Louise Fletcher
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Louise Fletcher (July 21, 1934 – September 23, 2022) was an American actress. She was best known for her portrayal of Nurse Ratched in One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest (1975), which earned her an Academy Award for Best Actress, a BAFTA Award, and a Golden Globe Award. She was also well-known for her recurring role as the Bajoran religious leader Kai Winn Adami in the television series Star Trek: Deep Space Nine (1993–99), as well as for her role as Helen Rosemond in the movie Cruel Intentions (1999). She was nominated for two Emmy Awards for her roles in the television series Picket Fences (1996) and Joan of Arcadia (2004). Her final role was as Rosie in the Netflix series Girlboss (2017).
Louise Fletcher Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Louise Fletcher reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Louise Fletcher's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 38% of Louise Fletcher'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 Manna from Heaven, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Louise Fletcher Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Louise Fletcher's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Louise Fletcher has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Electric Boogaloo: The Wild, Untold Story of Cannon Films | Mrs. McKeltch (archive footage) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Of Two Minds | Aunt Will | Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | Once Upon a Time… One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | Miloš Forman: What Doesn't Kill You… | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | A Dennis the Menace Christmas | Martha Wilson | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | The Last Sin Eater | Miz Elda | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | A Dad for Christmas | Glennie | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | Fat Rose and Squeaky | Bonnie | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | Aurora Borealis | Ruth Shorter | Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | Clipping Adam | Grammy | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | A Time to Remember | Billy Calhoun | Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | Manna from Heaven | Mother Superior | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | Big Eden | Grace Cornwell | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | A Map of the World | Nellie Goodwin | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | The Devil's Arithmetic | Aunt Eva | Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | Cruel Intentions | Helen Rosemond | Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | Johnny 316 | Sally's Mother | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | Completely Cuckoo | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | Married to a Stranger | Nana, Megan's Mother | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | High School High | Schuldirektorin Evelyn Doyle | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | 2 Days in the Valley | Evelyn | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | The Stepford Husbands | Miriam Benton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | Edie & Pen | Judge | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | Mulholland Falls | Esther | Average | Similar → |
| 1995 | Virtuosity | Elizabeth Deane | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | Giorgino | Innkeeper | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | Return to Two Moon Junction | Belle Delongpre | Average | Similar → |
| 1992 | The Player | Louise Fletcher | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Blue Steel | Shirley Turner | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | Best of the Best | Mrs. Grady | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | The Karen Carpenter Story | Agnes Carpenter | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Two Moon Junction | Belle Delongpre | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | Flowers in the Attic | Olivia Foxworth | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | The Boy Who Could Fly | Dr. Granada | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | Invaders from Mars | Mrs. McKeltch | Average | Similar → |
| 1985 | A Summer to Remember | Dr. Dolly McKeever | Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | Overnight Sensation | Evie Peregrine | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | Firestarter | Norma Manders | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | Talk to Me | Mother | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | Brainstorm | Lillian Reynolds | Average | Similar → |
| 1982 | The Lucky Star | Loes Bakker | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | Strange Behavior | Barbara Moorehead | Average | Similar → |
| 1981 | Be Pretty and Shut Up! | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | Natural Enemies | Miriam Steward | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | The Lady in Red | Anna Sage | Average | Similar → |
| 1978 | The Cheap Detective | Marlene DuChard | Average | Similar → |
| 1976 | TVTV Looks at the Oscars | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 1975 | One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest | Nurse Mildred Ratched | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | Thieves Like Us | Mattie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | A Gathering of Eagles | Mrs. Kemler | Average | Similar → |
Louise Fletcher - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Louise Fletcher?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Louise Fletcher is "Manna from Heaven" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Louise Fletcher acted in?
Louise Fletcher has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Louise Fletcher?
Other notable films include "Talk to Me", "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest", and "The Lucky Star".