Dorothy Peterson
ActingDorothy Peterson Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Dorothy Peterson reflects exceptional commercial consistency. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Dorothy Peterson's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 100% of Dorothy Peterson'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 Laddie, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Dorothy Peterson Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Dorothy Peterson's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Dorothy Peterson has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | Seed of Innocence | Nun | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Sister Kenny | Agnes | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Canyon Passage | Mrs. Dance (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Woman in the Window | Mrs. Wanley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Mr. Skeffington | Manby | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Air Force | Mrs. Chester (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Moon Is Down | Mother (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Reconnaissance Pilot | Mrs. Cummings | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Man in the Trunk | Lola DeWinters | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Saboteur | Mrs. Mason | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Uncle Joe | Margaret Day | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Henry Aldrich for President | Mrs. Aldrich | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Ride, Kelly, Ride | Mrs. Martin | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Five Little Peppers in Trouble | Mrs. Pepper | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Lillian Russell | Cynthia Leonard | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Too Many Husbands | Gertrude Houlihan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Five Little Peppers at Home | Mrs. Pepper | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Sabotage | Edith Grayson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Two Bright Boys | Kathleen O'Donnell | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Five Little Peppers And How They Grew | Mrs. Pepper | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Dark Victory | Miss Wainwright | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | 52nd Street | Adela Rondell | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Her Husband Lies | Dorothy Powell | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Reunion | Katherine Kennedy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Devil Is a Sissy | Mrs. Jennie Stevens | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Country Doctor | Nurse Katherine Kennedy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Man of Iron | Bessie Bennett | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Freckles | Mrs. Duncan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Pursuit | Mrs. McCoy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Laddie | Mrs. Stanton | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Society Doctor | Mrs. Harrigan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Treasure Island | Mrs. Hawkins | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Uncertain Lady | Cicily Prentiss | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Beloved | Baroness Irene von Hausmann | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Big Executive | Mrs. Sarah Conway | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Mayor of Hell | Mrs. Smith | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Hold Me Tight | Mary Shane | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Reform Girl | Mrs. Putnam | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Thrill of Youth | Seena Sherwood | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Night World | Edith Blair | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | She Wanted a Millionaire | Mrs. Miller | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Forbidden | Helen Grover | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Emma | Mrs. Winthrop (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Skyline | Rose Breen | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Penrod and Sam | Mary Schofield | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Penrod and Sam | Mrs. Schofield | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Bought! | The Mother | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | The Reckless Hour | Mrs. Susie Jennison | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Party Husband | Kate | Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | Mothers Cry | Mary Williams | Hit | Similar → |
Dorothy Peterson - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Dorothy Peterson?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Dorothy Peterson is "Laddie" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Dorothy Peterson acted in?
Dorothy Peterson has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Dorothy Peterson?
Other notable films include "She Wanted a Millionaire", "Freckles", and "Two Bright Boys".