Helen Westcott

Personal Info

Known For

Acting

Known Credits

2.2237

Gender

Female

Birthday

01-Jan-1928

Age

(98 years old)

Place of Birth

Los Angeles, California, USA

Also Known As
  • Myrthas Helen Hickman

Helen Westcott

Biography

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Helen Westcott (born January 1, 1928, Los Angeles, California — died March 17, 1998, Edmonds, Washington) was an American stage and screen actor and former child actor. She was the daughter of Warner Bros. studio actor Gordon Westcott who died when Helen was seven years old, in 1935. She appeared opposite Gregory Peck in the western classic The Gunfighter released in 1950. She was also known in part for her role in Charles Lamont's 1953 comedy horror film Abbott and Costello Meet Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde. She moved from the big screen to television roles in the late 1950s, including Perry Mason, Bonanza, and The Twilight Zone.  Westcott also appeared on the stage later in her career, including in Anthony Mann's God's Little Acre in 1958. Description above from the Wikipedia article Helen Westcott, licensed under CC-BY-SA,full list of contributors on Wikipedia. ​


Credits

I Love My Wife I Love My Wife (1970) Character: Mrs. Burrows
Young surgeon becomes bored with his wife and family, he has a very successful career, but even with having so much in life, he feels empty and goes through a series of brief and meaningless relations with attractive women.
Dancing in the Dark Dancing in the Dark (1949) Character: June
Emery Slade was one of the brightest stars in Hollywood in 1932, but by 1949 his career has hit the skids. Fortunately, he is able to convince studio head Melville Crossman to cast him in the adaptation of a hit Broadway show. Crossman has one condition: Slade must travel to New York and convince the female star of the stage production to join the film. Slade goes, but, when he eyes the winsome Julie Clarke, he hatches a different scheme.
13 Lead Soldiers 13 Lead Soldiers (1948) Character: Cynthia Stedman
Captain Hugh "Bulldog" Drummond is called in to solve the murder of a man from whom two lead soldiers were stolen. Drummond learns that the two soldiers were part of a set of thirteen which formed the key to a hidden vault of treasure. Following some clever sleuthing and set-up on Drummond's part, the guilty man is trapped in the vault,which is hidden behind the fireplace.
Take Care of My Little Girl Take Care of My Little Girl (1951) Character: Merry Coombs
A young woman enters college and learns some hard truths about sorority life, including snobbery and the cruelty of hazing.
A Midsummer Night's Dream A Midsummer Night's Dream (1935) Character: Cobweb
Four young people escape Athens to a forest where the king and queen of the fairies are quarreling, while meanwhile, a troupe of amateur actors rehearses a play. When the fairy Puck uses a magic flower to make people fall in love, the whole thing becomes a little bit confused...
The Secret of Convict Lake The Secret of Convict Lake (1951) Character: Susan Haggerty
After a group of convicts escapes from prison, they take refuge in the wilderness. While most of the crew are ruthless sociopaths, Jim Canfield is an innocent man who was jailed under false pretenses. When Canfield and his fellow fugitives reach an isolated farming settlement where the men are all away, it creates tension with the local women. Things get direr when rumors of hidden money arise, and Canfield discovers that the man who framed him is part of the community.
The Gunfighter The Gunfighter (1950) Character: Peggy Walsh
The fastest gun in the West tries to escape his reputation.
Abbott and Costello Meet Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde Abbott and Costello Meet Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde (1953) Character: Vicky Edwards
As American policemen in London, Bud and Lou meet up with Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde.
Flaxy Martin Flaxy Martin (1949) Character: Peggy Farrar
Attorney Walter Colby has ties to the mob, but he begins to regret his criminal affiliations. When his girlfriend, showgirl Flaxy Martin, who also has shady connections, becomes a suspect in a murder, Walter takes the fall. However, on his way to prison, he escapes, determined to bring the real killer to justice.
The Girl from Jones Beach The Girl from Jones Beach (1949) Character: Miss Brooks
Glamour artist Bob Randolph is world famous for his paintings of a stunning beauty dubbed "The Randolph Girl". What the world doesn't know is that his pin-up creation is really a composite of parts of the anatomy of 12 different models. In an effort to find one girl who possesses all the proper physical attributes, Randolph and PR man Chuck Donovan pursue Ruth Wilson, a beauteous schoolteacher who prefers to be admired for her brain rather than her curves. Ruth changes her tune, however, when a published photo of her in a swimsuit causes her to be fired by the uptight schoolboard. She sues for reinstatement and in the process learns that swimsuits and sex appeal do have a place in her world, after all. Written by Dan Navarro
One Last Fling One Last Fling (1949) Character: Annie Mae Hunter
A jealous wife suspects the worst when her dingaling husband hires his former girlfriend for a position at his company.
Monster on the Campus Monster on the Campus (1958) Character: Nurse Molly Riordan
A college paleontology professor acquires a newly discovered specimen of a coelacanth, but while examining it, he is accidentally exposed to its blood, and finds himself periodically turning into a murderous Neanderthal man.
Phone Call from a Stranger Phone Call from a Stranger (1952) Character: Jane Trask
Four strangers board a plane and become fast friends, but a catastrophic crash leaves only one survivor. He then sets off on a journey to discover who these people were, but ultimately discovers the devastating truth about himself.
The Last Hurrah The Last Hurrah (1958) Character: Mrs. McCluskey (uncredited)
In a changing world where television has become the main source of information, Adam Caulfield, a young sports journalist, witnesses how his uncle, Frank Skeffington, a veteran and honest politician, mayor of a New England town, tries to be reelected while bankers and captains of industry conspire in the shadows to place a weak and manageable candidate in the city hall.
Backfire Backfire (1950) Character: Miss Haller - Receptionist at Mortuary (uncredited)
When he's discharged from a military hospital, ex-GI Bob Corey goes on a search for his army buddy Steve Connolly. A reformed crook, Connolly is on the lam from a trumped-up murder rap, and Corey hopes to clear his pal. Tagging along is Army nurse Julie Benson, who has fallen for Corey.
God's Little Acre God's Little Acre (1958) Character: Rosamund
In the 1950s, a poor Georgia cotton farmer and his sons search for the gold presumably buried on the farm by their grandfather but problems related to poverty, marital infidelity, unemployment and booze threaten to destroy their family.
Return of the Texan Return of the Texan (1952) Character: Averill Murray
A young widower named Sam Crockett returns from Kansas City to his small hometown in rural Texas, bringing with him his feisty grandfather and two young sons, Steve and Yoyo. He tries to make a go of the old family homestead but faces financial problems and pressures from his well-to-do neighbor, Rod Marshall. He also begins an on-again-off-again romance with Rod's sister-in-law, even though she's engaged to wed the town's doctor. Events come to head when Sam's grandfather suffers a stroke.
Without Orders Without Orders (1936) Character: Little Girl
At Portland, Oregon, playboy pilot Len Kendrick lands at the end of a cross-country record flight, met by his father J.P. Kendrick who owns Amalgamated Air Lines. Len is a media darling, adored by fans for his daring flights. He is in love with Amalgamated stewardess Kay Armstrong who is dating veteran pilot "Wad" Madison. Len dates her sister Penny who learns that his hard-drinking and recklessness has caused the death of his co-pilot. Penny knows that he was drinking before the fateful flight and only escaped prosecution by bribing a bartender. She leaves Len who ends up at Amalgamated as a line pilot, being tutored by Wad.
With a Song in My Heart With a Song in My Heart (1952) Character: Jennifer March
Jane Froman, an aspiring songstress, lands a job in radio with help from pianist Don Ross, whom she later marries. Jane's popularity soars, and she leaves on a European tour... but her plane crashes in Lisbon, and she is partially crippled. Unable to walk without crutches, Jane nevertheless goes on to entertain the Allied troops in World War II.
Loan Shark Loan Shark (1952) Character: Martha Gargen Haines
A vicious loan shark ring has been preying on factory workers. When several workers at a tire factory suffer violence at the hands of the loan sharkers, a union leader and the factory owner try to recruit ex-con Joe Gargan to infiltrate to the gang. At first Joe does not want to get involved, but changes his mind when his brother-in-law dies at the hands of a savage loan shark hood. Joe works his way into the mob, but in order to keep his cover, Joe can't tell anyone what he is up to. This results in him being disowned by his sister and girl friend.
Cimarron Cimarron (1960) Character: Miss Kuye (uncredited)
The epic story of a family involved in the Oklahoma Land Rush of April 22, 1889.
Homicide Homicide (1949) Character: Jo Ann Rice
Michael Landers, a police lieutenant, sets out to investigate an intricate murder case. But, the case is closed after the only witness is found dead. Will Michael be able to fathom the mystery?
Maid of Salem Maid of Salem (1937) Character: Little Girl (Uncredited)
When a young woman named Barbara Clarke has an affair with adventurer Roger Coverman, it causes a scandal in the Puritanical town of Salem, Massachusetts. After a meddling girl arouses their suspicions, the town's elders accuse Barbara of being a witch. She is tried, convicted of sorcery and sentenced to death. As the townspeople prepare to burn Barbara at the stake, Roger tries desperately to save the woman he loves.
Hot Blood Hot Blood (1956) Character: Velma
Stephen Torino, who is tricked by his brother Marco into an arranged marriage with tempestuous Annie Caldash. Annie is willing to give the union a go, but Torino wants none of it.
The Charge at Feather River The Charge at Feather River (1953) Character: Anne McKeever
A frontier scout leads prisoners on a death mission to save a railroad and rescue two women.
Pieces of Dreams Pieces of Dreams (1970) Character: Mrs. Straub
A young priest questions his faith after he falls in love with a social worker.
Thunder Over Texas Thunder Over Texas (1934) Character: Betty 'Tiny' Norton
A cowboy tries to protect a young woman whose father was murdered because he had railroad maps that showed the location of a proposed new line. Now the killers are after her because they think she has the maps.
Day of the Outlaw Day of the Outlaw (1959) Character: Vivian
Blaise Starrett is a rancher at odds with homesteaders when outlaws hold up the small town. The outlaws are held in check only by their notorious leader, but he is diagnosed with a fatal wound and the town is a powder keg waiting to blow.
Battles of Chief Pontiac Battles of Chief Pontiac (1952) Character: Winifred Lancaster
In pre-Revolutionary America, the efforts of a Colonial officer trying to broker a peace deal between Indian chief Pontiac and British and American settlers are threatened by the commander of a Hessian mercenary unit who embarks on a campaign of extermination against the Indians.
The Invisible Avenger The Invisible Avenger (1958) Character: Tara O'Neill
Lamont Cranston, aka The Shadow, investigates the murder of a New Orleans bandleader.
Alaska Patrol Alaska Patrol (1949) Character: Mary Lynn
Spotted after he microfilms secret U.S. Navy documents, foreign agent Rattick is killed when he tries to make a getaway. Naval Intelligence officer Captain Wright and Operative Dale are assigned to investigate and determine who is behind the spy syndicate for which Rattick worked. They bring in the services of Agent Tom Norman, who bears a strong resemblance to Rattick.
Whirlpool Whirlpool (1950) Character: Simms' Secretary (uncredited)
The wife of a psychoanalyst falls prey to a devious quack hypnotist when he discovers she is an habitual shoplifter. Then one of his previous patients now being treated by the real doctor is found murdered, with her still at the scene, and suspicion points only one way.
Adventures of Don Juan Adventures of Don Juan (1948) Character: Lady Diana
Spanish Lothario Don Juan, the legendary lover and adventurer returns to Spain following a scandal and comes to the aid of his queen, who is under threat from sinister forces.
Cow Country Cow Country (1953) Character: Linda Garnet
A hired hand gets caught between a noble rancher and ruthless land grabbers.
Tales of Frankenstein Tales of Frankenstein (1958) Character: Christine Halpert
In this pilot for a series that was never picked up, Dr. Frankenstein has just finished rebuilding his creation, but the monster is unresponsive. He needs to try something different to make it work, perhaps some new parts. Enter a terminally ill sculptor and his assertive wife…
Gun Belt Gun Belt (1953) Character: Arlene Reach
Gunfighter Billy Ringo decides to hang up his guns, buy a ranch and marry Arlene Reach. His brother Matt, father of Chip, the nephew Ringo is trying to keep on the straight and narrow, with three other outlaws, Dixon, Hollaway and Hoke, frame Ringo into pulling a bank robbery with them. Pretending to side with them, after accidentally killing Matt, Ringo informs Marshal Wyatt Earp of their plan to rob a Wells Fargo express wagon. A gunfight ensues at the robbery and the three outlaws are killed and Ike Clinton, the ringleader, is turned over to Marshal Earp by Ringo. Written by Les Adams
Smart Girls Don't Talk Smart Girls Don't Talk (1948) Character: Toni Peters
A society woman gets involved with a gangster only to find he has hidden plans.
I Killed Wild Bill Hickok I Killed Wild Bill Hickok (1956) Character: Belle Longtree
Rival horse traders clash in the Old West.



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