Kathleen Harrison
ActingAbout Kathleen Harrison
Kathleen Harrison was long a stalwart of British cinema. Her place was always firmly below stairs – a cook perhaps, or a cleaning lady often answering the door with a puzzled expression always fearful that trouble was just around the corner. She was born in 1892 in Blackburn in Lancashire. She studied at RADA and then went to live in Agentina for some time. On her return to Britain, she made her stage debut in 1926 in “The Constant Flirt”. Her first major film role was in 1931 in “Hobson’s Choice”. Kathleen Harrison made one film in Hollywood in Emlyn Williams “Night Must Fall” in 1937 as a maid (naturally). She achieved national fame as Mrs Huggett in four films about the Huggett family. In the mid 1960′s she starred in a very popular television series Mrs Thursday about a cleaner who won the football pools. She died in 1995 at the age of 103.
Kathleen Harrison Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Kathleen Harrison 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 Harrison'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 Harrison'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 Jury's Evidence, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Kathleen Harrison Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Kathleen Harrison's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Kathleen Harrison has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | Blondes: Diana Dors | Mrs. Huggett(archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | The London Connection | Elderly Lady | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | West 11 | Mrs. Beckett | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Mrs. Gibbons' Boys | Mrs Gibbons | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Alive and Kicking | Rosie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | A Cry from the Streets | Mrs. Farrer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Big Money | Mrs Frith | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Home and Away | Elsie Knowles | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | All for Mary | Nannie Cartwright | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Cast a Dark Shadow | Emmie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Where There's a Will | Annie Yeo | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Dog and the Diamonds | Mrs. Fossett | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Pickwick Papers | Rachel Wardle | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Happy Family | Lillian Lord | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Magic Box | Mother in Family Group | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Scrooge | Mrs. Dilber | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Waterfront | Mrs. McCabe | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Golden Arrow | Isobel | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Landfall | Mona's Mother | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Now Barabbas | Mrs. Brown | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Huggetts Abroad | Ethel Huggett | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Vote for Huggett | Ethel Huggett | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Here Come the Huggetts | Ethel Huggett | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Winslow Boy | Violet | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Oliver Twist | Mrs Sowerberry | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Bond Street | Ethel Brawn | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Holiday Camp | Mrs. Ethel Huggett | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Shop at Sly Corner | Mrs. Catt | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Great Day | Pub Customer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Meet Sexton Blake | Mrs. Bardell | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | It Happened One Sunday | Mrs. Purkiss | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | The New Lot | Keith's Mother | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Much Too Shy | Amelia Peabody | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | In Which We Serve | Mrs. Blake | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Letter from Home | Ethel | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | I Thank You | Kathleen | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Once a Crook | Auntie | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Major Barbara | Mrs. Price | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Gaslight | Bit Role | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Girl in the News | Cook | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Discoveries | Kitchen Maid | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Convict 99 | Mabel | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Wanted! | Belinda | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Night Must Fall | Emily Terence | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Aren't Men Beasts! | Annie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Tenth Man | Confused Voter | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Jury's Evidence | Secretary | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Inside the Room | Nurse | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Dandy Dick | Jane (the Maid) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Aren't We All? | Bit Role | Super Hit | Similar → |
Kathleen Harrison - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Kathleen Harrison?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Kathleen Harrison is "Jury's Evidence" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Kathleen Harrison acted in?
Kathleen Harrison has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Kathleen Harrison?
Other notable films include "Once a Crook", "It Happened One Sunday", and "Wanted!".