Beatrice "Bee" Duffell (1894–1979) was a British actress, known for her prolific career as a character actress in film, theatre, and television. Primarily active between the 1930s and 1960s, her film career is associated with iconic films of post-war British cinema. Her most celebrated performances include Mrs. Dilber in *A Christmas Carol* (1951), Mrs. Hepworth in David Lean's *Hobson's Choice* (1954), and roles in classics such as *The Lavender Hill Mob* (1951). Her versatility also allowed her to appear in numerous British television productions and to maintain a strong presence on the stage for much of her artistic life. Although she did not receive any major awards, her recognition lies in her fundamental contribution as a supporting actress in films that defined an era, cementing her reputation as a reliable and memorable face of British cinema.