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Helena McCarthy

Acting
Updated: May 11, 2026
13Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Oct 18, 1908
Birth Place: Lytham St Anne's, Lancashire, England, UK

Helena McCarthy Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Helena McCarthy reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 13 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Helena McCarthy's work falls within the TV Movie genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 38% of Helena McCarthy'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 Dracula, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Helena McCarthy Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Helena McCarthy's career based on audience ratings.

★10.0
Dracula (1968) movie poster
★10.0

Dracula: A asylum patient intrudes upon a house party referring to the guest of honor—Count Dracula—as "Master." Moments later he

Dracula

1968•TV Movie
★10.0
Anorak of Fire (1998) movie poster
★10.0

Anorak of Fire: Gus, a young trainspotter, has his life turned upside-down when he meets Natalie.

Anorak of Fire

1998•Comedy
★9.0
Buffet (1976) movie poster
★9.0

Buffet: A quick drink in the buffet before going home. Freddie's nerves are taking a hammering lately; the economy is in dire tr

Buffet

1976•Drama
★7.0
First and Last (1989) movie poster
★7.0

First and Last: The story of a retired man who decides to fulfil his life-long ambition of walking from one end of Britain to the other.

First and Last

1989•Drama
★6.8
Crossing the Floor (1996) movie poster
★6.8

Crossing the Floor: Political satire closely mirroring real-life British politics of the time - a self-serving Conservative minister "crosse

Crossing the Floor

1996•TV Movie

Full Filmography

Every movie Helena McCarthy has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1998 Anorak of Fire Old lady in chemist Super Hit Similar →
1997 The Missing Postman Mrs Atherton Flop Similar →
1996 Crossing the Floor Old Lady Hit Similar →
1994 Staggered Elderly Woman Flop Similar →
1993 Resnick: Rough Treatment Mrs. Smythe Flop Similar →
1989 First and Last Lady in Cafeteria Hit Similar →
1989 Ice Dance Gran Sefton Flop Similar →
1987 Up Line Mrs Lee Flop Similar →
1983 The Wicked Lady Moll Skelton Flop Similar →
1982 Willie's Last Stand Mother-in-Law Flop Similar →
1978 Nina - Flop Similar →
1976 Buffet Barmaid Super Hit Similar →
1968 Dracula Mrs. Hoskins Super Hit Similar →

Helena McCarthy - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Helena McCarthy?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Helena McCarthy is "Dracula" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Helena McCarthy acted in?

Helena McCarthy has been featured in at least 13 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Helena McCarthy?

Other notable films include "Anorak of Fire", "Buffet", and "First and Last".

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