Ethel Griffies
ActingEthel Griffies Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Ethel Griffies 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 Ethel Griffies's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 88% of Ethel Griffies'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 Tonight Is Ours, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Ethel Griffies Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Ethel Griffies's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Ethel Griffies has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1963 | Billy Liar | Grandma Florence | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | The Birds | Mrs. Bundy | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Homestretch | Aunt Martha | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Sing While You Dance | Mrs. Abigail Smith | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Strange Affair of Uncle Harry | Mrs. Nelson | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Molly and Me | Mrs. Lamb | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Thrill of a Romance | Mrs. Fenway | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Music for Millions | Mrs. McGuff | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | The White Cliffs of Dover | Woman on Train Opening Window (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Pardon My Rhythm | Mrs. Martha Dean | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | It Happened Tomorrow | Mrs. O'Connor (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Jane Eyre | Grace Poole | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Holy Matrimony | Lady Vale | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | First Comes Courage | Nurse | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Forever and a Day | Wife of Man in Air Raid Shelter | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Mrs. Wiggs of the Cabbage Patch | Mrs. Graham | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Between Us Girls | Gallagher | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Postman Didn't Ring | Catherine Vandewater | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Castle in the Desert | Mme. Saturnia, aka Lizzie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Son of Fury: The Story of Benjamin Blake | Matron (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Right to the Heart | Minerva Bromley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Remember the Day | Undetermined Role | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | How Green Was My Valley | Mrs. Nicholas | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Dead Men Tell | Miss Patience Nodbury | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Stranger on the Third Floor | Mrs. Kane | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Waterloo Bridge | Mrs. Clark - Landlady (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Irene | Princess Minetti | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | We Are Not Alone | Mrs. Raymond | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | I'm from Missouri | Miss Wildhack | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Kathleen Mavourneen | Hannah O'Dwyer | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Twice Branded | Mrs. Etta Hamilton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Anna Karenina | Mme. Kartasoff | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Vanessa: Her Love Story | Winifred Trent | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Painted Veil | Lady Coldchester (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | We Live Again | Aunt Marie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Sadie McKee | Woman in Subway (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Alice in Wonderland | Miss Simpson (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | Bombshell | Mrs. Ward - Orphanage Representative (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Doctor Bull | Miss Ace | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Midnight Club | The Duchess | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Horse Play | Emily | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Looking Forward | Miss Judd | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | A Lady's Profession | Lady McDougal | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Tonight Is Ours | Zana | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Love Me Tonight | Second Aunt | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Westward Passage | Lady Caverly | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Impatient Maiden | Nurse Lovett | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Waterloo Bridge | Mrs. Hobley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Chances | Drunken Flower Vendor in Pub (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | Old English | Adela Heythorp | Average | Similar → |
Ethel Griffies - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Ethel Griffies?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ethel Griffies is "Tonight Is Ours" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Ethel Griffies acted in?
Ethel Griffies has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Ethel Griffies?
Other notable films include "The Impatient Maiden", "Midnight Club", and "The Homestretch".