Peggy Cummins
ActingAbout Peggy Cummins
Peggy Cummins (born Augusta Margaret Diane Fuller; 18 December 1925 – 29 December 2017) was an Irish actress, born in Wales, who is best known for her performance in Joseph H. Lewis's Gun Crazy (1950), playing a trigger-happy femme fatale, who robs banks with her lover. In 2020, she was listed at number 16 on The Irish Times list of Ireland's greatest film actors.
Peggy Cummins Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Peggy Cummins reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 26 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Peggy Cummins's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 50% of Peggy Cummins'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 Dr. O'Dowd, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Peggy Cummins Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Peggy Cummins's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Peggy Cummins has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1962 | In the Doghouse | Sally Huxley | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | Dentist in the Chair | Peggy Travers | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | Your Money or Your Wife | Gay Butterworth | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | The Captain's Table | Mrs. Judd | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Night of the Demon | Joanna Harrington | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Hell Drivers | Lucy, Hawlett Trucking Secretary | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Carry On Admiral | Susan Lashwood | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | The March Hare | Pat McGuire | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | To Dorothy, a Son | Dorothy Rapallo | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Love Lottery | Sally | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Meet Mr. Lucifer | Kitty Norton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Always a Bride | Clare Hemsley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Street Corner | Bridget Foster | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Who Goes There! | Christine Deed | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | My Daughter Joy | Georgette Constantin | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Gun Crazy | Annie Laurie Starr | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | That Dangerous Age | Monica Brooke | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Green Grass of Wyoming | Carey Greenway | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Escape | Dora Winton | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Moss Rose | Belle Adair aka Rose Lynton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Late George Apley | Eleanor 'Ellie' Apley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | English Without Tears | Bobbie Heseltine | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Welcome, Mr Washington | Sarah Willoughby | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Old Mother Riley Detective | Lily | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Salute John Citizen | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Dr. O'Dowd | Pat O'Dowd | Super Hit | Similar → |
Peggy Cummins - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Peggy Cummins?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Peggy Cummins is "Dr. O'Dowd" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Peggy Cummins acted in?
Peggy Cummins has been featured in at least 26 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Peggy Cummins?
Other notable films include "My Daughter Joy", "Salute John Citizen", and "Gun Crazy".