Joyce Bulifant
ActingAbout Joyce Bulifant
Joyce Collins Bulifant (born December 16, 1937) is an American actress and author. In addition to recurring roles on television, including The Mary Tyler Moore Show as Marie Slaughter, she is recognized for film roles in The Happiest Millionaire and Airplane!. She was also a frequent panelist on game shows including Chain Reaction, Match Game, and Password Plus. She has been married a total of 5 times: actor James MacArthur (m. 1958; div. 1968), actor Edward Mallory (m. 1969; div. 1974), producer/director William Asher (m. 1976; div. 1993), Glade Bruce Hansen (m. 2000; div. 2001), and actor Roger Perry (m. 2002; died 2018). She had 2 children with her first husband James MacArthur and 1 son, actor/director John Mallory Asher, with her second husband Edward Mallory. John was also adopted by her third husband William Asher.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Joyce Bulifant reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 14 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Joyce Bulifant'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 21% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Joyce Bulifant remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Haircut, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Joyce Bulifant Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Joyce Bulifant's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Joyce Bulifant.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Elizabeth Montgomery: A Bewitched Life | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | I Hate Kids | Betty Bartlett | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | Tooken | Edna Millers | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Dirty Love | Mary | Flop | Similar → |
| 2001 | Thank Heaven | Dr. Swensen | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | Diamonds | June | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | Charley's Aunt | Miss Delahay | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | The Haircut | Dell (Manicurist) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | Airplane! | Mrs. Davis | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | Better Late Than Never | Jean Wallace | Flop | Similar → |
| 1979 | Hanging by a Thread | Anita Minton | Average | Similar → |
| N/A | A Love Like This | Joyce | Flop | Similar → |
| N/A | The Songs of Christmas | Host | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | The Happiest Millionaire | Rosemary | Hit | Similar → |
Joyce Bulifant - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Joyce Bulifant?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Joyce Bulifant is "The Haircut" with a rating of 7.5/10.
How many movies has Joyce Bulifant acted in?
Joyce Bulifant has been featured in at least 14 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Joyce Bulifant?
Other notable films include "Airplane!", "The Happiest Millionaire", and "Hanging by a Thread".