Pamela Gidley
ActingAbout Pamela Gidley
Pamela Catherine Gidley (June 11, 1965 – April 16, 2018) was an American actress and model. She began her career as an actress in 1986, debuting in the film Thrashin', before appearing in a number of films, including Dudes (1987), Cherry 2000 (1988), The Blue Iguana (1988), Permanent Record (1988), Liebestraum (1991), Highway to Hell (1992), Twin Peaks: Fire Walk with Me (1992), Jane Austen's Mafia (1998), and The Little Vampire (2000). Gidley is also known for her roles in television series, including Strange Luck as Audrey Weston (1995–1996), and her recurring role as Brigitte on The Pretender (1997–2000).
Pamela Gidley Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Pamela Gidley reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 35 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Pamela Gidley's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 29% of Pamela Gidley'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 Blue Bayou, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Pamela Gidley Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Pamela Gidley's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Pamela Gidley has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Moving Through Time: Fire Walk With Me Memories | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | Twin Peaks: The Missing Pieces | Teresa Banks | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Cake Boy | Becky | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | Landspeed | Linda Fincher | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | Luster | Alyssa | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | True Blue | Beck | Flop | Similar → |
| 2001 | Puzzled | Susan | Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | The Little Vampire | Dottie Thompson | Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | Goodbye, Casanova | Hilly | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | Liar's Poker | Linda | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | The Treat | Dolly (as Pam Gidley) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | Jane Austen's Mafia! | Pepper Gianini | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | Aberration | Amy Harding / Alex Langdon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | Kiss & Tell | Beta Carotene | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | Scratch the Surface | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Bombshell | Melinda Clark | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | The Maze | Bertha | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | The Little Death | Kelly Hannon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | S.F.W. | Janet Streeter | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | The Crew | Jennifer Pierce | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | Freefall | Katy Mazur | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | Cheatin' Hearts | Samantha | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | Twin Peaks: Fire Walk with Me | Teresa Banks | Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Love Is Like That | Eloise | Average | Similar → |
| 1991 | Highway to Hell | Clara | Average | Similar → |
| 1991 | Liebestraum | Jane Kessler | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Disturbed | Sandy Ramirez | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | The Last of the Finest | Haley | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | Blue Bayou | Deanie Fortenot Serulla | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Glory Days | Diane | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Permanent Record | Kim | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | The Blue Iguana | Dakota | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Cherry 2000 | Cherry 2000 | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | Dudes | Elyse | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | Thrashin' | Chrissy | Average | Similar → |
Pamela Gidley - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Pamela Gidley?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Pamela Gidley is "Blue Bayou" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Pamela Gidley acted in?
Pamela Gidley has been featured in at least 35 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Pamela Gidley?
Other notable films include "Goodbye, Casanova", "Scratch the Surface", and "Liar's Poker".