Cora Witherspoon
ActingCora Witherspoon Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Cora Witherspoon reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 46 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Cora Witherspoon's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 30% of Cora Witherspoon'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 Libeled Lady, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Cora Witherspoon Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Cora Witherspoon's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Cora Witherspoon has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1954 | It Should Happen to You | Macy's Saleslady (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Just for You | Mrs. Angevine | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | The First Time | Nurse Salisbury | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Mating Season | Mrs. Williamson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | I've Always Loved You | Edwina Blythe | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Dangerous Business | Mrs. Abigail Ellsworth | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | She Wrote the Book | Carrothers | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Young Widow | Aunt Emeline | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | Colonel Effingham's Raid | Mrs. Clara Meigs | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | She Wouldn't Say Yes | Mrs. Peterson - Patient (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | This Love of Ours | Woman | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Over 21 | Mrs. Gates | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Follies Girl | Mrs. J.B. Hamlin | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Bank Dick | Agatha Sousé | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | I Was an Adventuress | Aunt Cecile | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Charlie Chan's Murder Cruise | Susie Watson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Women | Mrs. Van Adams | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Dark Victory | Carrie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Dodge City | Mrs. McCoy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Flying Irishman | Mamie Thompson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Woman Doctor | Fanny | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Just Around the Corner | Aunt Julia Ramsby | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Three Loves Has Nancy | Mrs. Herford | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Marie Antoinette | Countess de Noailles | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Professor Beware | Mrs. Ophelia Pitts | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Port of Seven Seas | Claudine | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | He Couldn't Say No | Mrs. Coney | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Beg, Borrow or Steal | Mrs. Elizabeth Miller | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Madame X | Nora | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Big Shot | Elizabeth Simms | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Lady Escapes | Fanny Worthington | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Quality Street | Patty | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Personal Property | Mrs. Burns | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | On the Avenue | Aunt Fritz | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Dangerous Number | Gypsy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Libeled Lady | Mrs. Burns-Norvell | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Piccadilly Jim | Nesta Pett, Ann's Aunt | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Frankie and Johnnie | Mrs. Lumpy Thornton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | A Peach of a Pair | Suzy Woodbury (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Midnight | Elizabeth McGrath | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | Mushrooms | Dottie's Mother | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Way of All Freshmen | Girls School Manager | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | Ladies of the Jury | Lily Pratt | Average | Similar → |
| 1931 | Peach-o-Reno | Aggie Bruno | Average | Similar → |
| 1931 | The Night Angel | Head Nurse | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | Tarnished Lady | Saleslady | Flop | Similar → |
Cora Witherspoon - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Cora Witherspoon?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Cora Witherspoon is "Libeled Lady" with a rating of 7.3/10.
How many movies has Cora Witherspoon acted in?
Cora Witherspoon has been featured in at least 46 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Cora Witherspoon?
Other notable films include "The Women", "It Should Happen to You", and "Dark Victory".