Polly Draper
ActingAbout Polly Draper
Polly Carey Draper (born June 15, 1955) is an American actress, writer, producer, and director. She has received several awards, including a Writers Guild of America Award (WGA), and is noted for speaking in a "trademark throaty voice." She is best known for her starring role as Ellyn Warren on ABC's drama Thirtysomething (1987–91), her directing debut is The Naked Brothers Band: The Movie, as well as the Nickelodeon musical comedy series The Naked Brothers Band (2007–09).
Polly Draper Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Polly Draper reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 34 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Polly Draper's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 21% of Polly Draper'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 Hudson River Blues, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Polly Draper Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Polly Draper's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Polly Draper has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Little Brother | Gail Duffy | Average | Similar → |
| 2025 | Oh, Hi! | Mom | Average | Similar → |
| 2021 | Love Is Love Is Love | Milly / Marlene (segments "Sailing Lesson" and "Late Lunch") | Flop | Similar → |
| 2021 | Shiva Baby | Debbie | Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | Once Upon a Main Street | Rowena | Average | Similar → |
| 2018 | Stella's Last Weekend | Sally | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | Demolition | Margot Eastwood | Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Jane Wants a Boyfriend | Mom | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | Boots | Suzanne | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | Addiction: A 60's Love Story | Sylvia Bornstein | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | Obvious Child | Nancy | Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | Side Effects | Eileen Spicer | Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | The Empty Room | Kathy | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | Our Idiot Brother | Ellen | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | Too Young to Marry | Beth | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | The Naked Brothers Band: The Movie | Polly Draper | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | A Perfect Fit | Dr. Weiss | Flop | Similar → |
| 2004 | Second Best | Paula | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | Dinner Rush | Natalie Clemente | Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | 18 Shades of Dust | Marilyn | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | The Tic Code | Laura | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | Hudson River Blues | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Always Say Goodbye | Donna Evans | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | Home Song | Claire Gardner | Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Gold Diggers: The Secret of Bear Mountain | Kate Easton | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | The Innocent | Pamela Sutton | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | Schemes | Evelyn Hayes | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | A Million to Juan | Olivia Smith | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | Broken Promises: Taking Emily Back | Ella Sabin | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | Heartbeat | Adrian Towers | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | The Pick-up Artist | Pat, Jack's Colleague | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | Making Mr. Right | Suzy Duncan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Seven Minutes in Heaven | Jeff's Mother | Average | Similar → |
| N/A | Not Dead Yet | Gina Kelman | Flop | Similar → |
Polly Draper - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Polly Draper?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Polly Draper is "Hudson River Blues" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Polly Draper acted in?
Polly Draper has been featured in at least 34 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Polly Draper?
Other notable films include "Shiva Baby", "Dinner Rush", and "Home Song".