Alice Pearce
ActingAbout Alice Pearce
Alice Pearce (October 16, 1917 - March 3, 1966) was an American actress. She was brought to Hollywood by Gene Kelly to reprise her Broadway performance in the film version of On the Town (1949). Pearce played comedic supporting roles in several films before being cast as nosy neighbor Gladys Kravitz in the TV sitcom Bewitched in 1964. She won the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series posthumously after the second season of the series. She died from ovarian cancer in 1966.
Alice Pearce Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Alice Pearce reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 17 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Alice Pearce's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 24% of Alice Pearce's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains The Thrill of It All, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Alice Pearce Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Alice Pearce's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Alice Pearce has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Elizabeth Montgomery: A Bewitched Life | Self/ Gladys Kravitz (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | A Bewitched Christmas | Gladys Kravitz | Flop | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Glass Bottom Boat | Mabel Fenimore | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | Bus Riley's Back in Town | Housewife | Flop | Similar → |
| 1965 | Dear Heart | Agnes Moore | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | Dear Brigitte | Office Clerk | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | Kiss Me, Stupid | Mrs. Mulligan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | The Disorderly Orderly | Mrs. Fuzzibee, Talkative Patient | Average | Similar → |
| 1963 | The Thrill of It All | Irving's Wife | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | Tammy and the Doctor | Nurse Millie Baxter | Flop | Similar → |
| 1963 | My Six Loves | Schoolbus driver | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | Lad: A Dog | Hilda | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Opposite Sex | Olga | Flop | Similar → |
| 1955 | Alice in Wonderland | Dormouse | Flop | Similar → |
| 1955 | How to Be Very, Very Popular | Miss 'Syl' Sylvester | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Belle of New York | Elsie Wilkins | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | On the Town | Lucy Schmeeler | Hit | Similar → |
Alice Pearce - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Alice Pearce?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Alice Pearce is "The Thrill of It All" with a rating of 7.1/10.
How many movies has Alice Pearce acted in?
Alice Pearce has been featured in at least 17 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Alice Pearce?
Other notable films include "Kiss Me, Stupid", "On the Town", and "Lad: A Dog".