★ Acting
1906 – 1979
· New York City, New York, USA
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Active 1930–2009
Joan Blondell, born in 1906, was a quintessential figure in American cinema, known for her sharp wit and vibrant performances. In the 1970s, she appeared in The Baron (1977), where her seasoned presence added depth to the film's gritty narrative. She also took on a role in The Glove (1979), a film that reflects the exploitation genre's flair for combining action with a touch of camp. Blondell's career, which began in the pre-Code era, spanned decades, making her a vital part of the cult film conversation.
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The Glove
1979
★ 5.3
as Mrs. Fitzgerald
A bounty hunter is offered $20,000 - off the record - for the capture of a very large man who dons body armor and steel-plated gauntlets for his regular beatings of some unfortunate individuals.
Career Highlights
Top 6 by popularity · TMDB
Filmography
178 credits
2000s
5 credits
2009
Hollywood Singing and Dancing: A Musical History - The 1930s: Dancing Away the Great Depression
as Self (archive footage)
Movie
1990s
2 credits
1980s
2 credits
1970s
24 credits
1960s
36 credits
1950s
22 credits
1940s
16 credits
1930s
71 credits
1931
How I Play Golf, by Bobby Jones No. 10: 'Trouble Shots'
as Self - Gallery Member (uncredited)
Movie
★ 7.5