Lucile Gleason
ActingAbout Lucile Gleason
Lucile Gleason was born on February 6, 1888 in Pasadena, California, USA as Lucile Webster. She is known for her work on The Clock (1945), Woman Unafraid (1934) and She's in the Army (1942). She was married to James Gleason. She died on May 18, 1947 in Brentwood, California. The first treasurer of the Screen Actors Guild (SAG). She along with Alden Gay were the two women among the 21 founding members of SAG.
Lucile Gleason Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Lucile Gleason reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 40 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Lucile Gleason's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 60% of Lucile Gleason'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 Earl of Puddlestone, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Lucile Gleason Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Lucile Gleason's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Lucile Gleason has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1945 | Don't Fence Me In | Mrs. Prentiss | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Clock | Emily Henry | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Take It Big | Sophie | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Stage Door Canteen | Lucille Gleason | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | She's in the Army | Sgt. Hannah Walters | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Gay Falcon | Mrs. Vera Gardner | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Earl of Puddlestone | Lil Higgins | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Lucky Partners | Ethel's Mother | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Grandpa Goes To Town | Lil Higgins | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Money To Burn | Lil Higgins | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Covered Trailer | Lil Higgins | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Should Husbands Work? | Lil Higgins | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | My Wife's Relatives | Lil Higgins | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Beloved Brat | Miss Brewster | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Nurse from Brooklyn | 'Ma' Hutchins | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Higgins Family | Lillian Higgins | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Screen Snapshots Series 17, No. 6 | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | First Lady | Mrs. Mary Ives | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Navy Blues | Aunt Beulah | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Red Lights Ahead | Molly 'Ma' Wallace | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Rhythm on the Range | Penelope Ryland | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Ex-Mrs. Bradford | Mrs. Hutchins | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Klondike Annie | Big Tess | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | A Successful Failure | Mrs. Cushing | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | I Like it That Way | Mrs. Anderson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Woman Unafraid | Officer Augusta Winthrop | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Beloved | The Duchess | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Love, Honor and Oh, Baby! | Flo Bowen | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Solitaire Man | Mrs. Peabody | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Don't Bet on Love | Mrs. Gilbert | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Always Kickin' | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | Off His Base | Mrs. Smith nee Minor | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Girl of the Rio | Matron | Average | Similar → |
| 1931 | Nice Women | Mrs. Girard | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Girls About Town | Mrs. Daisy Thomas | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | The Pagan Lady | Nellie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | Don't Believe It | Lucile | Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | The Shannons of Broadway | Emma Shannon | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | Fairways and Foul | Wife | Flop | Similar → |
| 1929 | Meet the Missus | Ruby La Motte | Super Hit | Similar → |
Lucile Gleason - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Lucile Gleason?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Lucile Gleason is "Earl of Puddlestone" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Lucile Gleason acted in?
Lucile Gleason has been featured in at least 40 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Lucile Gleason?
Other notable films include "Off His Base", "Money To Burn", and "Grandpa Goes To Town".