Thelma Ritter

Biography

Thelma Ritter (February 14, 1902 – February 5, 1969) was an American actress, best known for her comedic roles as working-class characters and her strong New York accent. She was the recipient of a Tony Award and six nominations for Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress, more than any other actress in the category.

Known For

Career Timeline

194719571967197719871997200720172022
  1. 2022
  2. 2017
    Arthur Miller: Writer

    Self (archive footage) • Acting

  3. 2013
    Footsteps on the Ceiling

    Birdie Coonan (archive footage) • Acting

  4. 2011
    Marilyn at the Movies

    Self (archive footage) • Acting

  5. 2002
    The Men Who Made the Movies: Samuel Fuller

    Moe Williams (archive footage) • Acting

  6. 2002
    Making 'The Misfits'

    Self (archive footage) • Acting

  7. 1997
    Barbara Stanwyck: Straight Down the Line

    Self (archive footage) • Acting

  8. 1968
    What's So Bad About Feeling Good?

    Mrs. Schwartz • Acting

Thelma Ritter - Aperture