Rita Zohar
ActingAbout Rita Zohar
Rita Zohar is an actress with a career spanning film, television, and theater. She was born during World War II in a concentration camp in Balta (then part of the Kingdom of Romania). She emigrated to Israel with her mother in the 1950s and began acting at the Cameri Theatre, performing in Yiddish. In the 1980s she moved to the United States and appeared on television series including Quincy M.E., St. Elsewhere, and Cagney & Lacey. Her film credits from that period include Daniel (1983), Amadeus (1984), The Deliberate Stranger (1986), and Lady in White (1988). She won the Israeli Film Academy’s Best Actress award for Laura Adler’s Last Love Affair (1990). Her later roles include Mrs. Moskowitz and the Cats (2009) and Eleanor the Great (2025).
Rita Zohar Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Rita Zohar reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 19 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Rita Zohar's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 42% of Rita Zohar'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 Tree #3, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Rita Zohar Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Rita Zohar's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Rita Zohar has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Eleanor the Great | Bessie | Hit | Similar → |
| 2024 | Unspoken | Mrs. Helfgott | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | Tree #3 | Nurit | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | Mrs. Moskowitz and the Cats | Yolanda Moskowitz | Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | Porcelain Unicorn | Older Woman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Bella Mafia | Sister Giuliana | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | A Call to Remember | Renya Weiss | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | The Man Who Captured Eichmann | Peter's Mother | Average | Similar → |
| 1995 | Waterworld | Atoller | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | The Disappearance of Christina | Anna | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | Final Analysis | Dr. Grusin | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | The Last Love of Laura Adler | Laura | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | From the Dead of Night | Elena | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | Lady in White | Mrs. Agnes Cilak | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | Roses Are for the Rich | Daisy | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | Young Harry Houdini | Mrs. Weiss | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | The Deliberate Stranger | Eleanor Rose | Average | Similar → |
| 1985 | The Execution | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | Daniel | Grandmother | Hit | Similar → |
Rita Zohar - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Rita Zohar?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Rita Zohar is "Tree #3" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Rita Zohar acted in?
Rita Zohar has been featured in at least 19 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Rita Zohar?
Other notable films include "The Execution", "Mrs. Moskowitz and the Cats", and "Eleanor the Great".