Joan Weldon
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Joan Weldon (born as Joan Louise Welton on August 5, 1933, San Francisco, California) is an American film and television actress. She began her career singing in the San Francisco Grand Opera Company chorus. Later she became a contract actress with Warner Bros. where she remained until her contract ended in 1954. Her most prominent film was the cult thriller Them! She resumed her career as a singer in road company productions including The Music Man and Oklahoma!. Weldon retired in 1980. Description above from the Wikipedia article Joan Weldon, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Joan Weldon Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Joan Weldon reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 10 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Joan Weldon's work falls within the Western genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 40% of Joan Weldon'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 Home Before Dark, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Joan Weldon Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Joan Weldon's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Joan Weldon has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1958 | Home Before Dark | Frances Barrett | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Day of the Badman | Myra Owens | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Gunsight Ridge | Molly Jones | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Deep in My Heart | Performer in New Moon | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Them! | Dr. Pat Medford | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Riding Shotgun | Orissa Flynn | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Command | Martha Cutting | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Stranger Wore a Gun | Shelby Conroy | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | So This Is Love | Ruth Obre | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | The System | Felice Stuart | Flop | Similar → |
Joan Weldon - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Joan Weldon?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Joan Weldon is "Home Before Dark" with a rating of 7.0/10.
How many movies has Joan Weldon acted in?
Joan Weldon has been featured in at least 10 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Joan Weldon?
Other notable films include "Them!", "Day of the Badman", and "Deep in My Heart".