Alison Leggatt was a British actress known for her roles in The Seven-Per-Cent Solution, This Happy Breed, and Never Take Candy from a Stranger. Born on February 7, 1904, in Kensington, London, she became a prominent figure in theatre and film.
Personal and Family Life
Alison was born into a wealthy family but pursued acting despite her parents’ objections. She made a name for herself as a character actress, frequently portraying upper-class women and other strong female roles.
Career Highlights
Alison Leggatt became well-known for her performances in plays by acclaimed playwrights like John Osborne and Harold Pinter. Throughout her career, she often played characters such as kind wives, disapproving mothers-in-law, or housekeepers, which showcased her versatility and talent in the performing arts.
Death and Legacy
Alison Leggatt passed away from natural causes on July 15, 1990, in London, England. Her contributions to theatre and film have left a lasting impression on British performing arts, and she is remembered for her unique portrayals and dedication to acting.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Far from the Madding Crowd | 1967-06-18 | Mrs. Hurst |
| Goodbye, Mr. Chips | 1969-11-05 | Headmaster’s Wife |
| Waterloo Road | 1945-02-05 | Ruby |
| Never Take Sweets from a Stranger | 1960-03-04 | Martha |
| This Happy Breed | 1944-05-28 | Aunt Sylvia |
| A Woman Possessed | 1958-09-14 | Emma |
| Nothing But the Best | 1964-03-10 | Mrs. Brewster |
| Noose for a Lady | 1953-04-01 | Mrs. Langdon-Humphries |
| Encore | 1951-06-11 | Freda Ramsay |
| Here Come the Huggetts | 1948-12-02 | Miss Perks |
| Touch and Go | 1955-10-02 | Alice Fairbright |
| The Day of the Triffids | 1963-04-24 | Miss Coker |
| Goodbye Again | 1961-05-23 | Alice |
| Alice in Wonderland | 1966-12-28 | Queen of Hearts |
| The Seven-Per-Cent Solution | 1976-10-24 | Mrs. Hudson |
| Marry Me | 1949-06-07 | Miss Beamish |
| Nine Till Six | 1932-03-14 | Freda |
| Cows | 1972-02-24 | Geraldine |
| A Boy, a Girl and a Bike | 1949-05-23 | Mrs Howarth |
| It’s Hard to be Good | 1948-11-10 | Mrs. Buck |
| The Hireling | 1973-06-10 | Passenger with Dog |
| One Way Pendulum | 1965-01-21 | Mrs. Groomkirby |
| Unexpectedly Vacant | 1970-03-09 | Mrs. Willoughby |
| The Adventures of Sir Lancelot | 1956-09-15 | Morgan le Fay |
| Sanctuary | 1967-06-29 | |
| The Edwardians | 1972-11-21 | |
| Play for Today | 1970-10-15 | Geraldine |