Margaret Whitton
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Margaret Whitton (November 30, 1949 – December 4, 2016) was an American actress. Her most known roles were that of baseball team owner Rachel Phelps in Major League (1989) and its sequel Major League II, and as Michael J. Fox's vibrant and underappreciated aunt-by-marriage in The Secret of My Success (1987). She also appeared in the films The Best of Times (1986) and The Man Without a Face (1993). She first noticeably appeared on the stage in 1973, billed as Peggy Whitton. In the early 1980s, she began to be billed as Margaret Whitton and made her Broadway debut in 1982's Steaming. After her seven year experiment with film, she returned to the stage, appearing on Broadway in And the Apple Doesn't Fall... (1995) and in the original, award-winning musical Marlene (1999), starring Siân Phillips as Marlene Dietrich. Description above from the Wikipedia article Margaret Whitton, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Margaret Whitton Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Margaret Whitton reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 19 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Margaret Whitton's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 32% of Margaret Whitton'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 Cat & Mousse, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Margaret Whitton Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Margaret Whitton's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Margaret Whitton has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | Trial by Jury | Jane Lyle, Juror | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | Menendez: A Killing in Beverly Hills | Leslie Abramson | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | Major League II | Rachel Phelps | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | The Man Without a Face | Catherine Palin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Big Girls Don't Cry... They Get Even | Melinda | Average | Similar → |
| 1991 | The Summer My Father Grew Up | Naomi | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Kojak: None So Blind | Michele Hogarth | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | Little Monsters | Holly Stevenson | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | Major League | Rachel Phelps | Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Ironweed | Katrina | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | Baby Boom | Executive In Conference Room (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | The Secret of My Success | Vera Prescott | Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Cat & Mousse | Miriam | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Nine 1/2 Weeks | Molly | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | The Best of Times | Darla Robinson | Average | Similar → |
| 1982 | Love Child | Jacki Steinberg | Average | Similar → |
| 1982 | National Lampoon's Movie Madness | First Lady Lousille Fogerty ("Success Wanters") | Flop | Similar → |
| 1974 | Teenage Hitchhikers | Sola Alcoa (as Peggy Whitton) | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | Parades | Jane | Super Hit | Similar → |
Margaret Whitton - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Margaret Whitton?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Margaret Whitton is "Cat & Mousse" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Margaret Whitton acted in?
Margaret Whitton has been featured in at least 19 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Margaret Whitton?
Other notable films include "The Summer My Father Grew Up", "Parades", and "Major League".