Hillary Brooke
ActingAbout Hillary Brooke
Hillary Brooke (born Beatrice Sofia Mathilda Peterson) was an American screen and television actress best known for her work in Abbott and Costello and Sherlock Holmes films.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Hillary Brooke 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: Comedy
The majority of Hillary Brooke'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 30% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Hillary Brooke remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Abbott and Costello Show: Who's On First?, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Hillary Brooke Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Hillary Brooke's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Hillary Brooke.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | The Abbott and Costello Show: Who's On First? | Hillary (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | Abbott and Costello Meet Jerry Seinfeld | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Man Who Knew Too Much | Jan Peterson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | The House Across the Lake | Carol Forrest | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Mexican Manhunt | Eve Carter | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Maze | Peggy Lord | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Invaders from Mars | Mrs. Mary MacLean | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Lady Wants Mink | Evelyn Cantrell | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Never Wave at a WAC | First Lt. Phyllis Turnbull | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | Abbott and Costello Meet Captain Kidd | Capt. Bonney | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Confidence Girl | Mary Webb | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | Insurance Investigator | Addie Wilson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Admiral Was a Lady | Shirley Pedigrew | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Lucky Losers | 'Countess' Margo | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Unmasked | Doris King (Jackson) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | Alimony | Linda Waring | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Africa Screams | Diana Emerson | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Fuller Brush Man | Mildred Trist | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Big Town Scandal | Lorelei Kilbourne | Flop | Similar → |
| 1948 | Let's Live Again | Sandra Marlowe | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | Big Town After Dark | Lorelei Kilbourne | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | I Cover Big Town | Lorelei Kilbourne | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Strange Woman | Meg Saladine | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Strange Journey | Patti Leeds | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Monsieur Beaucaire | Mme. Pompadour | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | Big Town | Lorelei Kilbourne | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | Earl Carroll Sketchbook | Lynn Stafford | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Strange Impersonation | Arline Cole | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Road to Utopia | Kate | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Up Goes Maisie | Barbara Nuboult | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Woman in Green | Lydia Marlowe | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Enchanted Cottage | Beatrice Alexander | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Crime Doctor's Courage | Kathleen Carson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | Ministry of Fear | Mrs. Bellane #2 | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Standing Room Only | Alice Todd | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Jane Eyre | Blanche Ingram | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Sherlock Holmes Faces Death | Sally Musgrave | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Sherlock Holmes and the Voice of Terror | Jill Grandis | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Counter-Espionage | Pamela Hart | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Wake Island | Girl at the Inn (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Ship Ahoy | Hillary | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Two-Faced Woman | Dress Shop Clerk Hotel-Caller (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Married Bachelor | Hillary (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde | Mrs. Arnold (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Lone Rider in Frontier Fury | Georgia Deering | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Maisie Was a Lady | House Guest (Uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Philadelphia Story | Main Line Society Woman (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | New Moon | Party Guest | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Two Girls on Broadway | Second Girl in Powder Room (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Eternally Yours | Blonde On Stage | Average | Similar → |
Hillary Brooke - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Hillary Brooke?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Hillary Brooke is "The Abbott and Costello Show: Who's On First?" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Hillary Brooke acted in?
Hillary Brooke has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Hillary Brooke?
Other notable films include "The Philadelphia Story", "The Man Who Knew Too Much", and "The Enchanted Cottage".