
Virginia Sale
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Virginia Sale (May 20, 1899 – August 23, 1992) was an American character actress whose career spanned six decades, during most of which she played older women, even when she was in her twenties. Over the 46 years she was active as an actress, she worked in films, stage, radio and television. She was famous for her one-woman stage show, Americana Sketches, which she did for more than 1,000 performances during a 15-year span. Married to actor and studio executive Sam Wren, she co-starred with him in one of the first television family comedies, Wren's Nest, in the late 1940s and early 1950s. She gave birth to fraternal twins, Virginia and Christopher, in 1936. Later in her career she worked on television, and in commercials. She died from heart failure at the age of 93 at the Motion Picture and Television Hospital in 1992.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Virginia Sale 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 Virginia Sale'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 34% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Virginia Sale remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Hi, Beautiful, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Virginia Sale Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Virginia Sale's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Virginia Sale.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1973 | Slither | Bingo Caller | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying | Cleaning Woman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Trail Street | Hannah | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Badman's Territory | Meg | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Danger Signal | Mrs. Crockett | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Star in the Night | Miss Roberts (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Blazing the Western Trail | Nellie | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Thin Man Goes Home | Tom's Wife | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Together Again | Secretary (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | Hi, Beautiful | Wife | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | When Strangers Marry | Chambermaid | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Gang's All Here | Miss Custer, Secretary (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Destroyer | Kansas' Dance Partner | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Hit the Ice | Nurse who Faints (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Reveille with Beverly | Mrs. Browning (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Torpedo Boat | Mrs. Sweeney | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | They Died with Their Boots On | Nurse (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | One Foot in Heaven | Sister Sale at the Movie Theatre (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Flame of New Orleans | Giraud's Cousin Clarissa | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Strike Up the Band | Music Teacher | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Howards of Virginia | Neighbor Girl | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Calling All Husbands | Aunt Mabel Parker | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Flowing Gold | Nurse | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Gold Rush Maisie | Mrs. Harry Gilpin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | I Can't Give You Anything But Love, Baby | Landlady (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Forty Little Mothers | Miss Fairwell | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Doctor Takes a Wife | School Teacher (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Amazing Mr. Williams | Miss Mason - Schoolteacher (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | When Tomorrow Comes | Waitress (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Charlie Chan in Reno | Maid Reporting Missing Passkey | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Topper | Miss Johnson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Angel's Holiday | Hatchet-Faced Woman | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Go-Getter | Servant of J. Browne #2 (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | We Have Our Moments | Miss Koltz | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Three Men on a Horse | Chambermaid | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | We're in the Money | Nanny (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | After the Dance | Edna | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Man with Two Faces | Peabody | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | I Like it That Way | Old Maid | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Those We Love | Bertha | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | Fireman, Save My Child | Miss Gallop | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | Union Depot | Woman on Platform Watching Actress (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1931 | The Sin of Madelon Claudet | Charity Ward Nun (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1931 | Big Business Girl | Sally Curtin (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1930 | Moby Dick | Old Maid | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | Show Girl in Hollywood | Miss J. Rule | Flop | Similar → |
| 1929 | Why Be Good? | Junior's Secretary (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | Weary River | Noisy Lady in Audience (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1928 | Harold Teen | Mrs. Schmittenberger | Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | The Crowd | Mary's Sister-in-Law (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
Virginia Sale - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Virginia Sale?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Virginia Sale is "Hi, Beautiful" with a rating of 9.5/10.
How many movies has Virginia Sale acted in?
Virginia Sale has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Virginia Sale?
Other notable films include "The Crowd", "Star in the Night", and "The Thin Man Goes Home".




