Peggy Pope - Actor Profile

Peggy Pope

Acting
Updated: Apr 10, 2026
18Total Films
7.0 Highest Rated
Born: May 15, 1929
Birth Place: Montclair, New Jersey, USA

About Peggy Pope

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Peggy Pope (May 15, 1929 – May 27, 2020) was an American actress of stage, television and film. Pope made many acting appearances, including in such television series as Bewitched, Hart to Hart, Eight Is Enough, Barney Miller (in six episodes), Soap, The Golden Girls, Hope & Faith, and Law & Order. She is likely best remembered, if not by name, as "the office lush", and later, recovering alcoholic, Margaret Foster, in the 1980 movie 9 to 5. She also had a small role as Elvira in the 1984 science fiction movie The Last Starfighter. A year later, she appeared in Once Bitten as Mark Kendall's mother. In 2008, she appeared as Sister Angela in Clark Gregg's Choke. Pope's Broadway credits include Doctor Jazz (1975), The School for Wives (1971), Harvey (1970), The Rose Tattoo (1966), Viva Madison Avenue! (1960), The Long Dream (1960), and Moonbirds (1959). Pope won an Obie Award for Best Actress in 1968 for her performance in Muzeeka.

Peggy Pope Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Peggy Pope reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 18 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Peggy Pope's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 22% of Peggy Pope'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 Acts of Love and Other Comedies, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Peggy Pope Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Peggy Pope's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Peggy Pope has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2008 Choke Sister Angela Average Similar →
2007 Four Lane Highway Waitress Flop Similar →
1996 The Substitute Hannah Dillon Hit Similar →
1989 Curfew Mrs. Alva Flop Similar →
1988 Meet the Munceys Bernice Muncey Flop Similar →
1987 Roses Are for the Rich Bea Osborne Average Similar →
1985 Once Bitten Mrs. Kendall Average Similar →
1984 The Toughest Man in the World Esther Flop Similar →
1984 The Last Starfighter Elvira Hit Similar →
1981 All Night Long Waitress Flop Similar →
1980 Nine to Five Margaret Foster Hit Similar →
1978 Fame Dottie Dorfman Flop Similar →
1978 Peeping Times Prisoner Flop Similar →
1977 Oh, God! Shoplifting Customer (uncredited) Average Similar →
1973 Hail Sister Veronica Average Similar →
1973 Acts of Love and Other Comedies Betty Waterman Hit Similar →
1972 ...And Then It Happened Emma Flop Similar →
1971 Made For Each Other Group Member Flop Similar →

Peggy Pope - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Peggy Pope?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Peggy Pope is "Acts of Love and Other Comedies" with a rating of 7.0/10.

How many movies has Peggy Pope acted in?

Peggy Pope has been featured in at least 18 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Peggy Pope?

Other notable films include "The Substitute", "Nine to Five", and "The Last Starfighter".

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