Catherine Lacey
Biography
Catherine Lacey was an English actress of stage and screen. Born on May 6, 1904, in London, England, UK, she made her film debut in 1938 in the Alfred Hitchcock film. She went on to appear in major films such as I Know Where I'm Going!, The October Man, Whisky Galore!, The Servant, and The Fighting Prince of Donegal, in which she played Queen Elizabeth I. Lacey also appeared in two notable horror films, The Mummy's Shroud and The Sorcerers. She passed away on September 23, 1979, at the age of 75. Throughout her career, Lacey accumulated 41 known credits, primarily in acting.
Career overview
Catherine Lacey was an English actress of stage and screen. She made her film debut in 1938 in the Alfred Hitchcock film The Lady Vanishes, credited as Catherine Lacy. Lacey was subsequently cast in major films, including I Know Where I'm Going! and The October Man.
Her film career spanned several decades, with notable roles in Whisky Galore! and The Servant. In 1966 and 1967, she appeared in two horror films, The Mummy's Shroud and The Sorcerers. Lacey's filmography includes The Fighting Prince of Donegal, in which she played Queen Elizabeth I.
Catherine Lacey's acting career is documented with 41 known credits. Born in London, England, on May 6, 1904, she passed away on September 23, 1979, at the age of 75.
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Full Filmography
42 titles- Mrs. Palfrey at the Claremont (1973) as Mrs. Arbuthnot
- The Intruder (1972) as Miss Hendry
- The Rivals of Sherlock Holmes (1971) as Mrs Steinberg
- The Six Wives of Henry VIII (1970) as Dowager Duchess of Norfolk
- The Private Life of Sherlock Holmes (1970) as Woman in Wheelchair
- Wine of India (1970) as Bee
- Journey to the Unknown (1968) as Miss Sarah Prinn
- All's Well That Ends Well (1968) as Countess of Rousillon
- The Mummy's Shroud (1967) as Haiti
- The Sorcerers (1967) as Estelle Monserrat
- Gideon's Way (1965) as Sarah Fischer
- The Wednesday Thriller (1965) as Miss Chafecote
- The Wednesday Play (1964) as Frau Mittermayer
- The Wednesday Play (1964) as Bee
- Theatre 625 (1964)
- The Human Jungle (1963) as Mrs. Box
- Espionage (1963) as Mother
- Festival (1963) as The Rat-Wife
- The Servant (1963) as Lady Agatha Mounset
- Drama 61-67 (1961) as Mrs. Mourtzinos
- The Shadow of the Cat (1961) as Ella Venable
- Maigret (1960)
- Crack in the Mirror (1960) as Mother Superior
- Innocent Sinners (1958) as Angela Chesney
- Rockets Galore (1958) as Mrs Waggett
- The Solitary Child (1958) as Mrs. Evans
- The Master Builder (1958) as Aline Solness
- The Man in the Sky (1957) as Mary's mother
- Another Sky (1954) as Selena Prouse
- Whisky Galore! (1949) as Mrs. Waggett
- The October Man (1947) as Miss Selby
- The White Unicorn (1947) as Miss Cater
- When The Bough Breaks (1947) as Almoner
- Carnival (1946) as Florry Raeburn
- I Know Where I'm Going! (1945) as Mrs. Robinson
- Pink String and Sealing Wax (1945) as Miss Porter
- Famous Scenes from Shakespeare No. 2: Macbeth Act II, Scene 2 and Act V, Scene I (1945) as Gentlewoman
- Cottage to Let (1941) as Mrs. Stokes
- Castle of Crimes (1940) as Francine Rollard
- Marco Millions (1939)
- Poison Pen (1939) as Connie Fateley
- The Lady Vanishes (1938) as The Nun
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Catherine Lacey best known for?
Catherine Lacey is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including The Rivals of Sherlock Holmes (1971), The Six Wives of Henry VIII (1970), The Private Life of Sherlock Holmes (1970), The Eagle Has Landed (1976).
When and where was Catherine Lacey born?
Catherine Lacey was born on May 6, 1904 in London, England, UK. They passed away on September 23, 1979.
How many credits does Catherine Lacey have?
Catherine Lacey has accumulated over 42 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1938 to 1973.
What is Catherine Lacey's background in cinema and television?
Catherine Lacey was an English actress of stage and screen. Born on May 6, 1904, in London, England, UK, she made her film debut in 1938 in the Alfred Hitchcock film. She went on to appear in major films such as I Know Where I'm Going!, The October Man, Whisky Galore!, The Servant, and The Fighting Prince of Donegal, i...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- The Human Jungle (1963) as Mrs. Box — aged about 59
- The Six Wives of Henry VIII (1970) as Dowager Duchess of Norfolk — aged about 66
- Festival (1963) as The Rat-Wife — aged about 59
- The Servant (1963) as Lady Agatha Mounset — aged about 59
- The Rivals of Sherlock Holmes (1971) as Mrs Steinberg — aged about 67
- Innocent Sinners (1958) as Angela Chesney — aged about 54
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