Leslie Brooks
ActingAbout Leslie Brooks
At first acting under her given name of Lorraine Gettman, blonde film actress Leslie Brooks began appearing in movie bit roles in 1941. When her Warner Bros. contract was sold to Columbia, Brooks started landing more sizeable parts in such programs as Nine Girls (1944) and Cover Girl (1944). She was also seen to good advantage in Columbia's series films (The Whistler, Crime Doctor, et al.). Leslie Brooks retired from films in 1949.
Leslie Brooks Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Leslie Brooks reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 26 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Leslie Brooks's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 58% of Leslie Brooks'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 Overland to Deadwood, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Leslie Brooks Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Leslie Brooks's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Leslie Brooks has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1971 | How's Your Love Life? | Dr. Maureen John | Flop | Similar → |
| 1948 | Hollow Triumph | Virginia Taylor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Blonde Ice | Claire Cummings Hanneman | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Romance on the High Seas | Miss Medwick | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Cobra Strikes | Olga Kaminoff | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Corpse Came C.O.D. | Peggy Holmes | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Cigarette Girl | Ellen WIlcox | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Secret of the Whistler | Kay Morrell | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | It's Great to Be Young | Terry | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Man Who Dared | Lorna Claibourne | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | I Love a Bandleader | Ann Stuart | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Tonight and Every Night | Angela | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | Cover Girl | Maurine Martin | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Nine Girls | Roberta Halloway | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Two Señoritas from Chicago | Lena Worth | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | City Without Men | Gwen | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Underground Agent | Ann Carter | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | You Were Never Lovelier | Cecy Acuña | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Lucky Legs | Jewel Perkins | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Overland to Deadwood | Linda Banning | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Talk of the Town | Secretary (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Playgirls | Sexette Membee | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | You're in the Army Now | Navy Blues Sextette Member | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Man Who Came to Dinner | Hollywood Blonde (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Navy Blues | Navy Blues Sextet Member (as Loraine Gettman) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Ziegfeld Girl | Ziegfeld Girl (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
Leslie Brooks - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Leslie Brooks?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Leslie Brooks is "Overland to Deadwood" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has Leslie Brooks acted in?
Leslie Brooks has been featured in at least 26 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Leslie Brooks?
Other notable films include "Underground Agent", "Lucky Legs", and "It's Great to Be Young".