Anne Bancroft

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Characters played by Anne Bancroft

Queen — Antz (1998)

Passive monarch of the anthill who relies on General Mandible.

Mary Magdalene — Jesus of Nazareth (1977)

Devoted follower of Jesus, known for her repentance and steadfast support.

Mrs Kendal — The Elephant Man (1980)

A renowned actress who visits Merrick at the hospital. She brings him a copy of Romeo and Juliet, shares dramatic readings with him, and offers him kindness and intellectual engagement. Later, she publicly honors him during a pantomime performance, contributing to his acceptance in high society.

Ms. Dinsmoor — Great Expectations (1998)

The wealthy recluse who owns Paradiso Perduto and raises her niece Estella. She encourages Finn’s visits, warns that Estella will break his heart, and later admits that Estella used him to provoke Walter before apologizing for her own manipulation.

Annie Sullivan — The Miracle Worker (1962)

A former student sent to the Keller home as a tutor. Through persistence, tough love, and stubbornness, she works to break through Helen's silence and darkness by teaching her to connect hand signs with objects.

Dr. Catherine Holland — Mr. Jones (1993)

Dr. Catherine Holland runs the psychiatric hospital where Mr. Jones is taken after the construction-site incident. Budget-related bed shortages contribute to his release following an incorrect schizophrenia diagnosis, making her institution part of the circumstances that allow his untreated condition to continue. She is connected to the hospital system surrounding Dr. Elizabeth 'Libbie' Bowen.

Gloria Vogal — Heartbreakers (2001)

Gloria Vogal is Max’s former mentor who impersonates an IRS agent to frighten Max and Page into continuing their partnership. She initially helps create the pressure that keeps Page from leaving, but later liquidates their money in a double cross. The final scene suggests that Max and Dean intend to recover the stolen funds from her.

Amanda — Point of No Return (1993)

Senior operative who refines agents' manners, etiquette, and combat skills.

Mrs. Kennsinger — Malice (1993)

Tracy’s resentful alcoholic mother, believed to have died years earlier. Andy finds her and learns from her that Tracy has a history of deception and fraud.

Glady Joe Cleary — How to Make an American Quilt (1995)

One of Hy’s close friends who shares her unconventional love story. She had a passionate affair with a married man but chose not to marry him, prioritizing her career and independence while cautioning Finn about the potential compromises of traditional marriage.

Lyn Lesley — Don't Bother to Knock (1952)

A lounge singer at the McKinley Hotel and Jed Towers's former partner. She ended their relationship because she believed his emotional coldness showed a lack of understanding. After hearing about Nell Forbes, Lyn becomes concerned, helps calm Nell during the final crisis, and reconciles with Jed after seeing his empathy.

Madame Ruth — Love Potion No. 9 (1992)

A gypsy fortune teller who provides Paul with Love Potion No. 8 and later supplies the antidote, Potion No. 9. She explains that the potion purifies existing emotions and solidifies true love after a five-minute wait following a kiss. She serves as the mystical catalyst for the plot and observes the resolution through her crystal ball.

Career Overview

Anne Bancroft has 85 screen credits in a career dating back to 1948. Their work spans 5 cinematic universes — most prominently Antz with 1 titles. Signature works include Antz, The Graduate, Jesus of Nazareth. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

Known For
Acting
Gender
female
Known Credits
85
Birth Date
1931-09-17
Birth Place
The Bronx, New York City, New York, USA

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Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 5 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q183532), public domain (CC0).