Lucile Gleason
ActingAbout Lucile Gleason
Lucile Gleason was born on February 6, 1888 in Pasadena, California, USA as Lucile Webster. She is known for her work on The Clock (1945), Woman Unafraid (1934) and She's in the Army (1942). She was married to James Gleason. She died on May 18, 1947 in Brentwood, California. The first treasurer of the Screen Actors Guild (SAG). She along with Alden Gay were the two women among the 21 founding members of SAG.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Lucile Gleason reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 39 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Lucile Gleason's filmography leans towards the Comedy 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 8% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Lucile Gleason remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Clock, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Lucile Gleason Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Lucile Gleason's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Lucile Gleason.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1945 | Don't Fence Me In | Mrs. Prentiss | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Clock | Emily Henry | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Take It Big | Sophie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Stage Door Canteen | Lucille Gleason | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | She's in the Army | Sgt. Hannah Walters | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Gay Falcon | Mrs. Vera Gardner | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Earl of Puddlestone | Lil Higgins | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Lucky Partners | Ethel's Mother | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Grandpa Goes To Town | Lil Higgins | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Money To Burn | Lil Higgins | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Covered Trailer | Lil Higgins | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Should Husbands Work? | Lil Higgins | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | My Wife's Relatives | Lil Higgins | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Beloved Brat | Miss Brewster | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Nurse from Brooklyn | 'Ma' Hutchins | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Higgins Family | Lillian Higgins | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Screen Snapshots Series 17, No. 6 | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | First Lady | Mrs. Mary Ives | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Navy Blues | Aunt Beulah | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Red Lights Ahead | Molly 'Ma' Wallace | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Rhythm on the Range | Penelope Ryland | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Ex-Mrs. Bradford | Mrs. Hutchins | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Klondike Annie | Big Tess | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | A Successful Failure | Mrs. Cushing | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | I Like it That Way | Mrs. Anderson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Woman Unafraid | Officer Augusta Winthrop | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | Beloved | The Duchess | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Solitaire Man | Mrs. Peabody | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Don't Bet on Love | Mrs. Gilbert | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | Always Kickin' | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | Off His Base | Mrs. Smith nee Minor | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | Girl of the Rio | Matron | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | Nice Women | Mrs. Girard | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | Girls About Town | Mrs. Daisy Thomas | Average | Similar → |
| 1931 | The Pagan Lady | Nellie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | Don't Believe It | Lucile | Flop | Similar → |
| 1929 | The Shannons of Broadway | Emma Shannon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1929 | Fairways and Foul | Wife | Flop | Similar → |
| 1929 | Meet the Missus | Ruby La Motte | Flop | Similar → |
Lucile Gleason - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Lucile Gleason?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Lucile Gleason is "The Clock" with a rating of 7.1/10.
How many movies has Lucile Gleason acted in?
Lucile Gleason has been featured in at least 39 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Lucile Gleason?
Other notable films include "I Like it That Way", "The Solitaire Man", and "Klondike Annie".