Kathleen Maguire
ActingAbout Kathleen Maguire
Kathleen Maguire (September 27, 1925 – August 9, 1989) was an American actress who won an Obie Award in 1958 for her performance in the stage play, The Time of the Cuckoo. Born in New York City, Maguire was an acting student of Lee Strasberg and Sanford Meisner. Maguire was also known for two roles in two short-lived soap operas on television, first as wealthy widow, Kate Austen on A Flame in the Wind; and as extremely conservative doctor's wife, Adrian Sims on the series A World Apart. She later replaced Doris Belack in the role of Anna Wolek Craig in the long-running serial One Life to Live. Among her film credits are the 1957 drama Edge of the City, Flipper (1963), The Borgia Stick (1967), The Concorde ... Airport '79 (1979), Willie & Phil (1980), and the TV movie Bill (1981).
Kathleen Maguire Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Kathleen Maguire reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 10 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Kathleen Maguire's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 30% of Kathleen Maguire'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 Borgia Stick, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Kathleen Maguire Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Kathleen Maguire's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Kathleen Maguire has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | Alone in the T-Shirt Zone | Party Fox | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | Bill | Florence Archer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | Willie & Phil | Mrs. Sutherland | Flop | Similar → |
| 1979 | The Concorde... Airport '79 | Mary Parker | Flop | Similar → |
| 1974 | The Chadwick Family | Valerie Chadwick | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | Shock-A-Bye Baby | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | The Borgia Stick | Ruth | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | Flipper | Martha Ricks | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Edge of the City | Ellen Wilson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Bachelor Party | Helen | Flop | Similar → |
Kathleen Maguire - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Kathleen Maguire?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Kathleen Maguire is "The Borgia Stick" with a rating of 7.8/10.
How many movies has Kathleen Maguire acted in?
Kathleen Maguire has been featured in at least 10 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Kathleen Maguire?
Other notable films include "Bill", "Edge of the City", and "The Chadwick Family".