Molly Picon
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Molly Picon ( February 28, 1898 – April 6, 1992) was an American actress of stage, screen and television, as well as a lyricist. She was first and foremost a star in Yiddish theatre and film, but as Yiddish theatre faded she began to perform in English-language productions. Description above from the Wikipedia article Molly Picon, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Molly Picon Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Molly Picon reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 16 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Molly Picon's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 38% of Molly Picon'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 East and West, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Molly Picon Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Molly Picon's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Molly Picon has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | Making Trouble: Three Generations of Funny Jewish Women | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | The Great Yiddish Love | Self - Narrator (voice) (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | Cannonball Run II | Mrs. Goldfarb | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | The Cannonball Run | Mom Goldfarb | Average | Similar → |
| 1975 | Murder on Flight 502 | Ida Goldman | Average | Similar → |
| 1974 | For Pete's Sake | Mrs. Cherry | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | Fiddler on the Roof | Yente | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | Norman Jewison, Film Maker | Self (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | Come Blow Your Horn | Mrs. Sophie Baker | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | The Jazz Singer | Sarah Rabinowitz | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Mamele | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Let's Make a Night of It | Specialty Act | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Yiddle with His Fiddle | Itke/Judel | Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | Molly Picon, The Celebrated Character Comedienne | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1923 | East and West | Mollie | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1922 | Hütet eure Töchter | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
Molly Picon - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Molly Picon?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Molly Picon is "East and West" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Molly Picon acted in?
Molly Picon has been featured in at least 16 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Molly Picon?
Other notable films include "Mamele", "Hütet eure Töchter", and "Fiddler on the Roof".