Kathleen Howard
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Kathleen Howard (July 27, 1884 - April 15, 1956) was a Canadian-born American opera singer magazine editor and character actress from the mid-1930s through the 1940s. She spent her childhood in Buffalo, New York and is buried in Forest Lawn Cemetery there.
Kathleen Howard Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Kathleen Howard reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 42 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Kathleen Howard's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 26% of Kathleen Howard'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 Miss Susie Slagle's, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Kathleen Howard Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Kathleen Howard's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Kathleen Howard has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1950 | Born to Be Bad | Mrs. Bolton | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Cry of the City | Miss Pruett's Mother | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Bride Goes Wild | Aunt Susan | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Cynthia | Mac McQuillan, Jannings' Nurse | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Curley | Aunt Martha | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Late George Apley | Margaret | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Danger Woman | Eddie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | Centennial Summer | Deborah | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Mysterious Intruder | Rose Denning | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Miss Susie Slagle's | Miss Wingate (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Snafu | Dean Garrett | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Shady Lady | Butch | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Eadie Was a Lady | Aunt Priscilla Alden | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | Laura | Ann's Cook Louise (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Reckless Age | Sarah Wadsworth | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Swing Out the Blues | Aunt Amanda | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Crash Dive | Miss Bromley | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | You Were Never Lovelier | Grandmother Acuña (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Lady in a Jam | Mrs. Howard (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Mad Martindales | Grandmother Varney | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Take a Letter, Darling | Aunt Minnie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Ball of Fire | Miss Bragg | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Miss Polly | Minerva Snodgrass | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Blossoms in the Dust | Mrs. Sarah Keats | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Sweetheart of the Campus | Mrs. Minnie Lambeth Sparr | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | A Girl, a Guy, and a Gob | Jawme Duncan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | One Night in the Tropics | Judge McCracken (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Mystery Sea Raider | Maggie Clancy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Five Little Peppers in Trouble | Martha Wilcox | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Young People | Hester Appleby | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Outside the Three-Mile Limit | Socialite (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | First Love | Miss Wiggins | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Little Accident | Mrs. Allerton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Three Smart Girls Grow Up | Mrs. Kittenhaven | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Stolen Holiday | Mme. Delphine | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Fashion Side of Hollywood | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Man on the Flying Trapeze | Leona Wolfinger | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | It's a Gift | Amelia Bissonette | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Once to Every Bachelor | Aunt Henrietta | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | One More River | Lady Charwell | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | You're Telling Me! | Mrs. Murchison | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Death Takes a Holiday | Princess Maria | Average | Similar → |
Kathleen Howard - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Kathleen Howard?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Kathleen Howard is "Miss Susie Slagle's" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Kathleen Howard acted in?
Kathleen Howard has been featured in at least 42 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Kathleen Howard?
Other notable films include "Laura", "First Love", and "Ball of Fire".