrs Thackeray | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | Broke | Sylvia Bannister | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Up Line | Mrs Coombes | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | The Witches and the Grinnygog | Mrs. Featherly | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | The Haunting of Cassie Palmer | Mrs. Pettifeather | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | Ladies | Mrs. Wendell | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | The Stud | Tony's Mother | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | Absolution | Mrs. Hoskins | Average | Similar → |
| 1976 | The Bawdy Adventures of Tom Jones | Mrs. Belcher | Flop | Similar → |
| 1975 | Children of the Sun | June | Flop | Similar → |
| 1973 | Going Dutch | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | The Offence | Woman on Common | Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | The Stone Tape | Bar Helper | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | Along the Way | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1965 | Johnson Over Jordan | Agnes | Flop | Similar → |
| 1964 | Clash by Night | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Witchcraft | Nurse | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | This Is My Street | Doris | Average | Similar → |
| 1963 | Doctor in Distress | Railway Station Barmaid (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | The Boys | Mrs. Thompson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Strongroom | Charlady | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | The Wind of Change | Gladys | Flop | Similar → |
| 1960 | Feet of Clay | Mrs. Clarke | Flop | Similar → |
| 1960 | Carry On Constable | Woman Needing a Penny | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | Carry On Nurse | Rhoda Bray | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Boy with Two Heads | Hilda Page | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Innocent Sinners | Cassie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Strange World of Planet X | Mrs. Hale | Flop | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Young and the Guilty | Maude Marshall | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Black Ice | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Tommy Steele Story | Mrs. Steele | Flop | Similar → |
| 1957 | Many Mansions | Mary Bell | Flop | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Secret Place | Mrs. Haywood's Neighbour (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Treasure at the Mill | Mrs. Adams | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Supersonic Saucer | Mother | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | Johnny, You're Wanted | Joke Shop Customer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1955 | Room in the House | Mrs. Peters | Flop | Similar → |
| 1954 | Nineteen Eighty-Four | Mrs. Parsons | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Souls in Conflict | Ruth Stock | Flop | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Eternal Question | Mrs. Kane | Flop | Similar → |
| 1954 | Adventure in the Hopfields | Mrs. Quin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | The End of the Road | Madge | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Large Rope | Pub Landlady | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Turn the Key Softly | Granny's Daughter (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Time Bomb | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Skid Kids | Mrs. Clarke | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | Saturday Island | Ollie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Wallet | Alice Maythorpe | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Case of the Missing Scene | Mrs. Blackeney | Flop | Similar → |
| 1950 | Chance of a Lifetime | Worker | Average | Similar → |
Hilda Fenemore - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Hilda Fenemore?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Hilda Fenemore is "The Witches and the Grinnygog" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Hilda Fenemore acted in?
Hilda Fenemore has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Hilda Fenemore?
Other notable films include "The Boys", "Nineteen Eighty-Four", and "Clash by Night".