Evans began her movie career in 1915. In 1952, she played Lady Bracknell in the movie "The Importance of Being Earnest". She continued to make some movie appearances, usually in supporting roles. Her movies included "The Nun's Story" (1959), "Tom Jones" (1963) and "Scrooge" (1970). She won a BAFTA award and a Golden Globe award. Evans made her American television debut in 1961. 