
Harriet Sansom Harris
ActingAbout Harriet Sansom Harris
Born in Texas, Harriet Sansom Harris got involved in acting as a youngster. At seventeen, Harris was accepted at New York's famed Juilliard School. Upon graduation, Harris joined The Acting Company, a repertory group formed by the first alumni of John Houseman's Drama Division of The Juilliard School. She spent three years with the Company before she left to work primarily in regional theater. This led to a successful Broadway and Off-Broadway career. Her life changed after appearing as the sole female in the original cast of "Jeffrey", Paul Rudnick's smash Off-Broadway hit about love in the time of AIDS. "Jeffrey" led to guest shots on series television, including "Frasier" (1993), where she created the memorable role of "Bebe Glazer", Frasier's cutthroat, neurotic, chain-smoking agent. She also won raves from critics for her role of "Vivian Buchanan" on CBS's "The 5 Mrs. Buchanans" (1994). She now calls New York her home, but frequently travels to California for film and television appearances. IMDb Mini Biography By: Dan Flave-Novak
Harriet Sansom Harris Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Harriet Sansom Harris reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 32 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Harriet Sansom Harris's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 41% of Harriet Sansom Harris'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 Man Who Came to Dinner, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Harriet Sansom Harris Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Harriet Sansom Harris's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Harriet Sansom Harris has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Americana | Tish | Average | Similar → |
| 2025 | Magazine Dreams | Patricia Waldron | Hit | Similar → |
| 2023 | Jules | Sandy | Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | Director by Night | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 2022 | Werewolf by Night | Verussa Bloodstone | Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | Licorice Pizza | Mary Grady | Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | Baby | The Woman | Flop | Similar → |
| 2020 | Eleanor | Eleanor Roosevelt | Flop | Similar → |
| 2017 | Phantom Thread | Barbara Rose | Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Her Last Will | Dina Cotton | Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Show Boat | Parthy Ann Hawks | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | Love Is Strange | Honey | Average | Similar → |
| 2014 | Russian Broadway Shut Down | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | Rampart | Stacy Cranston | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | Still on the Road | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | Moonlight Serenade | Angelica Webster | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Monster-in-Law | Therapist | Average | Similar → |
| 2004 | Frasier: Analyzing the Laughter | Bebe Glazer | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | The One | Nurse Besson | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | Memento | Mrs. Jankis | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | The Man Who Came to Dinner | Maggie Cutler | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | Nurse Betty | Ellen | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | The Jungle Book: Mowgli's Story | Turtle/Rhesus (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | Murder, She Wrote: South by Southwest | Millie Ogden | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Friends 'Til The End | Mrs. Boxer | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | Romeo + Juliet | Susan Santandiago | Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | Quiz Show | Enright's Secretary | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Addams Family Values | Ellen Buckman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Dottie Gets Spanked | Sharon's Mother | Average | Similar → |
| 1992 | Fool's Fire | Lady Clarice | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | Golden Years | Francie Wil | Average | Similar → |
| N/A | Borges and Me | - | Flop | Similar → |
Harriet Sansom Harris - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Harriet Sansom Harris?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Harriet Sansom Harris is "The Man Who Came to Dinner" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has Harriet Sansom Harris acted in?
Harriet Sansom Harris has been featured in at least 32 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Harriet Sansom Harris?
Other notable films include "Memento", "Frasier: Analyzing the Laughter", and "Phantom Thread".




