Anna Massey
ActingAbout Anna Massey
Anna Raymond Massey CBE (11 August 1937 - 3 July 2011) was an English stage, screen, and television actress. She was the daughter of Hollywood actor Raymond Massey.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Anna Massey reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Anna Massey's filmography leans towards the Drama 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 34% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Anna Massey remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Agatha Christie: A Life in Pictures, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Anna Massey Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Anna Massey's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Anna Massey.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Affinity | Miss Haxby | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | The Oxford Murders | Julia Eagleton | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | The Gigolos | Edwina | Flop | Similar → |
| 2006 | Pinochet in Suburbia | Baroness Thatcher | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | A Good Murder | Phyllis | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Mrs Palfrey at The Claremont | Mrs. Arbuthnot | Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | The Machinist | Mrs. Shike | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | Agatha Christie: A Life in Pictures | Old Agatha Christie | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | Belonging | Brenda | Average | Similar → |
| 2002 | Possession | Lady Bailey | Average | Similar → |
| 2002 | An Angel for May | Rosie | Average | Similar → |
| 2002 | The Importance of Being Earnest | Miss Laetitia Prism | Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | Room to Rent | Sarah Stevenson | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | Dark Blue World | English Teacher | Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | The Story of 'Frenzy' | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | The Adventures of Young Indiana Jones: Winds of Change | Gertrude Bell | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | Come and Go | Vi | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | Captain Jack | Phoebe | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | Déjà Vu | Fern Stoner | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | The Slab Boys | Miss Elsie Walkinshaw | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | A Very British Psycho | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | Driftwood | Mother | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | Sweet Angel Mine | Megan's Mother | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Haunted | Nanny Tess Webb | Average | Similar → |
| 1995 | Angels and Insects | Miss Mead | Average | Similar → |
| 1995 | The Grotesque | Mrs. Giblet | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | Emily's Ghost | Miss Rabstock | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | Impromptu | George Sand's Mother | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | Mountains of the Moon | Mrs. Arundell | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | The Tall Guy | Mary | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | The Color of the Wind | Norma | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | Tears in the Rain | Lady Emily | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | A Hazard of Hearts | Eudora | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | The McGuffin | Nina | Average | Similar → |
| 1985 | Anna Karenina | Betsy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | The Chain | Betty | Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | The Little Drummer Girl | Chairlady | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | Sakharov | Klavdia | Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | Another Country | Imogen Bennett | Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Five Days One Summer | Jennifer Pierce | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | A Little Romance | Ms. Siegel | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | The Corn Is Green | Miss Ronberry | Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | A Doll's House | Kristine Linde | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | The Vault of Horror | Donna Rogers (segment 1 "Midnight Mess") | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | Frenzy | Barbara Jane "Babs" Milligan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | The Looking Glass War | Avery's Wife | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | David Copperfield | Jane Murdstone | Flop | Similar → |
| 1965 | Bunny Lake Is Missing | Elvira Smollett | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Peeping Tom | Helen Stephens | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Gideon's Day | Sally Gideon | Average | Similar → |
Anna Massey - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Anna Massey?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Anna Massey is "Agatha Christie: A Life in Pictures" with a rating of 8.1/10.
How many movies has Anna Massey acted in?
Anna Massey has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Anna Massey?
Other notable films include "The Slab Boys", "A Hazard of Hearts", and "The Machinist".