Ruth McDevitt
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Ruth McDevitt (September 13, 1895 – May 27, 1976) was an American stage, film, radio and television actress. Description above from the Wikipedia article Ruth McDevitt, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Ruth McDevitt Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Ruth McDevitt reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 28 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Ruth McDevitt's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 46% of Ruth McDevitt'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 The Couple Takes a Wife, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Ruth McDevitt Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Ruth McDevitt's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Ruth McDevitt has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976 | Crackle of Death | Emily Cowles | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | Demon and the Mummy | Miss Emily Cowles | Average | Similar → |
| 1976 | One of My Wives Is Missing | Mrs. Foster | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | Man on the Outside | Stella Daniels | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | My Father's House | Anna | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | The Abduction of Saint Anne | Sister Patrick | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | Mixed Company | Miss Bergquist | Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | Homebodies | Mrs. Loomis | Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | Winter Kill | Mildred Young | Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | Mame | Cousin Fan | Average | Similar → |
| 1974 | Skyway to Death | Aunt Louise | Flop | Similar → |
| 1973 | The Girl Most Likely To... | Housemother | Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | A Prowler in the Heart | Doreen | Flop | Similar → |
| 1972 | The Couple Takes a Wife | Mrs. Flanagan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | The War Between Men and Women | Elderly Woman | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | In Search of America | Grandma Rose | Flop | Similar → |
| 1969 | Change of Habit | Lily | Flop | Similar → |
| 1969 | The Love God? | Miss Keezy | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | Angel in My Pocket | Nadine | Average | Similar → |
| 1968 | The Shakiest Gun in the West | Mrs. Olive Heywood | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | Pistols 'n' Petticoats | Grandma Hanks | Flop | Similar → |
| 1965 | Dear Heart | Miss Tait | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | Love is a Ball | Mathilda | Flop | Similar → |
| 1963 | The Birds | Mrs. MacGruder | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Boys' Night Out | Beulah Partridge | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | The Parent Trap | Miss Inch | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Guy Who Came Back | Grandma | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | She Loves Me Not | Frances Arbuthnot | Flop | Similar → |
Ruth McDevitt - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Ruth McDevitt?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ruth McDevitt is "The Couple Takes a Wife" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Ruth McDevitt acted in?
Ruth McDevitt has been featured in at least 28 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Ruth McDevitt?
Other notable films include "My Father's House", "Man on the Outside", and "The Abduction of Saint Anne".