Kathleen Byron
ActingAbout Kathleen Byron
Kathleen Elizabeth Fell (11 January 1921 – 18 January 2009), known professionally as Kathleen Byron, was a British actress of stage, screen and television.
Kathleen Byron Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Kathleen Byron reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 46 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Kathleen Byron's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 59% of Kathleen Byron'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 A Profile of 'Black Narcissus', which stands out as a key performance.
Best Kathleen Byron Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Kathleen Byron's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Kathleen Byron has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Cameraman: The Life and Work of Jack Cardiff | Self – Interviewee | Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | Painting with Light | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | A Profile of 'Black Narcissus' | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | Saving Private Ryan | Old Mrs. Ryan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | Les Misérables | Mother Superior | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | Emma | Mrs. Goddard | Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | From a Far Country | Tadek's Mother | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | Unity | Daphne Martin | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | Hedda Gabler | Juliana Tesmen | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | The Elephant Man | Lady Waddington | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | Almost Tomorrow | Mrs.b Hamilton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1975 | One of Our Dinosaurs Is Missing | Colonel's Wife | Average | Similar → |
| 1974 | The Abdication | Queen Mother | Average | Similar → |
| 1974 | Craze | Muriel Sharp | Flop | Similar → |
| 1973 | Wolfshead: The Legend of Robin Hood | Katherine of Locksley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | Nothing But the Night | Dr. Rose | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | On Call | Elizabeth | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | The Moonstone | Lady Verinder | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | Twins of Evil | Katy Weil | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | Private Road | Mrs. Halpern | Average | Similar → |
| 1968 | Hammerhead | Lady Calvert | Average | Similar → |
| 1968 | Countercrime | Miss Hanley | Flop | Similar → |
| 1962 | Night of the Eagle | Evelyn Sawtelle | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Hand in Hand | Mrs. O'Malley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Secret Venture | Renee L'Epine | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Profile | Margot Holland | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Star of My Night | Eve Malone | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Night of the Full Moon | Jane | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Young Bess | Ann Seymour | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Gambler and the Lady | Pat | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | My Death Is a Mockery | Helen Bradley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | The House in the Square | Duchess of Devonshire | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Four Days | Lucienne Templar | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Life in Her Hands | Ann Peters | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Hell Is Sold Out | Arlette de Balzamann | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Scarlet Thread | Josephine | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | Tom Brown's Schooldays | Mrs. Brown | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Prelude to Fame | Anne Bondini | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Reluctant Widow | Mme. Annette de Chevreaux | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Madness of the Heart | Verite Faimont | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Small Back Room | Susan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Black Narcissus | Sister Ruth | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | A Matter of Life and Death | An Angel | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Silver Fleet | Schoolmistress | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Young Mr. Pitt | Millicent Grey (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Climbing High | Model on Sofa (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
Kathleen Byron - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Kathleen Byron?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Kathleen Byron is "A Profile of 'Black Narcissus'" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Kathleen Byron acted in?
Kathleen Byron has been featured in at least 46 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Kathleen Byron?
Other notable films include "On Call", "Unity", and "The Moonstone".