Joyce Carey (1898-1993) was a British actress with a long and prolific career, known for her character roles in film and theatre. She excelled at embodying upper-class women, affectionate mothers, somewhat eccentric aunts, or authoritative but kind figures, often with a touch of wit or dignity.

Her film career was marked by significant collaborations, particularly with David Lean. She appeared in iconic films such as **"Brief Encounter"** (1945), where she played the gossipy friend Myrtle Bagot, and **"Blithe Spirit"** (1945). Other significant roles include the film adaptation of **"The Chiltern Hundreds"** (1949), a role she had previously played in theatre, and the **"Doctor in the House"** series, where she often appeared in maternal or head nurse roles. Her style was characterized by elegance and an innate ability to make her characters believable and memorable.