Béatrice Picard
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Béatrice Picard (July 3, 1929 – December 9, 2025) was a Canadian actress whose career spans over six decades. She became known for her role as Angelina Desmarais in one of the first French Canadian "télé-roman" series called "Le survenant" in the early days of French-speaking television. She was also the French-Canadian voice of Marge in the Québec version of The Simpsons from 1989 until actress Chantal Baril took the part in 2023. She received the title of "Miss Radio, Télévision et Cinéma Monde" in 1958. She was a nominee in the 2008 Genie Awards for Best Lead Actress in My Aunt Aline (Ma tante Aline) in which she plays the title character. Picard became a Member of the Order of Canada in 1988. In 2012, she was made an Officer of the National Order of Québec. She died on December 9, 2025, at the age of 96.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Béatrice Picard reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 21 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Béatrice Picard'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 24% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Béatrice Picard remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in La crème des Bleu Poudre, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Béatrice Picard Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Béatrice Picard's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Béatrice Picard.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Frontiers | Helena Messier | Average | Similar → |
| 2022 | Les petits bonheurs de Béatrice | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2022 | Suzanne et Chantal | Suzanne | Flop | Similar → |
| 2017 | Marguerite | Marguerite | Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | In Deep Waters | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2015 | Death Dive | Marielle | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | My Aunt Aline | Aline St-Louis | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | Miss Météo | Ségolène | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Shooting Star | Simone | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | La crème des Bleu Poudre | (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | Le Golem de Montréal | La grand-mère | Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | Le nèg' | Cedulie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Cargo | Alice | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Deaf to the City | Florence | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | Les grands enfants | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1974 | Once Upon a Time in the East | Robertine | Flop | Similar → |
| 1973 | Taureau | Mme Larivee | Flop | Similar → |
| 1971 | Master Cats | Angela Bonneville | Flop | Similar → |
| 1970 | Here and Now | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1961 | Dubois et fils | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | Les 90 Jours | Laurette Gagnon | Super Hit | Similar → |
Béatrice Picard - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Béatrice Picard?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Béatrice Picard is "La crème des Bleu Poudre" with a rating of 8.5/10.
How many movies has Béatrice Picard acted in?
Béatrice Picard has been featured in at least 21 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Béatrice Picard?
Other notable films include "Les 90 Jours", "Le nèg'", and "Le Golem de Montréal".