Amanda Peterson - Actor Profile

Amanda Peterson

Acting
Updated: May 09, 2026
12Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Jul 8, 1971
Birth Place: Greeley, Colorado, USA

About Amanda Peterson

Phyllis Amanda Peterson (July 8, 1971 – July 3, 2015) was an American actress.

Known For: ActingIndustry Veteran

Amanda Peterson Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Amanda Peterson reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 12 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Amanda Peterson's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 50% of Amanda Peterson's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.

One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Love and Betrayal, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Amanda Peterson Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Amanda Peterson's career based on audience ratings.

★10.0
Love and Betrayal (1989) movie poster
★10.0

Love and Betrayal: Caroline Landry's husband has a sudden mid-life crisis and their idealistic 20-year marriage breaks apart when he leaves

Love and Betrayal

1989•Drama
★9.0
And the Children Shall Lead (1985) movie poster
★9.0

And the Children Shall Lead: Mississippi in the early '60s is the setting for this story of a 12-year-old African-American girl who, along with her w

And the Children Shall Lead

1985•Drama
★7.6
Hell Hath No Fury (1991) movie poster
★7.6

Hell Hath No Fury: A woman is simultaneously framed for the murder of her husband and terrorized by the deranged woman who actually killed

Hell Hath No Fury

1991•TV Movie
★7.3
Best Kept Secrets (1984) movie poster
★7.3

Best Kept Secrets: Blaise Dietz (Patty Duke Astin) plays the wife of police officer Blaise Dietz (Frederic Forrest), who wants to join a sp

Best Kept Secrets

1984•Thriller
★6.9
Can't Buy Me Love (1987) movie poster
★6.9

Can't Buy Me Love: Nerdy high schooler Ronald Miller rescues cheerleader Cindy Mancini from parental punishment after she accidentally dest

Can't Buy Me Love

1987•Comedy

Full Filmography

Every movie Amanda Peterson has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1994 WindRunner Julie Moore Average Similar →
1991 Posing: Inspired by Three Real Stories Abigail Baywood Average Similar →
1991 Hell Hath No Fury Michelle Ferguson Super Hit Similar →
1990 Fatal Charm Valerie Average Similar →
1989 Listen to Me Donna Lumis Flop Similar →
1989 Love and Betrayal Stefanie Landry Super Hit Similar →
1988 The Lawless Land Diana Flop Similar →
1987 Can't Buy Me Love Cindy Mancini Hit Similar →
1985 Explorers Lori Swenson Average Similar →
1985 And the Children Shall Lead Jenny Super Hit Similar →
1984 Best Kept Secrets Gretchen Hit Similar →
1982 Annie Dancer Hit Similar →

Amanda Peterson - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Amanda Peterson?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Amanda Peterson is "Love and Betrayal" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Amanda Peterson acted in?

Amanda Peterson has been featured in at least 12 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Amanda Peterson?

Other notable films include "And the Children Shall Lead", "Hell Hath No Fury", and "Best Kept Secrets".

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