Ellen Drew
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Ellen Drew (born Esther Loretta Ray; November 23, 1914 – December 3, 2003) was an American actress. Description above from the Wikipedia article Ellen Drew, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Ellen Drew Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Ellen Drew reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Ellen Drew's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 58% of Ellen Drew'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 Night of Mystery, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Ellen Drew Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Ellen Drew's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Ellen Drew has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1957 | Outlaw's Son | Ruth Sewall | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | America for Me | School Teacher | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Man in the Saddle | Nan Melotte | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Great Missouri Raid | Bee Moore | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Stars in My Crown | Harriet Gray | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Cargo to Capetown | Kitty Mellar | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Baron of Arizona | Sofia de Peralta-Reavis | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Crooked Way | Nina Martin | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Man from Colorado | Caroline Emmet | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Swordsman | Barbara Glowan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Johnny O'Clock | Nelle Marchettis | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Crime Doctor's Man Hunt | Irene Cotter / Natalie Cotter | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Sing While You Dance | Susan Kent | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Man Alive | Connie McBride | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Isle of the Dead | Thea | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | That's My Baby! | Betty Moody | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Impostor | Yvonne | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Night Plane from Chungking | Ann Richards | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Ice Capades Revue | Ann Porter | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | My Favorite Spy | Teresa 'Terry' Kyser | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Remarkable Andrew | Peggy Tobin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Star Spangled Rhythm | Ellen Drew (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Night of January 16th | Katherine "Kit" Lane | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Our Wife | Babe Marvin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Parson of Panamint | Mary Mallory | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Reaching for the Sun | Rita | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Monster and the Girl | Susan Webster | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Mad Doctor | Linda Booth | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Texas Rangers Ride Again | Ellen 'Slats' Dangerfield | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Christmas in July | Betsy Casey | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | French Without Tears | Diana Lake | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Escape | Reporter | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Gracie Allen Murder Case | Ann Wilson | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Lady's from Kentucky | Penelope 'Penny' Hollis | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | If I Were King | Huguette | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Sing, You Sinners | Martha Randall | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | You and Me | Cashier (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Cocoanut Grove | Radio Station Receptionist | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Dangerous to Know | Secretary on Intercom (voice) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Scandal Street | (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Night of Mystery | Secretary | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Turn Off the Moon | Model (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Make Way for Tomorrow | Usherette (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | College Holiday | Dancer on Train | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Rose Bowl | Mary Arnold | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Accusing Finger | Wife | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Big Broadcast of 1937 | Telephone Girl | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Wives Never Know | Information Clerk at Flowerland Nurseries (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Lady Be Careful | Girl in Sailboat | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Rhythm on the Range | Party Guest | Average | Similar → |
Ellen Drew - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Ellen Drew?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ellen Drew is "Night of Mystery" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Ellen Drew acted in?
Ellen Drew has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Ellen Drew?
Other notable films include "America for Me", "Cocoanut Grove", and "Wives Never Know".