Penelope Dudley-Ward - Actor Profile

Penelope Dudley-Ward

Acting
Updated: May 17, 2026
13Total Films
9.0 Highest Rated
Born: Aug 4, 1914
Birth Place: London, England, UK

Penelope Dudley-Ward Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Penelope Dudley-Ward reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 13 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Penelope Dudley-Ward's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 62% of Penelope Dudley-Ward'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 Hell's Cargo, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Penelope Dudley-Ward Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Penelope Dudley-Ward's career based on audience ratings.

★9.0
Hell's Cargo (1939) movie poster
★9.0

Hell's Cargo: Adventure film directed by Harold Huth.

Hell's Cargo

1939•Adventure
★9.0
Dangerous Comment (1940) movie poster
★9.0

Dangerous Comment: A young pilot, annoyed at not being selected to take part in a raid on an enemy target, moans to his fiancée, who in tur

Dangerous Comment

1940
★6.9
Major Barbara (1941) movie poster
★6.9

Major Barbara: Idealistic young Barbara is the daughter of rich weapons manufacturer Andrew Undershaft. She rebels against her estrange

Major Barbara

1941•Comedy
★6.8
The Case of the Frightened Lady (1940) movie poster
★6.8

The Case of the Frightened Lady: A classic British thriller set in a sinister old house, based on a story by Edgar Wallace.

The Case of the Frightened Lady

1940•Mystery
★6.8
In Which We Serve (1942) movie poster
★6.8

In Which We Serve: The story of the HMS Torrin, from its construction to its sinking in the Mediterranean during action in World War II. Th

In Which We Serve

1942•Drama

Full Filmography

Every movie Penelope Dudley-Ward has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1944 English Without Tears Joan Heseltine Average Similar →
1944 The Way Ahead Mrs. Perry Hit Similar →
1943 The Demi-Paradise Ann Tisdall Hit Similar →
1942 In Which We Serve Maureen Hit Similar →
1942 We Serve - Flop Similar →
1941 Major Barbara Sarah Undershaft Hit Similar →
1940 The Case of the Frightened Lady Isla Crane Hit Similar →
1940 Convoy Mabel Average Similar →
1940 Dangerous Comment Mrs. Conway Super Hit Similar →
1939 Hell's Cargo Annette Lestailleur Super Hit Similar →
1938 The Citadel Toppy LeRoy Hit Similar →
1935 Escape Me Never Fenella McClean Average Similar →
1934 Moscow Nights Natasha Average Similar →

Penelope Dudley-Ward - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Penelope Dudley-Ward?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Penelope Dudley-Ward is "Hell's Cargo" with a rating of 9.0/10.

How many movies has Penelope Dudley-Ward acted in?

Penelope Dudley-Ward has been featured in at least 13 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Penelope Dudley-Ward?

Other notable films include "Dangerous Comment", "Major Barbara", and "The Case of the Frightened Lady".

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