Thora Hird
ActingAbout Thora Hird
Dame Thora Hird, DBE was an English actress and comedian of stage and screen, presenter and writer. In a career spanning over 70 years, she appeared in more than 100 film and television roles, becoming a household name and a British institution.
Thora Hird Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Thora Hird reflects exceptional commercial consistency. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Thora Hird's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 90% of Thora Hird'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 Me! I'm Afraid of Virginia Woolf, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Thora Hird Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Thora Hird's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Thora Hird has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | Lost for Words | Annie Longden | Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | Julie and the Cadillacs | Julie's grandmother | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | Talking Heads 2 | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | Pat and Margaret | Jim's Mother | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Wide-Eyed and Legless | Deric's Mother | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Consuming Passions | Mrs. Gordon | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | Emma and Grandpa | Narrator (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Intensive Care | Aunty Kitty | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | Me! I'm Afraid of Virginia Woolf | Mrs. Hopkins | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | The Mayor's Charity | Olive Major | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | The Fox Trot | Gwen | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | A Kind of Loving | Mrs. Rothwell | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Over the Odds | Mrs Carter | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Further Up the Creek | Mrs. Galloway | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | These Dangerous Years | Mrs. Ada Larkin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Good Companions | Mrs Oakroyd | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Now and Forever | Maggie the Maid (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Sailor Beware | Mrs Lack | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Home and Away | Margie Groves | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Women Without Men | Gran' Rafferty | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Lost | Kelly's landlady | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Quatermass Xperiment | Rosie Wrigley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Love Match | Sal Brown | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Don't Blame the Stork | Agnes O'Connor | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | A Day to Remember | Mrs. Trott | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Background | Mrs. Humphries | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Personal Affair | Mrs. Usher | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Turn the Key Softly | Mrs. Rowan, landlady | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Long Memory | Mrs Pewsey | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Great Game | Miss Rawlings | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Time, Gentlemen, Please! | Alice Crouch | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Emergency Call | Mrs. Cornelius | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Frightened Man | Vera | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Magic Box | Doctor's Housekeeper | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Magnet | Nanny's friend | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Once a Sinner | Mrs. James | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Cure for Love | Mrs. Dorbell | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Boys in Brown | Mrs. Knowles | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Maytime in Mayfair | Janet | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Fools Rush In | Mrs. Coot | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Portrait from Life | Mrs. Skinner | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Weaker Sex | Mrs. Gaye | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | My Brother Jonathan | Ada | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Two Thousand Women | Mrs. Burtshaw | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Lodger | First Murder Victim Katie (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Went the Day Well? | Ivy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Foreman Went to France | Barmaid | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Black Sheep of Whitehall | Joyce | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Big Blockade | German barmaid (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Go to Blazes | Elsie | Super Hit | Similar → |
Thora Hird - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Thora Hird?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Thora Hird is "Me! I'm Afraid of Virginia Woolf" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Thora Hird acted in?
Thora Hird has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Thora Hird?
Other notable films include "Over the Odds", "Go to Blazes", and "Intensive Care".