
Margaret Whitton
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Margaret Whitton was an American stage, film, and television actress, originally from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Whitton did her primary film work between 1986 and 1993. Her most visible roles were that of baseball team owner Rachel Phelps in Major League (1989) and its sequel Major League II, and as Michael J. Fox's vibrant, sexy and underappreciated aunt-by-marriage in The Secret of My Success (1987). She also appeared in the Robin Williams-Kurt Russell vehicle The Best of Times (1986) and in Mel Gibson's The Man Without a Face (1993). She first noticeably appeared on the stage in 1973, billed as Peggy Whitton. In the early 1980s, she began to be billed as Margaret Whitton and made her Broadway debut in 1982's Steaming. After her seven year experiment with film, she returned to the stage, appearing on Broadway in And the Apple Doesn't Fall... (1995) and in the original, award-winning musical Marlene (1999), starring Siân Phillips as Marlene Dietrich. Today she is the president of independent film producer Tashtego Films (www.tashtegofilms.com). Description above from the Wikipedia article Margaret Whitton, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Margaret Whitton reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 19 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Margaret Whitton'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 16% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Margaret Whitton remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Major League, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Margaret Whitton Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Margaret Whitton's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Margaret Whitton.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | Trial by Jury | Jane Lyle, Juror | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | Menendez: A Killing in Beverly Hills | Leslie Abramson | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | Major League II | Rachel Phelps | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | The Man Without a Face | Catherine Palin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Big Girls Don't Cry... They Get Even | Melinda | Average | Similar → |
| 1991 | The Summer My Father Grew Up | Naomi | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Kojak: None So Blind | Michele Hogarth | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | Little Monsters | Holly Stevenson | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | Major League | Rachel Phelps | Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Ironweed | Katrina | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | Baby Boom | Executive In Conference Room (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | The Secret of My Success | Vera Prescott | Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Cat & Mousse | Miriam | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Nine 1/2 Weeks | Molly | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | The Best of Times | Darla Robinson | Average | Similar → |
| 1982 | Love Child | Jacki Steinberg | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | National Lampoon's Movie Madness | First Lady Lousille Fogerty ("Success Wanters") | Flop | Similar → |
| 1974 | Teenage Hitchhikers | Sola Alcoa (as Peggy Whitton) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1972 | Parades | Jane | Average | Similar → |
Margaret Whitton - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Margaret Whitton?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Margaret Whitton is "Major League" with a rating of 6.9/10.
How many movies has Margaret Whitton acted in?
Margaret Whitton has been featured in at least 19 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Margaret Whitton?
Other notable films include "The Man Without a Face", "The Secret of My Success", and "Baby Boom".




