Thora Hird
ActingAbout Thora Hird
Dame Thora Hird, DBE was an English actress and comedian of stage and screen, presenter and writer. In a career spanning over 70 years, she appeared in more than 100 film and television roles, becoming a household name and a British institution.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Thora Hird reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Thora Hird's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 44% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Thora Hird remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Go to Blazes, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Thora Hird Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Thora Hird's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Thora Hird.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | Lost for Words | Annie Longden | Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | Talking Heads 2 | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | Pat and Margaret | Jim's Mother | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Wide-Eyed and Legless | Deric's Mother | Average | Similar → |
| 1992 | Memento Mori | Jean Taylor | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | Consuming Passions | Mrs. Gordon | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | The Nightcomers | Mrs. Grose | Average | Similar → |
| 1963 | Bitter Harvest | Mrs. Jessup | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | Term of Trial | Mrs. Taylor | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | A Kind of Loving | Mrs. Rothwell | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | The Entertainer | Mrs. Ada Lapford | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Further Up the Creek | Mrs. Galloway | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | These Dangerous Years | Mrs. Ada Larkin | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Now and Forever | Maggie the Maid (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Sailor Beware | Mrs Lack | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Home and Away | Margie Groves | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Women Without Men | Gran' Rafferty | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Lost | Kelly's landlady | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Simon and Laura | Jessie | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Quatermass Xperiment | Rosie Wrigley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Love Match | Sal Brown | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | One Good Turn | Cook | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | A Day to Remember | Mrs. Trott | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Background | Mrs. Humphries | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Personal Affair | Mrs. Usher | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Turn the Key Softly | Mrs. Rowan, landlady | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Long Memory | Mrs Pewsey | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Great Game | Miss Rawlings | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Time, Gentlemen, Please! | Alice Crouch | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Emergency Call | Mrs. Cornelius | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Frightened Man | Vera | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Magic Box | Doctor's Housekeeper | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Galloping Major | Tea Stall Woman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Magnet | Nanny's friend | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Once a Sinner | Mrs. James | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Cure for Love | Mrs. Dorbell | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Madness of the Heart | Rosa | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Boys in Brown | Mrs. Knowles | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Conspirator | Broaders | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Fools Rush In | Mrs. Coot | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Portrait from Life | Mrs. Skinner | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Weaker Sex | Mrs. Gaye | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Corridor of Mirrors | Visitor in Tussauds | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | My Brother Jonathan | Ada | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Two Thousand Women | Mrs. Burtshaw | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Lodger | First Murder Victim Katie (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Went the Day Well? | Ivy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Foreman Went to France | Barmaid | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Black Sheep of Whitehall | Joyce | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Go to Blazes | Elsie | Super Hit | Similar → |
Thora Hird - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Thora Hird?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Thora Hird is "Go to Blazes" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Thora Hird acted in?
Thora Hird has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Thora Hird?
Other notable films include "Time, Gentlemen, Please!", "Consuming Passions", and "The Black Sheep of Whitehall".