May Whitty
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Dame Mary Louise Webster, DBE (19 June 1865 – 29 May 1948), known professionally as May Whitty and later, for her charity work, Dame May Whitty, was an English stage and film actress. She was one of the first two women entertainers to become a Dame. The British actors union Equity was established in her home. After a successful career she moved over to Hollywood films at the age of 72. She went to live in America, where she won awards for her film roles. From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
May Whitty Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of May Whitty reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 32 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of May Whitty's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 44% of May Whitty'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 Gaslight, which stands out as a key performance.
Best May Whitty Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from May Whitty's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie May Whitty has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1948 | The Return of October | Aunt Martha Grant | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Sign of the Ram | Clara Brastock | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | If Winter Comes | Mrs. Perch | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | This Time for Keeps | Grandmother Cambaretti | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | Green Dolphin Street | Mother Superior | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Devotion | Lady Thornton | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | My Name Is Julia Ross | Mrs. Hughes | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | The White Cliffs of Dover | Nanny | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Gaslight | Miss Thwaites | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Madame Curie | Madame Eugene Curie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Lassie Come Home | Dally | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Flesh and Fantasy | Pamela Hardwick (segment 2) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Stage Door Canteen | Dame May Whitty | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Constant Nymph | Lady Constance Longborough | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Crash Dive | Grandmother | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Slightly Dangerous | Baba | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Forever and a Day | Lucy Trimble | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Thunder Birds | Lady Jane Stackhouse | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Hedda Hopper’s Hollywood No. 6 | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Mrs. Miniver | Lady Beldon | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Suspicion | Mrs. McLaidlaw | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | One Night In Lisbon | Florence | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | A Bill of Divorcement | Aunt Hester Fairfield | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Return to Yesterday | Mrs Emily Truscott | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Raffles | Lady Melrose | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Lady Vanishes | Miss Froy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | I Met My Love Again | Aunt William | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Conquest | Laetitia Bonaparte | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Thirteenth Chair | Mrs O'Neill aka Madame Rosalie la Grange | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Night Must Fall | Mrs. Bramson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Keep Your Seats, Please | Aunt Georgina Withers | Average | Similar → |
| 1915 | The Little Minister | Nanny Webster | Flop | Similar → |
May Whitty - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of May Whitty?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring May Whitty is "Gaslight" with a rating of 7.5/10.
How many movies has May Whitty acted in?
May Whitty has been featured in at least 32 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by May Whitty?
Other notable films include "The Lady Vanishes", "Forever and a Day", and "Madame Curie".