Beulah Bondi
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Beulah Bondi (born Beulah Bondy; May 3, 1889 - January 11, 1981) was an American stage, screen, and television actress. She was twice nominated for a Best Supporting Actress Academy Award. For a guest appearance on the television series The Waltons she won an Emmy Award.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Beulah Bondi 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 Beulah Bondi'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 60% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Beulah Bondi remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in It's a Wonderful Life, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Beulah Bondi Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Beulah Bondi's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Beulah Bondi.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | James Stewart: A Wonderful Life | Self (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | She Waits | Mrs. Medina | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | The Wonderful World of the Brothers Grimm | The Gypsy (segment "The Dancing Princess") | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | Tammy Tell Me True | Mrs. Annie Call | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | A Summer Place | Mrs. Emily Hamilton Hamble | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Back from Eternity | Martha Spangler | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Track of the Cat | Ma Bridges | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Lone Star | Minniver Bryan | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Furies | Mrs. Anaheim | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Baron of Arizona | Loma Morales | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Reign of Terror | Grandma Blanchard | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Mr. Soft Touch | Mrs. Hangale | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Life of Riley | Martha Bogle | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | So Dear to My Heart | Granny Kincaid | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Snake Pit | Mrs. Greer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Sainted Sisters | Hester Rivercomb | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | It's a Wonderful Life | Mrs. Bailey | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Sister Kenny | Mary Kenny | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Back to Bataan | Bertha Barnes | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Southerner | Granny Tucker | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | And Now Tomorrow | Aunt Em | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Our Hearts Were Young and Gay | Miss Abigail Horn | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Very Thought of You | Mrs. Harriet Wheeler | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Watch on the Rhine | Anise | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Tonight We Raid Calais | Mme. Bonnard | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | One Foot in Heaven | Lydia Sandow | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Shepherd of the Hills | Aunt Mollie Matthews | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Penny Serenade | Miss Oliver | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Captain Is a Lady | Angie Peabody | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Our Town | Mrs Webb | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Remember the Night | Mrs. Sargent | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Mr. Smith Goes to Washington | Ma Smith | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Under-Pup | Miss Delphine Thornton | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | On Borrowed Time | Nellie Northrup aka Granny | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Sisters | Rose Elliott | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Vivacious Lady | Mrs. Morgan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Of Human Hearts | Mary Wilkins | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Buccaneer | Aunt Charlotte | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Make Way for Tomorrow | Lucy Cooper | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Maid of Salem | Abigail | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Moon's Our Home | Mrs. Boyce Medford | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Trail of the Lonesome Pine | Melissa | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Invisible Ray | Lady Arabella Stevens | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Good Fairy | Doctor Schultz | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Finishing School | Miss Van Alstyne | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Two Alone | Mrs. Slag | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Stranger's Return | Beatrice | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | Rain | Mrs. Davidson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Arrowsmith | Mrs. Tozer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Street Scene | Emma Jones | Hit | Similar → |
Beulah Bondi - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Beulah Bondi?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Beulah Bondi is "It's a Wonderful Life" with a rating of 8.3/10.
How many movies has Beulah Bondi acted in?
Beulah Bondi has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Beulah Bondi?
Other notable films include "Mr. Smith Goes to Washington", "Make Way for Tomorrow", and "On Borrowed Time".