Gail Russell
ActingAbout Gail Russell
Gail Russell was an American screen and television actress who is probably best remembered for her role as Stella Meredith in the 1944 film The Uninvited.
Gail Russell Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Gail Russell reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 25 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Gail Russell's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 36% of Gail Russell'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 Silent Call, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Gail Russell Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Gail Russell's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Gail Russell has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1961 | The Silent Call | Flore Brancato | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | No Place to Land | Lynn Dillon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Tattered Dress | Carol Morrow | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | 7 Men from Now | Annie Greer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Air Cadet | Janet Page | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Lawless | Sunny Garcia | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Captain China | Kim Mitchell | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Great Dan Patch | Cissy Lathrop | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | El Paso | Susan Jeffers | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Song of India | Princess Tara | Flop | Similar → |
| 1948 | Wake of the Red Witch | Angelique Desaix | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Moonrise | Gilly Johnson | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Night Has a Thousand Eyes | Jean Courtland | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Variety Girl | Gail Russell | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Angel and the Badman | Penelope 'Penny' Worth | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Calcutta | Virginia Moore | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Bachelor's Daughters | Eileen MacFarland | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Our Hearts Were Growing Up | Cornelia Otis Skinner | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Duffy's Tavern | Gail Russell | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Unseen | Elizabeth Howard | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | Salty O'Rourke | Barbara Brooks | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Our Hearts Were Young and Gay | Cornelia Otis Skinner | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Uninvited | Stella Meredith | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Lady in the Dark | Barbara | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Henry Aldrich Gets Glamour | Virginia Lowry | Hit | Similar → |
Gail Russell - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Gail Russell?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Gail Russell is "The Silent Call" with a rating of 9.3/10.
How many movies has Gail Russell acted in?
Gail Russell has been featured in at least 25 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Gail Russell?
Other notable films include "Our Hearts Were Young and Gay", "Henry Aldrich Gets Glamour", and "The Uninvited".