Elaine Riley

Acting

22Total Films

7.3 Highest Rated

Born: Jan 15, 1917

Birth Place: East Liverpool, Ohio, USA

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Elaine Riley reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 22 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Western

The majority of Elaine Riley's filmography leans towards the Western 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 14% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Elaine Riley remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Big Clock, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Elaine Riley Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Elaine Riley's career based on audience ratings.

★7.3

★7.3

The Big Clock — George Stroud, a crime magazine's crusading editor, has to postpone a vacation with his wife - again - when a glamorous

The Big Clock

1948•Crime

★6.7

★6.7

Pardners — Rich momma's boy Wade Kingsley Jr. an Eastern dude, tries to follow in his murdered father's footsteps by returning to t

Pardners

1956•Comedy

★6.7

★6.7

Alias Nick Beal — After straight-arrow district attorney Joseph Foster says in frustration that he would sell his soul to bring down a loc

Alias Nick Beal

1949•Drama

★6.4

★6.4

Where Danger Lives — A young doctor falls in love with a disturbed young woman and apparently becomes involved in the death of her husband. T

Where Danger Lives

1950•Thriller

★6.2

★6.2

Sailor Beware — Meeting in a navy recruiting line, Al Crowthers and Melvin Jones become friends. Al has tried to enlist before, but was

Sailor Beware

1952•Comedy

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Elaine Riley.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1956	Pardners	Dance Hall Girl (uncredited)	Hit	Similar →
1955	Dial Red O	Policewoman Gloria	Flop	Similar →
1953	Texas Bad Man	Lois	Flop	Similar →
1952	Leadville Gunslinger	Carol Davis	Flop	Similar →
1952	Sailor Beware	Commentator (uncredited)	Average	Similar →
1951	Hills of Utah	Karen McQueen	Flop	Similar →
1951	Footlight Varieties	Barbara	Flop	Similar →
1950	Where Danger Lives	Nurse Bates (uncredited)	Average	Similar →
1950	Rider from Tucson	Jane Whipple	Average	Similar →
1949	Bashful Romeo	-	Flop	Similar →
1949	Alias Nick Beal	Telephone Woman at Mitchell's Election HQ	Hit	Similar →
1948	Strange Gamble	Nora Murray	Flop	Similar →
1948	False Paradise	Anne Larson	Flop	Similar →
1948	Sinister Journey	Jessie Garvin	Flop	Similar →
1948	The Big Clock	Lily Gold	Hit	Similar →
1947	Variety Girl	Cashier	Average	Similar →
1947	Danger Street	Cynthia Van Loan	Flop	Similar →
1946	The Devil's Playground	Mrs. Evans	Flop	Similar →
1946	Hot Cargo	Porter's Secretary	Flop	Similar →
1945	Two O'Clock Courage	Cigarette Girl (uncredited)	Average	Similar →
1945	Birthday Blues	Mitzi Williams - Neighbor's Wife	Flop	Similar →
1945	What a Blonde	Cynthia Richards	Flop	Similar →

Elaine Riley - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Elaine Riley?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Elaine Riley is "The Big Clock" with a rating of 7.3/10.

How many movies has Elaine Riley acted in?

Elaine Riley has been featured in at least 22 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Elaine Riley?

Other notable films include "Pardners", "Alias Nick Beal", and "Where Danger Lives".