Patricia Morison - Actor Profile

Patricia Morison

Acting
43Total Films
9.0 Highest Rated
Born: Mar 19, 1915
Birth Place: New York City, New York, USA

About Patricia Morison

Eileen Patricia Augusta Fraser Morison (March 19, 1915 – May 20, 2018) was an American stage and film actress and mezzo-soprano singer. She made her feature film debut in 1939 after several years on the stage. She was lauded as a beauty with large eyes and extremely long, dark hair. During this period of her career, she was often cast as the femme fatale or "other woman". It was only when she returned to the Broadway stage that she achieved her greatest success as the lead in the original production of Cole Porter's Kiss Me, Kate. Description above from the Wikipedia article Patricia Morison, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Patricia Morison reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 43 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Patricia Morison's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.

The "Box Office" Signature

With a 23% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Patricia Morison remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Lon Chaney: Son of a Thousand Faces, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Patricia Morison Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Patricia Morison's career based on audience ratings.

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Patricia Morison.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2022 The Lost City of X Prof. Talbot (archival footage) Flop Similar →
2015 Richard Glazier: From Broadway to Hollywood Self Flop Similar →
2003 Broadway's Lost Treasures Anna Leonowens (segment "The King and I") Average Similar →
2003 Broadway: The Golden Age, by the Legends Who Were There Self Hit Similar →
1995 Lon Chaney: Son of a Thousand Faces Self Super Hit Similar →
1992 The Long Day Closes Amy Hit Similar →
1990 You're the Top: The Cole Porter Story Self Flop Similar →
1985 Mirrors Mrs. Rome Flop Similar →
1976 Won Ton Ton: The Dog Who Saved Hollywood Star at Screening Flop Similar →
1964 Kiss Me, Kate Lilli Vanessi Flop Similar →
1960 Song Without End Georges Sand Flop Similar →
1958 Kiss Me, Kate Lilli Vanessi / Kate Super Hit Similar →
1956 The Dream Vivienne Monet Flop Similar →
1948 The Walls of Jericho Lucy Landon Flop Similar →
1948 Sofia Magda Onescu Average Similar →
1948 The Return of Wildfire Pat Marlowe Flop Similar →
1948 The Prince of Thieves Lady Marian Claire Average Similar →
1947 Song of the Thin Man Phyllis Talbin Hit Similar →
1947 Tarzan and the Huntress Tanya Rawlins Average Similar →
1947 Queen of the Amazons Jean Preston Flop Similar →
1946 Danger Woman Eve Ruppert Flop Similar →
1946 Dressed to Kill Mrs. Hilda Courtney Hit Similar →
1945 Lady on a Train Joyce Willams, Morgan's Girl Hit Similar →
1945 Without Love Edwina Collins Hit Similar →
1943 The Song of Bernadette Empress Eugenie Hit Similar →
1943 Calling Dr. Death Stella Madden Average Similar →
1943 Where Are Your Children? Linda Woodford Flop Similar →
1943 The Fallen Sparrow Barby Taviton Average Similar →
1943 Hitler's Madman Jarmilla Hanka Flop Similar →
1943 Silver Skates Claire Thomas Flop Similar →
1942 Night in New Orleans Ethel Abbott Flop Similar →
1942 Beyond the Blue Horizon Sylvia Average Similar →
1942 Are Husbands Necessary? Myra Ponsonby Flop Similar →
1941 One Night In Lisbon Gerry Houston Flop Similar →
1941 The Roundup Janet Allen (Payson) Super Hit Similar →
1941 Romance of the Rio Grande Rosita Flop Similar →
1940 Rangers of Fortune Sharon McCloud Flop Similar →
1940 Untamed Alverna Easter Flop Similar →
1939 The Magnificent Fraud Claire Hill Flop Similar →
1939 I'm from Missouri Mrs. Allison 'Rowe' Hamilton Flop Similar →
1939 We're in the Movies, Now! Herself Flop Similar →
1939 Persons in Hiding Dorothy Bronson Flop Similar →
1935 Wreckless Mary Jane Flop Similar →

Patricia Morison - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Patricia Morison?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Patricia Morison is "Lon Chaney: Son of a Thousand Faces" with a rating of 9.0/10.

How many movies has Patricia Morison acted in?

Patricia Morison has been featured in at least 43 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Patricia Morison?

Other notable films include "Kiss Me, Kate", "The Roundup", and "The Long Day Closes".