Madge Blake
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Madge Blake (née Cummings; May 31, 1899 – February 19, 1969) was an American character actress best remembered for her roles as Larry Mondello's mother, Margaret Mondello, on the CBS/ABC sitcom Leave it to Beaver, as Flora MacMichael on the ABC/CBS sitcom The Real McCoys, and as Aunt Harriet Cooper in ninety-six episodes of ABC's Batman.
Madge Blake Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Madge Blake reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 35 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Madge Blake's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 54% of Madge Blake'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 Finders Keepers, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Madge Blake Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Madge Blake's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Madge Blake has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | Once Upon a Dream: The Making of Walt Disney's 'Sleeping Beauty' | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | Batman | Aunt Harriet Cooper | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Last of the Secret Agents? | Middle-Aged Lady at Topless a Go-Go (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Trouble with Angels | Meddling Train Passenger | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Looking for Love | Mrs. Press (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | Sergeants 3 | Mrs. Parent (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Fountain of Youth | journalist | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Heart Is a Rebel | Mrs. Carlson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Designing Woman | Woman At Theatrical Meeting (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Solid Gold Cadillac | TV Commentator (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Please Murder Me | Jenny | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Glory | Aunt Martha | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | It's Always Fair Weather | Mrs. Stamper (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Ain't Misbehavin' | Mrs. Hildegarde Grier (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Brigadoon | Mrs. McIntosh (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Fireman Save My Child | Mrs. Spencer - Fire Commissioner's Wife | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Rhapsody | Mrs. Cahill | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Long, Long Trailer | Aunt Anastacia | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Band Wagon | Investor (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Dangerous Crossing | Ship's Passenger (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Bad and the Beautiful | Mrs. Rosser (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Iron Mistress | Mrs. Cuny | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | Washington Story | Bystander | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Skirts Ahoy! | Jane Vance (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Singin' in the Rain | Dora Bailey (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Finders Keepers | o.A. | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | An American in Paris | Edna Mae Bestram (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Rhubarb | Mrs. Emily Thompson (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Queen for a Day | Mrs. Kimpel | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | No Questions Asked | Landlady (Uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Prowler | Martha Gilvray | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | M | Police Station Witness (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Between Midnight and Dawn | Mrs. Mallory | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Adam's Rib | Mrs. Bonner - Adam's Mother (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Two Sisters from Boston | Opera Chorus Member (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
Madge Blake - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Madge Blake?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Madge Blake is "Finders Keepers" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Madge Blake acted in?
Madge Blake has been featured in at least 35 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Madge Blake?
Other notable films include "Once Upon a Dream: The Making of Walt Disney's 'Sleeping Beauty'", "Singin' in the Rain", and "Fireman Save My Child".