Hilda Fenemore
ActingAbout Hilda Fenemore
Hilda Lilian Fenemore (22 April 1914 – 13 April 2004) was an English actress with a prolific career in film and television from the 1940s to the 1990s. Fenemore played mainly supporting roles which were characterised in her obituary in The Stage as "friends, neighbours, mothers and passers-by"; however, her many credits meant that she fell into the category of actresses who a majority of film and TV viewers would have been unable to name, yet whose face was instantly recognisable. Her longest-running role was recurring character Jennie Wren in TV series Dixon of Dock Green, who she played for six series between 1960 and 1965.
Hilda Fenemore Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Hilda Fenemore reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Hilda Fenemore's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 16% of Hilda Fenemore'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 Witches and the Grinnygog, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Hilda Fenemore Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Hilda Fenemore's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Hilda Fenemore has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | Killing Time | Mrs Thackeray | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | Broke | Sylvia Bannister | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Up Line | Mrs Coombes | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | The Witches and the Grinnygog | Mrs. Featherly | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | The Haunting of Cassie Palmer | Mrs. Pettifeather | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | Ladies | Mrs. Wendell | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | The Stud | Tony's Mother | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | Absolution | Mrs. Hoskins | Average | Similar → |
| 1976 | The Bawdy Adventures of Tom Jones | Mrs. Belcher | Flop | Similar → |
| 1975 | Children of the Sun | June | Flop | Similar → |
| 1973 | Going Dutch | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | The Offence | Woman on Common | Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | The Stone Tape | Bar Helper | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | Along the Way | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1965 | Johnson Over Jordan | Agnes | Flop | Similar → |
| 1964 | Clash by Night | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Witchcraft | Nurse | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | This Is My Street | Doris | Average | Similar → |
| 1963 | Doctor in Distress | Railway Station Barmaid (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | The Boys | Mrs. Thompson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Strongroom | Charlady | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | The Wind of Change | Gladys | Flop | Similar → |
| 1960 | Feet of Clay | Mrs. Clarke | Flop | Similar → |
| 1960 | Carry On Constable | Woman Needing a Penny | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | Carry On Nurse | Rhoda Bray | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Boy with Two Heads | Hilda Page | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Innocent Sinners | Cassie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Strange World of Planet X | Mrs. Hale | Flop | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Young and the Guilty | Maude Marshall | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Black Ice | Lillian Dodds | Flop | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Tommy Steele Story | Mrs. Steele | Flop | Similar → |
| 1957 | Many Mansions | Mary Bell | Flop | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Secret Place | Mrs. Haywood's Neighbour (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Treasure at the Mill | Mrs. Adams | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Supersonic Saucer | Mother | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | Johnny, You're Wanted | Joke Shop Customer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1955 | Room in the House | Mrs. Peters | Flop | Similar → |
| 1954 | Nineteen Eighty-Four | Mrs. Parsons | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Souls in Conflict | Ruth Stock | Flop | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Eternal Question | Mrs. Kane | Flop | Similar → |
| 1954 | Adventure in the Hopfields | Mrs. Quin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | The End of the Road | Madge | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Large Rope | Pub Landlady | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Turn the Key Softly | Granny's Daughter (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Time Bomb | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Skid Kids | Mrs. Clarke | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | Saturday Island | Ollie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Wallet | Alice Maythorpe | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Case of the Missing Scene | Mrs. Blackeney | Flop | Similar → |
| 1950 | Chance of a Lifetime | Worker | Average | Similar → |
Hilda Fenemore - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Hilda Fenemore?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Hilda Fenemore is "The Witches and the Grinnygog" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Hilda Fenemore acted in?
Hilda Fenemore has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Hilda Fenemore?
Other notable films include "The Boys", "Nineteen Eighty-Four", and "Clash by Night".