Rita Rudner
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Rita Rudner is an American comedian, actress and writer. She began her career as a dancer, appearing in several Broadway musicals, but switched to stand up comedy at the age of 25 when she saw a gap in the market for female comedians in New York City. She became one of the premier American female comedians to come to success in the 1980s and '90s and at one point Rudner was working successfully both in her native America (with HBO specials and acclaimed appearances on The Tonight Show) and in the UK (with her own six part TV series for BBC2). In 1989 Rudner married her long term partner, the English producer Martin Bergman and together they have collaborated on numerous films, writing and producing Peter's Friends in 1992 which starred Kenneth Branagh, Fry and Laurie, Emma Thompson, Imelda Staunton and Rudner herself, and in Bergman's 1995 directorial debut A Month In The Country which she starred in alongside Jack Lemmon, Dudley Moore and Richard Lewis. Presently she has the longest running solo comedy show in Las Vegas history a twelve year run with over 2,000 shows and one and a half million tickets sold to date.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Rita Rudner reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 17 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Rita Rudner'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 24% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Rita Rudner remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Rita Rudner and 3 Potential Ex-Husbands, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Rita Rudner Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Rita Rudner's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Rita Rudner.
Rita Rudner - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Rita Rudner?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Rita Rudner is "Rita Rudner and 3 Potential Ex-Husbands" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Rita Rudner acted in?
Rita Rudner has been featured in at least 17 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Rita Rudner?
Other notable films include "Rodney Dangerfield Hosts the 9th Annual Young Comedians Special", "Why We Laugh: Funny Women", and "Peter's Friends".