Madge Kennedy
ActingCareer Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Madge Kennedy reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 44 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Madge Kennedy'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 16% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Madge Kennedy remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in North by Northwest, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Madge Kennedy Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Madge Kennedy's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Madge Kennedy.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | W.C. Fields: Straight Up | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1976 | Marathon Man | Lady in Bank | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | The Day of the Locust | Mrs. Johnson | Average | Similar → |
| 1970 | The Baby Maker | Tish's Grandmother | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | They Shoot Horses, Don't They? | Mrs. Laydon | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | Do Not Go Gentle Into That Good Night | Mrs. Flagler | Flop | Similar → |
| 1960 | Let's Make Love | Miss Manners (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | North by Northwest | Mrs. Finlay (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Plunderers of Painted Flats | Mary East | Flop | Similar → |
| 1958 | A Nice Little Bank That Should Be Robbed | Grace Havens | Flop | Similar → |
| 1958 | Houseboat | Mrs. Farnsworth | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Lust for Life | Anna Cornelia van Gogh | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Catered Affair | Mrs. Joe Halloran | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Three Bad Sisters | Martha Craig | Flop | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Rains of Ranchipur | Mrs. Smiley | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Main Street to Broadway | Mrs. Cope in Fantasy Sequence | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Marrying Kind | Judge Anne B. Carroll | Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | Oh, Baby! | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1925 | Lying Wives | Margery Burkley | Flop | Similar → |
| 1925 | Bad Company | Gloria Waring | Flop | Similar → |
| 1925 | Scandal Street | Sheila Kane | Flop | Similar → |
| 1924 | Three Miles Out | Molly Townsend | Flop | Similar → |
| 1923 | The Purple Highway | April Blair | Flop | Similar → |
| 1921 | Oh Mary Be Careful | Mary Meacham | Flop | Similar → |
| 1921 | The Girl with the Jazz Heart | Kittie Swasher / Miriam Smith | Flop | Similar → |
| 1921 | The Highest Bidder | Sally Raeburn | Flop | Similar → |
| 1920 | Help Yourself | Emily Ray | Flop | Similar → |
| 1920 | The Truth | Becky Warder | Flop | Similar → |
| 1920 | Dollars and Sense | Hazel Farron | Flop | Similar → |
| 1920 | The Blooming Angel | Floss | Flop | Similar → |
| 1919 | Strictly Confidential | Fanny O'Gorman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1919 | Through the Wrong Door | Isabel Carter | Flop | Similar → |
| 1919 | Leave It to Susan | Susan Burbridge | Flop | Similar → |
| 1919 | Daughter of Mine | Rosie Mendelsohn / Lady Diantha | Flop | Similar → |
| 1919 | Day Dreams | Primrose | Flop | Similar → |
| 1918 | A Perfect Lady | Lucille Le Jambon / Lucy Higgins | Flop | Similar → |
| 1918 | Stake Uncle Sam to Play Your Hand | Joan of Arc | Flop | Similar → |
| 1918 | The Kingdom of Youth | Ruth Betts | Flop | Similar → |
| 1918 | Friend Husband | Dorothy Dean | Flop | Similar → |
| 1918 | The Fair Pretender | Sylvia Maynard | Flop | Similar → |
| 1918 | The Danger Game | Clytie Rogers | Flop | Similar → |
| 1918 | Our Little Wife | Dodo Warren | Flop | Similar → |
| 1917 | Nearly Married | Betty Griffon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1917 | Baby Mine | Zoie | Flop | Similar → |
Madge Kennedy - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Madge Kennedy?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Madge Kennedy is "North by Northwest" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Madge Kennedy acted in?
Madge Kennedy has been featured in at least 44 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Madge Kennedy?
Other notable films include "They Shoot Horses, Don't They?", "Lust for Life", and "Marathon Man".