May Warden

Acting

May Warden

Born May 9, 1891 · Leeds, England, UK

Died October 5, 1978 · aged 87

May Warden was an English actress and comedian. Although she played in other films and TV shows, in Germany and Scandinavia she is best known for her role as Miss Sophie in the 1963 comedy sketch Dinner for One together with Freddie Frinton.

Known For

Dinner for OneDinner for One · 1963
Dinner for One
7.31963
MovieComedy
A very old woman wants to have dinner with her friends. As they are all dead, the butler has to play the role of every guest.
Doctor Who: The Daleks' Master PlanDoctor Who: The Daleks' Master Plan · 1965
Doctor Who: The Daleks' Master Plan
7.91965
MovieScience FictionDrama
In the year 4000, the Daleks conspire to conquer the Solar System. Their scheme involves treachery at the highest levels and a weapon capable of destroying the very fabric of time. Only the Doctor and his friends can prevent catastrophe — and there is no guarantee they will escape with their lives...
It Shouldn't Happen to a VetIt Shouldn't Happen to a Vet · 1976
It Shouldn't Happen to a Vet
8.01976
MovieDramaComedy
Based on James Herriot's books about life as a 1930s veterinarian in Yorkshire, John Alderson plays the kindly doctor who ministers to animals in this enjoyable family film. Sequel to the 1975 film All Creatures Great and Small.
MadeMade · 1972
Made
7.01972
MovieDrama
This compelling emotional drama stars Carol White as a young single mother who finds herself caught between two people – a local priest and a folk singer – each of whom wants to convert her to his own worldview. An elegy to a younger generation looking for something to believe in, Made co-stars hugely influential folk-rock musician Roy Harper in his screen debut. Produced by Joseph Janni – who previously made the astonishingly successful Poor Cow with White – directed by The Long Good Friday's John Mackenzie and featuring new songs specially composed by Harper.
Glückwunsch, Miss Sophie – 50 Jahre „Dinner for one“: Das Erfolgsgeheimnis des KultsketchesGlückwunsch, Miss Sophie – 50 Jahre „Dinner for one“: Das Erfolgsgeheimnis des Kultsketches · 2013
Glückwunsch, Miss Sophie – 50 Jahre „Dinner for one“: Das Erfolgsgeheimnis des Kultsketches
2013
Movie
Freddie Frinton und sein Dinner for OneFreddie Frinton und sein Dinner for One · 1988
Freddie Frinton und sein Dinner for One
1988
MovieDocumentary
Dad's ArmyDad's Army · 1968
Dad's Army
7.51968
SeriesComedyWar & Politics
Introducing the Walmington-On-Sea home guard. During WW2, in a fictional British seaside town, a ragtag group of Home Guard local defense volunteers prepare for an imminent German invasion.
Dr. Finlay's CasebookDr. Finlay's Casebook · 1962
Dr. Finlay's Casebook
6.71962
SeriesComedyDrama
Dr Finlay's Casebook is a BBC television series that was broadcast from 1962 until 1971. Based on A. J. Cronin's novella Country Doctor, the storylines centred on a general medical practice in the fictional Scottish town of Tannochbrae during the late 1920s.

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Hark at BarkerHark at Barker · 1969
Hark at Barker
6.51969
SeriesComedy
Hark at Barker is a 1969 British programme combining elements of sitcom and sketch show, which starred Ronnie Barker. It was made for the ITV network by LWT. Each show began with a spoof news item read by Barker as a continuity announcer. He would then introduce the main part of the programme, a lecture to be given by Lord Rustless on a different topic each week from his stately home, Chrome Hall. Helped and hindered by Rustless' secretary Bates, his Butler Badger, his bad-tempered Cook, his incoherent gardener Dithers and his buxom, near-mute maid Effie, these lectures invariably degenerated into farce, and were frequently interrupted by comic sketches on film or videotape which also starred Barker in various roles. Barker reprised the role of Lord Rustless in the BBC series His Lordship Entertains, and played very similar characters in Futtock's End and the Two Ronnies specials The Picnic and By the Sea.