Kathleen Freeman
ActingAbout Kathleen Freeman
Kathleen Freeman (February 17, 1919 – August 23, 2001) was an American film, television, voice actress, and stage actress. In a career that spanned more than fifty years, she portrayed acerbic maids, secretaries, teachers, busybodies, nurses, and battle-axe neighbors and relatives, almost invariably to comic effect.
Kathleen Freeman Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Kathleen Freeman 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 Kathleen Freeman's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 100% of Kathleen Freeman'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 Psycho Sisters, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Kathleen Freeman Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Kathleen Freeman's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Kathleen Freeman has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | What a Glorious Feeling: The Making of 'Singin' in the Rain' | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | Man and Cat | Female Cat | Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | Shrek | Old Woman (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Hercules | Heavyset Woman (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | Naked Gun 33⅓: The Final Insult | Muriel | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Hocus Pocus | Miss Olin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Nickel & Dime | Judge C.C. Leichter | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Dutch | Gritzi | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Gremlins 2: The New Batch | Microwave Marge | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Super Ducktales | Mrs. Crackshell (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Chances Are | Mrs. Handy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Hollywood Chaos | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Innerspace | Dream Lady | Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | The Blues Brothers | Sister Mary Stigmata | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | Psycho Sisters | Hilda | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | The Sting | Kid Twist's Wife (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | Hitched | Rainbow McCloud | Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | Stand Up and Be Counted | Sarah | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | Support Your Local Gunfighter | Mrs. Perkins | Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | But I Don't Want to Get Married! | Mrs. Borg | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | The Ballad of Cable Hogue | Mrs. Jensen | Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | Support Your Local Sheriff! | Mrs. Danvers | Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | Point Blank | First Citizen | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Mail Order Bride | Sister Sue | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | Who's Minding the Store? | Mrs. Glucksman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Madison Avenue | Miss Thelma Haley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | North to Alaska | Lena Nordqvist | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Buccaneer | Tina | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Fly | Emma | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Missouri Traveler | Serena Poole | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Pawnee | Mrs. Carter | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Artists and Models | Mrs. Muldoon (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Seven Year Itch | Woman at Vegetarian Restaurant (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Far Country | Grits | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Bad and the Beautiful | Miss March (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Prisoner of Zenda | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Monkey Business | Mrs. Brannigan (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | O. Henry's Full House | Mrs. Dorset (segment "The Ransom of Red Chief") (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Singin' in the Rain | Phoebe Dinsmore (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Love Is Better Than Ever | Mrs. Kahrney | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Come Fill the Cup | Lil - Newspaper Switchboard Operator (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | A Place in the Sun | Factory Worker - Prosecution Witness (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Cry Danger | Cigarette Clerk #2 (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Cry Danger | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Second Face | Shirley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Lonely Heart Bandits | Bertha Martin | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Reformer and the Redhead | Lily Parker | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | House by the River | Effie Ferguson - Party Guest | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | No Man of Her Own | Clara Larrimore (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Naked City | Stout Young Woman on an Elevated Train (Uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
Kathleen Freeman - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Kathleen Freeman?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Kathleen Freeman is "Psycho Sisters" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Kathleen Freeman acted in?
Kathleen Freeman has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Kathleen Freeman?
Other notable films include "But I Don't Want to Get Married!", "Singin' in the Rain", and "The Sting".