Doris Belack
ActingAbout Doris Belack
Doris Belack (February 26, 1926 – October 4, 2011) was an American character actress of stage, film and television. Belack played the formidable soap opera producer Rita Marshall in the 1982 comedy film Tootsie. Her other film credits included roles in Fast Forward (1985), Batteries Not Included (1987), Splash, Too (1988), She-Devil (1989), Opportunity Knocks (1990), What About Bob? (1991), Naked Gun 33+1⁄3: The Final Insult. (1994), Krippendorf's Tribe (1998), The Odd Couple II (1998) and Fail Safe (2000). Her husband, producer Philip Rose, died on May 31, 2011, four months before her own death. They were married for 65 years and had no children.
Doris Belack Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Doris Belack reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 27 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Doris Belack's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 37% of Doris Belack's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Looking Up, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Doris Belack Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Doris Belack's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Doris Belack has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | Arranged | Elona | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | Prime | Blanche | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | Fail Safe | Mrs. Johnson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | Doug's 1st Movie | Mayor Tippi Dink (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | The Odd Couple II | Blanche Madison Povitch | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | Krippendorf's Tribe | President Porter | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | What's Your Sign? | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | Naked Gun 33⅓: The Final Insult | Dr. Roberts | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | What About Bob? | Dr. Catherine Tomsky | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Absolute Strangers | Fran | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Opportunity Knocks | Mona | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | She-Devil | Paula | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | The Luckiest Man in the World | Mrs. Posner | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Hostage | Edna | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | *batteries not included | Mrs. Thompson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Almost Partners | Anna McCue | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Fast Forward | Mrs. Gilroy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | The Hearst and Davies Affair | Louella Parsons | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | Sessions | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | The Cradle Will Fall | Edna Burns | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | Tootsie | Rita | Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Hanky Panky | Building Manager | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | We're Fighting Back | Doctor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | The Black Marble | Harried Woman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | The Jilting of Granny Weatherall | Olive | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | The Last Tenant | Housekeeper | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | Looking Up | Libby Levine | Super Hit | Similar → |
Doris Belack - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Doris Belack?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Doris Belack is "Looking Up" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has Doris Belack acted in?
Doris Belack has been featured in at least 27 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Doris Belack?
Other notable films include "Almost Partners", "The Luckiest Man in the World", and "Tootsie".