Hillary Brooke
ActingAbout Hillary Brooke
Hillary Brooke (born Beatrice Sofia Mathilda Peterson) was an American screen and television actress best known for her work in Abbott and Costello and Sherlock Holmes films.
Hillary Brooke Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Hillary Brooke 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 Hillary Brooke's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 32% of Hillary Brooke'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 Abbott and Costello Show: Who's On First?, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Hillary Brooke Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Hillary Brooke's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Hillary Brooke has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | The Abbott and Costello Show: Who's On First? | Hillary (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | Abbott and Costello Meet Jerry Seinfeld | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Spoilers of the Forest | Phyllis Warren | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Man Who Knew Too Much | Jan Peterson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | The House Across the Lake | Carol Forrest | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Mexican Manhunt | Eve Carter | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Maze | Peggy Lord | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Invaders from Mars | Mrs. Mary MacLean | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Lady Wants Mink | Evelyn Cantrell | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Abbott and Costello Meet Captain Kidd | Capt. Bonney | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Confidence Girl | Mary Webb | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | Insurance Investigator | Addie Wilson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Admiral Was a Lady | Shirley Pedigrew | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Lucky Losers | 'Countess' Margo | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Unmasked | Doris King (Jackson) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | Alimony | Linda Waring | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Africa Screams | Diana Emerson | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Fuller Brush Man | Mildred Trist | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Big Town Scandal | Lorelei Kilbourne | Flop | Similar → |
| 1948 | Let's Live Again | Sandra Marlowe | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | Big Town After Dark | Lorelei Kilbourne | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | I Cover Big Town | Lorelei Kilbourne | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Strange Woman | Meg Saladine | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Strange Journey | Patti Leeds | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Monsieur Beaucaire | Mme. Pompadour | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | Big Town | Lorelei Kilbourne | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | Earl Carroll Sketchbook | Lynn Stafford | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Strange Impersonation | Arline Cole | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Road to Utopia | Kate | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Up Goes Maisie | Barbara Nuboult | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Woman in Green | Lydia Marlowe | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Enchanted Cottage | Beatrice Alexander | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Crime Doctor's Courage | Kathleen Carson | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Ministry of Fear | Mrs. Bellane #2 | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Standing Room Only | Alice Todd | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Jane Eyre | Blanche Ingram | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Sherlock Holmes Faces Death | Sally Musgrave | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Sherlock Holmes and the Voice of Terror | Jill Grandis | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Counter-Espionage | Pamela Hart | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Wake Island | Girl at the Inn (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Ship Ahoy | Hillary | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Two-Faced Woman | Dress Shop Clerk Hotel-Caller (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Married Bachelor | Hillary (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde | Mrs. Arnold (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Lone Rider in Frontier Fury | Georgia Deering | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Maisie Was a Lady | House Guest (Uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Philadelphia Story | Main Line Society Woman (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | New Moon | Party Guest | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Two Girls on Broadway | Second Girl in Powder Room (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Eternally Yours | Blonde On Stage | Average | Similar → |
Hillary Brooke - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Hillary Brooke?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Hillary Brooke is "The Abbott and Costello Show: Who's On First?" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Hillary Brooke acted in?
Hillary Brooke has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Hillary Brooke?
Other notable films include "The Philadelphia Story", "The Man Who Knew Too Much", and "The Enchanted Cottage".