Marlene Sidaway
ActingAbout Marlene Sidaway
Marlene Sidaway is an accomplished British character actress with a career spanning over six decades across television, film, and theatre. She is perhaps most widely recognized for her role as the domineering Brenda Taylor in the ITV soap opera Coronation Street (1990–1992) and as Maureen in the BBC sitcom Mum (2016–2019).
Marlene Sidaway Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Marlene Sidaway reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 20 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Marlene Sidaway's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 30% of Marlene Sidaway'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 Testimony of a Child, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Marlene Sidaway Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Marlene Sidaway's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Marlene Sidaway has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Pigs | Gran | Flop | Similar → |
| 2023 | Allelujah | Lucille | Flop | Similar → |
| 2018 | Sink | Jean | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | Bad Night for the Blues | Grace | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | Me and Orson Welles | Grandmother Samuels | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | I Want Candy | Sobbing Woman | Flop | Similar → |
| 2006 | Venus | Hospital Nurse | Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | Ready When You Are, Mr McGill | Mrs. Clegg | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Blackball | Fifty-Year Old Lady | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | Sex, Chips & Rock n' Roll | Matron | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | Tom's Midnight Garden | Doris Schuster | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | The Dark Room | Mrs Helms | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | Hunting Venus | Marge Beake | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | Beautiful Thing | Betty | Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | The Key | Grady | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | Testimony of a Child | Health Visitor | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | The Magic Toyshop | Mrs. Rundle | Average | Similar → |
| 1982 | Whistling Wally | Mary | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | The Kiss of Death | Christine | Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | Beloved | Sarah | Flop | Similar → |
Marlene Sidaway - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Marlene Sidaway?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Marlene Sidaway is "Testimony of a Child" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has Marlene Sidaway acted in?
Marlene Sidaway has been featured in at least 20 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Marlene Sidaway?
Other notable films include "Hunting Venus", "Ready When You Are, Mr McGill", and "Beautiful Thing".