Coleen Gray
ActingAbout Coleen Gray
Coleen Gray (born Doris Bernice Jensen; October 23, 1922 – August 3, 2015) was born in Staplehurst, Nebraska. After graduating from high school she studied dramatics at Hamline University, graduating with a Bachelor of Arts degree, she then decided to see America and traveled to California, stopping off at La Jolla where she worked as a waitress. After several weeks there, she moved to L.A. and enrolled in a drama school. Her performances attracted a talent scout from 20th Century-Fox, with whom she signed a contract after a screen test. Although Fox put her in several good pictures (Kiss of Death (1947), Nightmare Alley (1947), The Razor's Edge (1946) in which she acquitted herself well, many of the roles they gave her were not worthy of her talent and she never became as big a star as many thought she should have. Still, she has an extensive list of credits in films, TV, radio and on the stage.
Coleen Gray Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Coleen Gray reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 41 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Coleen Gray's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 51% of Coleen Gray'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 The Black Whip, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Coleen Gray Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Coleen Gray's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Coleen Gray has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Hollywood in the Atomic Age: Monsters! Martians! Mad Scientists! | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | Western Legenden - Made in Hollywood | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2004 | Männer im Trenchcoat, Frauen im Pelz | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Cry from the Mountain | Marian Rissman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | The Best Place to Be | Dottie Parker | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | Ellery Queen: Don't Look Behind You | Mrs. Cazalis | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | The Late Liz | Sue Webb | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | P.J. | Betty Orbison | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | Town Tamer | Carol Rosser | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | The Phantom Planet | Liara | Flop | Similar → |
| 1960 | The Leech Woman | June Talbot | Flop | Similar → |
| 1958 | Johnny Rocco | Lois Mayfield, Teacher | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Hell's Five Hours | Nancy Brand | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Copper Sky | Nora Hayes | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Vampire | Carol Butler | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Destination 60,000 | Mary Ellen | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Black Whip | Jeannie | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Death of a Scoundrel | Mrs. Edith Van Renasslear | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Frontier Gambler | Sylvia Melbourne | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Star in the Dust | Nellie Mason | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Killing | Fay | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Wild Dakotas | Sue 'Lucky' Duneen | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Twinkle In God's Eye | Laura | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Tennessee's Partner | Goldie Slater | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Las Vegas Shakedown | Julie Rae | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Arrow In The Dust | Christella Burke | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Fake | Mary Mason | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Sabre Jet | Mrs. Gil Manton nee Jane Carter | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Vanquished | Jane Colfax | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | Kansas City Confidential | Helen Foster | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Models Inc. | Rusty Faraday | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Apache Drums | Sally | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | I'll Get You for This | Kay Wonderly | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Sleeping City | Ann Sebastian | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Riding High | Alice 'Princess' Higgins | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Father Is a Bachelor | Prudence Millett | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Sand | Joan Hartley | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Red River | Fen | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Fury at Furnace Creek | Molly Baxter | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Nightmare Alley | Molly Carlisle | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Kiss of Death | Nettie Cavallo | Hit | Similar → |
Coleen Gray - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Coleen Gray?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Coleen Gray is "The Black Whip" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Coleen Gray acted in?
Coleen Gray has been featured in at least 41 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Coleen Gray?
Other notable films include "Destination 60,000", "Männer im Trenchcoat, Frauen im Pelz", and "The Wild Dakotas".