Joyce Bulifant
ActingAbout Joyce Bulifant
Joyce Collins Bulifant (born December 16, 1937) is an American actress and author. In addition to recurring roles on television, including The Mary Tyler Moore Show as Marie Slaughter, she is recognized for film roles in The Happiest Millionaire and Airplane!. She was also a frequent panelist on game shows including Chain Reaction, Match Game, and Password Plus. She has been married a total of 5 times: actor James MacArthur (m. 1958; div. 1968), actor Edward Mallory (m. 1969; div. 1974), producer/director William Asher (m. 1976; div. 1993), Glade Bruce Hansen (m. 2000; div. 2001), and actor Roger Perry (m. 2002; died 2018). She had 2 children with her first husband James MacArthur and 1 son, actor/director John Mallory Asher, with her second husband Edward Mallory. John was also adopted by her third husband William Asher.
Joyce Bulifant Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Joyce Bulifant reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 14 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Joyce Bulifant's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 21% of Joyce Bulifant'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 Haircut, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Joyce Bulifant Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Joyce Bulifant's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Joyce Bulifant has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | A Love Like This | Joyce | Flop | Similar → |
| 2023 | Elizabeth Montgomery: A Bewitched Life | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | I Hate Kids | Betty Bartlett | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | Tooken | Edna Millers | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Dirty Love | Mary | Flop | Similar → |
| 2001 | Thank Heaven | Dr. Swensen | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | Diamonds | June | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | Charley's Aunt | Miss Delahay | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | The Haircut | Dell (Manicurist) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | Airplane! | Mrs. Davis | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | Better Late Than Never | Jean Wallace | Flop | Similar → |
| 1979 | Hanging by a Thread | Anita Minton | Average | Similar → |
| N/A | The Songs of Christmas | Host | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | The Happiest Millionaire | Rosemary | Hit | Similar → |
Joyce Bulifant - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Joyce Bulifant?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Joyce Bulifant is "The Haircut" with a rating of 7.5/10.
How many movies has Joyce Bulifant acted in?
Joyce Bulifant has been featured in at least 14 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Joyce Bulifant?
Other notable films include "Airplane!", "The Happiest Millionaire", and "Hanging by a Thread".