Donna Corcoran - Actor Profile

Donna Corcoran

Acting
Updated: May 15, 2026
8Total Films
7.3 Highest Rated
Born: Sep 29, 1942

About Donna Corcoran

​From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia.   Donna Corcoran, (born September 29, 1942) is a former child actress who appeared in several Hollywood films of the early 1950s. She most notably appeared in several aquatic musicals that featured Esther Williams (playing swimmer Annette Kellerman as a child in one of them),and as a vulnerable girl being victimized by an emotionally disturbed babysitter (played by Marilyn Monroe) in a more serious drama. After making her last film in 1955, she made a token comeback as a young adult in an episode of the long-running television sit-com My Three Sons (starring Fred MacMurray) in the early 1960s before finally leaving acting altogether. Corcoran was born in Quincy, Massachusetts, to William "Bill" Corcoran, Sr. (1905–1958) and the former Kathleen McKenney (1917–1972). Several of her siblings were also child stars, including younger sister Noreen Corcoran, who played Kelly Gregg on John Forsythe's Bachelor Father (CBS, NBC, and ABC). Two younger brothers also went into acting: Kevin Anthony Corcoran, a star of various Walt Disney films and later a director and producer, and Kelly Corcoran (1958–2002), as a child star, appeared in the Barry Sullivan western series The Road West (1966–1968). Another brother, Brian Corcoran, also worked in television as a youth. Description above from the Wikipedia article Donna Corcoran, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.

Donna Corcoran Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Donna Corcoran reflects exceptional commercial consistency. Across 8 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 75% of Donna Corcoran'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 Gypsy Colt, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Donna Corcoran Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Donna Corcoran's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Donna Corcoran has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1955 Moonfleet Grace Hit Similar →
1954 Gypsy Colt Meg MacWade Hit Similar →
1953 Dangerous When Wet Junior Higgins Average Similar →
1953 Scandal at Scourie Patsy Hit Similar →
1952 Million Dollar Mermaid Annette - 10 years old Hit Similar →
1952 Don't Bother to Knock Bunny Jones Hit Similar →
1952 Young Man with Ideas Caroline Webster Flop Similar →
1951 Angels in the Outfield Bridget White Hit Similar →

Donna Corcoran - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Donna Corcoran?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Donna Corcoran is "Gypsy Colt" with a rating of 7.3/10.

How many movies has Donna Corcoran acted in?

Donna Corcoran has been featured in at least 8 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Donna Corcoran?

Other notable films include "Angels in the Outfield", "Scandal at Scourie", and "Don't Bother to Knock".

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