Margaret Rutherford
Birthday: 05/11/1892
Place of Birth: London, England, UK
Biographie:
Margaret Rutherford was a British actress best known for her iconic portrayal of Miss Marple in the film adaptations of Agatha Christie's mystery novels. She was born on May 11, 1892 in London, England.
Rutherford began her acting career in the theater in the 1920s and quickly became known for her comic talent and eccentric personality. However, her breakthrough came in the 1960s when she took on the role of Miss Marple in "Murder, She Said" (1961), a film based on Agatha Christie's novel "4.50 from Paddington." Her portrayal of the resolute amateur detective with her distinctive looks and comic touch became a great success and brought her worldwide recognition.
Margaret Rutherford played the role of Miss Marple in three other films, "Murder at the Gallop" (1963), "Murder Most Foul" (1964) and "Murder Ahoy!" (1964). She embodied the character with charm, wit and a unique blend of wisdom and quirkiness.
Apart from her work as Miss Marple, Rutherford had a long and varied career in theater and film. She appeared in numerous plays and starred in films such as "Blithe Spirit" (1945) and "The Importance of Being Earnest" (1952). Her remarkable performance in the drama "The V.I.P.s" (1963) even earned her an Oscar for Best Supporting Actress.
Margaret Rutherford was known for her unconventional beauty and unique style. She was a popular personality in the British entertainment industry and enjoyed great recognition from both the audience and critics. Her distinctive charm and warm charisma made her one of the most popular actresses of her time.
Margaret Rutherford passed away on May 22, 1972 at the age of 80 in Chalfont St. Peter, Buckinghamshire, England. However, her legacy as one of the most famous Miss Marple actresses and her unique personality will continue to be remembered.
Moview with Margaret Rutherford
Murder Most Foul - (1964)
Role: Miss Jane Marple
Miss Marple - Murder Ahoy - (1964)
Role: Miss Marple
Murder at the Gallop - (1963)
Role: Miss Marple
Murder She Said - (1962)
Role: Miss Marple
Movie Quotes with Margaret Rutherford
Quote from Murder at the Gallop:
Miss Marple: "Oh, Miss Milchrest, good morning. How nice to see you again."
Miss Milchrest: "Good morning."
Miss Marple: "Don't look so frightened, my dear. I've done my quota of murders for today."
Miss Milchrest: "Good morning."
Miss Marple: "Don't look so frightened, my dear. I've done my quota of murders for today."
Miss Marple Margaret Rutherford
Miss Milchrest Flora Robson
Quote from Murder at the Gallop:
"One must be tolerant of the young, Mr. Enderby. I remember my dear mama was quite horrified when she caught me dancing the Charleston in public."
Miss Marple Margaret Rutherford
Quote from Murder at the Gallop:
Hector Enderby: "Do you see that?"
Inspector Craddock: "Can't really miss it, can you?"
Hector Enderby: "It's a Broadbeech side saddle. Broadbeech, Northampton. Vintage too. Well, have a look. Have a look at the date, behind the stirrup iron."
Inspector Craddock: "It says, er..."
Hector Enderby: "No don't tell me, I'll tell you. 1882. No, I'm lying to you. 1885."
Inspector Craddock: "Right."
Hector Enderby: "I can tell you who it belongs to, too. I've only glimpsed one of these once in the whole country. Lady Kirk-Brackwell."
Inspector Craddock: "No, it belongs to..."
Miss Marple: "Me, Mr. Enderby. Good morning, Inspector. My late mama's, of course."
Inspector Craddock: "Can't really miss it, can you?"
Hector Enderby: "It's a Broadbeech side saddle. Broadbeech, Northampton. Vintage too. Well, have a look. Have a look at the date, behind the stirrup iron."
Inspector Craddock: "It says, er..."
Hector Enderby: "No don't tell me, I'll tell you. 1882. No, I'm lying to you. 1885."
Inspector Craddock: "Right."
Hector Enderby: "I can tell you who it belongs to, too. I've only glimpsed one of these once in the whole country. Lady Kirk-Brackwell."
Inspector Craddock: "No, it belongs to..."
Miss Marple: "Me, Mr. Enderby. Good morning, Inspector. My late mama's, of course."
Hector Enderby Robert Morley
Miss Marple Margaret Rutherford
Inspector Craddock Charles Tingwell
Quote from Murder at the Gallop:
Inspector Craddock: "There have been stupid murderers, you know."
Miss Marple: "She's a timid woman, not a stupid one."
Miss Marple: "She's a timid woman, not a stupid one."
Inspector Craddock Charles Tingwell
Miss Marple Margaret Rutherford
Quote from Murder at the Gallop:
Miss Marple: "Am I to assume that you are not going to do anything about this?"
Inspector Craddock: "Nothing whatever. You see, I'm a policeman, Miss Marple. I'm only interested in facts."
Inspector Craddock: "Nothing whatever. You see, I'm a policeman, Miss Marple. I'm only interested in facts."
Miss Marple Margaret Rutherford
Inspector Craddock Charles Tingwell
Quote from Murder at the Gallop:
Inspector Craddock: "For goodness sake, Miss Marple! Why didn't you ring?"
Miss Marple: "The law may have a long arm, Inspector. Unfortunately, I haven't."
Miss Marple: "The law may have a long arm, Inspector. Unfortunately, I haven't."
Inspector Craddock Charles Tingwell
Miss Marple Margaret Rutherford
Quote from Murder at the Gallop:
"I'm planning to have a heart attack at the dance tonight."
Miss Marple Margaret Rutherford
Quote from Murder at the Gallop:
"Are you by any chance proposing to me, Mr. Enderby?"
Miss Marple Margaret Rutherford
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