Teresa Wright
ActingAbout Teresa Wright
Teresa Wright (October 27, 1918 – March 6, 2005) was an American actress. Her first Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress nomination came in 1941 for her debut work in The Little Foxes. She received the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress in 1942 for her performance in Mrs. Miniver. That same year, she received an Academy Award for Best Actress nomination for her performance in Pride of the Yankees opposite Gary Cooper. She is also known for her performances in Alfred Hitchcock's Shadow of a Doubt (1943) and William Wyler's The Best Years of Our Lives (1946). Wright received three Emmy Award nominations for her performances in the Playhouse 90 original television version of The Miracle Worker (1957), in the Breck Sunday Showcase feature The Margaret Bourke-White Story, and in the CBS drama series Dolphin Cove (1989). She earned the acclaim of top film directors, including William Wyler, who called her the most promising actress he had directed, and Alfred Hitchcock, who admired her thorough preparation and quiet professionalism.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Teresa Wright reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 49 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Teresa Wright'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 33% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Teresa Wright remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Myrna Loy: So Nice to Come Home To, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Teresa Wright Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Teresa Wright's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Teresa Wright.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | I Am Alfred Hitchcock | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | Back To "Somewhere In Time" | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | Beyond Doubt: The Making of Hitchcock's Favorite Film | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | Angel Passing | Wife | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | The Rainmaker | Colleen 'Miss Birdie' Birdsong | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Robert Mitchum: The Reluctant Star | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | The Exorcist III | Penitent (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | Myrna Loy: So Nice to Come Home To | (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Perry Mason: The Case of the Desperate Deception | Helene Berman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | The Good Mother | Grandmother Eleanor | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | The Fig Tree | Miranda's Grandmother | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | Bill: On His Own | Mae Driscoll | Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Morning's at Seven | Cora Swanson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | Somewhere in Time | Laura Roberts | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | The Golden Honeymoon | Lucy Tate | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | Roseland | May | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | Flood! | Alice Cutler | Flop | Similar → |
| 1974 | The Elevator | Edith Reynolds | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | Crawlspace | Alice Graves | Flop | Similar → |
| 1969 | The Happy Ending | Mrs. Spencer | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | Hail, Hero! | Santha Dixon | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | The Desperate Hours | Eleanor Hilliard | Flop | Similar → |
| 1962 | Big Deal in Laredo | Mary | Flop | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Restless Years | Elizabeth Grant | Flop | Similar → |
| 1957 | Escapade in Japan | Mary Saunders | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Edge of Innocence | Carol Morton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Miracle Worker | Annie Sullivan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Search for Bridey Murphy | Ruth Simmons | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Once to Every Woman | Carol | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | No. 5 Checked Out | Mary | Flop | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Miracle on 34th Street | Doris Walker | Flop | Similar → |
| 1954 | Track of the Cat | Grace Bridges | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Actress | Annie Jones | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Count the Hours! | Ellen Braden | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Steel Trap | Laurie Osborne | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | California Conquest | Julie Lawrence | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | Something to Live For | Edna Miller | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Men | Ellen | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Capture | Ellen Tevlin Vanner | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Enchantment | Lark Ingoldsby | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Trouble with Women | Kate Farrell | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | Pursued | Thor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Best Years of Our Lives | Peggy Stephenson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Imperfect Lady | Millicent Hopkins | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | Casanova Brown | Isabel Drury | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Shadow of a Doubt | Young Charlie | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Pride of the Yankees | Eleanor Twitchell | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Mrs. Miniver | Carol Beldon | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Little Foxes | Alexandra "Zan" Giddens | Super Hit | Similar → |
Teresa Wright - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Teresa Wright?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Teresa Wright is "Myrna Loy: So Nice to Come Home To" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has Teresa Wright acted in?
Teresa Wright has been featured in at least 49 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Teresa Wright?
Other notable films include "The Best Years of Our Lives", "Shadow of a Doubt", and "The Little Foxes".