Peggy Simpson - Actor Profile

Peggy Simpson

Acting
Freshness: Jan 26, 2026
11Total Films
7.3 Highest Rated
Born: Jul 4, 1913
Birth Place: Leeds, Yorkshire, England, UK

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Peggy Simpson reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 11 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Comedy

The majority of Peggy Simpson'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 27% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Peggy Simpson remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The 39 Steps, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Peggy Simpson Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Peggy Simpson's career based on audience ratings.

★7.3
The 39 Steps (1935) movie poster
★7.3

The 39 Steps: Richard Hanney has a rude awakening when a glamorous female spy falls into his bed - with a knife in her back. Having a

The 39 Steps

1935•Mystery
★6.9
Where There's a Will (1936) movie poster
★6.9

Where There's a Will: Will Hay plays the pennyless, bungling solicitor Benjamin Stubbins, who arrives at his office to find his insolent offic

Where There's a Will

1936•Comedy
★6.6
Young and Innocent (1937) movie poster
★6.6

Young and Innocent: When a young writer is falsely accused of murdering a famous actress, he escapes custody and joins forces with the daugh

Young and Innocent

1937•Thriller
★5.9
Dentist in the Chair (1960) movie poster
★5.9

Dentist in the Chair: The misfortunes that befall three dental students when they become unwitting accessories to a burglary.

Dentist in the Chair

1960•Comedy
★5.6
No Kidding (1960) movie poster
★5.6

No Kidding: A young couple, David and Catherine Robinson, has to turn their large country house into a money-making proposition. The

No Kidding

1960•Comedy

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Peggy Simpson.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1960 No Kidding Mother of Angus Average Similar →
1960 Dentist in the Chair Miss Brent Average Similar →
1937 Young and Innocent Alice a Bather at Beach (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1937 Darby and Joan Joan Templeton Flop Similar →
1936 Jack of All Trades Typist Average Similar →
1936 Everything Is Thunder Mitzi Flop Similar →
1936 Where There's a Will Barbara Stubbins Hit Similar →
1935 The 39 Steps The Jordans' Maid Hit Similar →
1935 Fighting Stock Maid Flop Similar →
1934 The Camels Are Coming Tourist Flop Similar →
1933 Sleeping Car - Flop Similar →

Peggy Simpson - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Peggy Simpson?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Peggy Simpson is "The 39 Steps" with a rating of 7.3/10.

How many movies has Peggy Simpson acted in?

Peggy Simpson has been featured in at least 11 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Peggy Simpson?

Other notable films include "Where There's a Will", "Young and Innocent", and "Dentist in the Chair".