Mary Vivian Pearce
ActingAbout Mary Vivian Pearce
Mary Vivian Pearce (born November 9, 1947) is an American actress. She has worked primarily in the films of John Waters.
Mary Vivian Pearce Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Mary Vivian Pearce reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 20 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Mary Vivian Pearce's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 60% of Mary Vivian Pearce'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 Eat Your Makeup, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Mary Vivian Pearce Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Mary Vivian Pearce's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Mary Vivian Pearce has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | I Am Divine | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | A Dirty Shame | Unjudgmental Ex-Sex Addict | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | Cecil B. Demented | Family Lady B | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | Divine Trash | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | Pecker | Homophobic Lady | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | Serial Mom | Book Buyer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Cry-Baby | Picnic Mother | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Hairspray | Hairhopper Mother | Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | Polyester | Nun A | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | Desperate Living | Princess Coo-Coo | Average | Similar → |
| 1976 | Pink Flamingos | Cotton | Average | Similar → |
| 1976 | Female Trouble | Donna Dasher | Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | Edith's Shopping Bag | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | Love Letter to Edie | Store Customer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | Multiple Maniacs | Bonnie / Cavalcade Patron | Average | Similar → |
| 1970 | The Diane Linkletter Story | Lois Foerster Linkletter | Flop | Similar → |
| 1969 | Mondo Trasho | The Bombshell / Cinderella | Flop | Similar → |
| 1968 | Eat Your Makeup | Kidnapped Model | Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | Roman Candles | Woman Attacked by Fan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Hag in a Black Leather Jacket | Bodie Green Dancer | Hit | Similar → |
Mary Vivian Pearce - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Mary Vivian Pearce?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Mary Vivian Pearce is "Eat Your Makeup" with a rating of 7.4/10.
How many movies has Mary Vivian Pearce acted in?
Mary Vivian Pearce has been featured in at least 20 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Mary Vivian Pearce?
Other notable films include "I Am Divine", "Divine Trash", and "Polyester".