Katharine Hepburn

Katharine Hepburn

American actress (1907–2003)

Katharine Houghton Hepburn was an American actress whose career as a leading lady on stage and screen spanned six decades. Known for her headstrong independence, spirited personality, and outspokenness, she cultivated a screen persona that matched this public image, and regularly played strong-willed, sophisticated women. She worked in a varied range of genres, from screwball comedy to literary drama. Her accolades include a record four Academy Awards for Best Actress, two British Academy Film Awards and a Primetime Emmy Award, in addition to nominations for two Tony Awards, two Grammy Awards and eight Golden Globe Awards.

Filmography in the catalog

Credited on 56 films (1932–1978) — matched by name in the Creator or Credits field. Also mentioned in 9 other records (descriptions, transcriptions, copyright notes).

Year ▼ Title CreatorLengthFormatColorSound
1934 THE LITTLE MINISTER. RKO Radio Pictures Inc. 11 reels. B&W
1933 Christopher Strong Dorothy Arzner 78 min 16mm B&W
1933 CHRISTOPHER STRONG. RKO Radio Pictures Inc. 9 reels B&W
1933 Little women. RKO Radio Pictures Inc. 12 reels 16mm B&W sound
1933 Morning glory. RKO Radio Pictures Inc. 8 reels 16mm B&W sound
1932 A BILL OF DIVORCEMENT. RKO Radio Pictures Inc. 8 reels 16mm B&W sound