Mary Tanner Bailey
ActingAbout Mary Tanner Bailey
Mary Tanner (born 21 May 1963) is an actress whose career includes over 100 professional roles in film, television and theatre. After high profile roles for CBS and PBS in the 1980s, she returned to her native Nashville in the early '90s and began writing and producing local productions. She eventually went into puppeteering and puppet building with Wishing Chair Productions and, later, Brianimations, with Brian Hull. Tanner continues to act, and in 2019, she was seen in Dolly Parton’s Smokey Mountain Christmas Carol at the Emerson Colonial Theater in Boston, MA and God, Help Us!, co-starring Ed Asner, at the Franklin Theater in Franklin, TN.
Mary Tanner Bailey Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Mary Tanner Bailey reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 8 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Mary Tanner Bailey's work falls within the TV Movie genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 13% of Mary Tanner Bailey'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 An Uncommon Grace, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Mary Tanner Bailey Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Mary Tanner Bailey's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Mary Tanner Bailey has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | An Uncommon Grace | Rose Fisher | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | The Work and the Glory II: American Zion | Elsa Johnson | Average | Similar → |
| 1992 | Getting Up and Going Home | Barbara Montgomery | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Return to Green Acres | Daisy Ziffel | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Willy/Milly | Stephanie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Izzy & Moe | Lilly | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Private Sessions | Millie Braden | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | A Billion for Boris | Annabel Andrews | Average | Similar → |
Mary Tanner Bailey - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Mary Tanner Bailey?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Mary Tanner Bailey is "An Uncommon Grace" with a rating of 6.5/10.
How many movies has Mary Tanner Bailey acted in?
Mary Tanner Bailey has been featured in at least 8 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Mary Tanner Bailey?
Other notable films include "The Work and the Glory II: American Zion", "A Billion for Boris", and "Willy/Milly".