Colleen Dewhurst
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Colleen Rose Dewhurst (June 3, 1924 — August 22, 1991) was a Canadian-American actress known for a while as "the Queen of Off-Broadway." In her autobiography, Dewhurst wrote: "I had moved so quickly from one Off-Broadway production to the next that I was known, at one point, as the 'Queen of Off-Broadway'. This title was not due to my brilliance but rather because most of the plays I was in closed after a run of anywhere from one night to two weeks. I would then move immediately into another." Dewhurst was a renowned interpreter of the works of Eugene O’Neill on the stage, and her career also encompassed film, early dramas on live television, and Joseph Papp's New York Shakespeare Festival. Description above from the Wikipedia article Colleen Dewhurst, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Colleen Dewhurst 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 Colleen Dewhurst'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), Colleen Dewhurst remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Tennessee Williams' South, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Colleen Dewhurst Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Colleen Dewhurst's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Colleen Dewhurst.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | Kevin Sullivan's Classic | Self - Marilla Cuthbert (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | Bed & Breakfast | Ruth | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | Dying Young | Estelle Whittier | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Kaleidoscope | Margaret | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | The Exorcist III | Satan (voice) (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | Lantern Hill | Hepzibah | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Termini Station | Molly Dushane | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | Those She Left Behind | Margaret Page | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Hitting Home | Judge | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Anne of Green Gables: The Sequel | Marilla Cuthbert | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Bigfoot | Gladys | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Sword of Gideon | Golda Meir | Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | The Boy Who Could Fly | Mrs. Sherman | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | As Is | Hospice Worker | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Johnny Bull | Marie Kovacs | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Between Two Women | Barbara Petherton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Anne of Green Gables | Marilla Cuthbert | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Night of 100 Stars II | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | You Can't Take it With You | Grand Duchess Olga Katrina | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | The Glitter Dome | Lorna Dillman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | The Dead Zone | Henrietta Dodd | Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | Alice in Wonderland | Red Queen | Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Night of 100 Stars | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Split Cherry Tree | Mrs. Sexton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | Tribute | Gladys Petrelli | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | Final Assignment | Dr. Valentine Ulanova | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | The Women's Room | Val | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | Escape | Lily Levinson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | Death Penalty | Elaine Lipton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1979 | Mary and Joseph: A Story of Faith | Elizabeth | Flop | Similar → |
| 1979 | When a Stranger Calls | Tracy | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | Silent Victory: The Kitty O'Neil Story | Mrs. O'Neil | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | Ice Castles | Beulah Smith | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | The Third Walker | Kate Maclean | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | Annie Hall | Mrs. Hall | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | A Moon for the Misbegotten | Josie Hogan | Average | Similar → |
| 1975 | Henry James' The Jolly Corner | Narrator | Flop | Similar → |
| 1974 | The Story of Jacob and Joseph | Rebekah | Average | Similar → |
| 1974 | Parker Adderson, Philosopher | Hostess | Flop | Similar → |
| 1974 | McQ | Myra | Average | Similar → |
| 1974 | The Music School | Self - Series Hostess | Flop | Similar → |
| 1973 | Tennessee Williams' South | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | The Hands of Cormac Joyce | Molly Joyce | Flop | Similar → |
| 1972 | The Cowboys | Kate | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | The Last Run | Monique | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | The Crucible | Elizabeth Proctor | Flop | Similar → |
| 1966 | A Fine Madness | Dr. Vera Kropotkin | Flop | Similar → |
| 1960 | Man on a String | Helen Benson | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | Burning Bright | Mordeen Saul | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | The Nun's Story | Dangerous Hospital Patient | Hit | Similar → |
Colleen Dewhurst - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Colleen Dewhurst?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Colleen Dewhurst is "Tennessee Williams' South" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Colleen Dewhurst acted in?
Colleen Dewhurst has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Colleen Dewhurst?
Other notable films include "Anne of Green Gables", "Night of 100 Stars II", and "Lantern Hill".