Gloria Holden
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From Wikipedia Gloria Anna Holden (September 5, 1903 – March 22, 1991) was an English-born American film actress, best known for her 1936 role as Dracula's Daughter in the film of the same title.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Gloria Holden reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 37 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Gloria Holden's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 35% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Gloria Holden remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Dracula: A Cinematic Scrapbook, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Gloria Holden Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Gloria Holden's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Gloria Holden.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | The Many Faces of Dracula | Countess Marya Zaleska (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | Dracula: A Cinematic Scrapbook | Countess Marya Zaleska (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Auntie Mame | Guest at Garden Party (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | This Happy Feeling | Mrs. Dover | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Eddy Duchin Story | Mrs. Duchin | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Dream Wife | Mrs. Jean Landwell | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | Has Anybody Seen My Gal? | Clarissa Pennock | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | A Kiss for Corliss | Mrs. Janet Archer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Sickle or the Cross | Louise Cannon | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Perilous Waters | Mrs. Ferris | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | Killer McCoy | Mrs. Laura McCoy | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Hucksters | Mrs. Kimberly | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Undercover Maisie | Mrs. Jane Canford | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Sister Kenny | Mrs. McDonnell (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Hit the Hay | Mimi Valdez | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | Strange Holiday | Mrs. Jean Stevenson | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Girl of the Limberlost | Miss Nelson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | Adventures of Rusty | Louise Hover | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Having Wonderful Crime | Phyllis Gray (as Anje Berens) | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Behind the Rising Sun | Sara Braden | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Apache Trail | Mrs. James V. Thorne | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Miss Annie Rooney | Mrs. White | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | A Gentleman After Dark | Miss Clark | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Don't Talk | Beulah Anderson aka Beulah Binvicko | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Corsican Brothers | Countess Franchi | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Passage from Hong Kong | Madame Wrangell | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | This Thing Called Love | Genevieve Hooper | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | A Child Is Born | Mrs. Kempner | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Miracles for Sale | Madame Rapport | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Dodge City | Mrs. Cole | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Girls' School | Miss Laurel | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Test Pilot | Mrs. May Benson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Hawaii Calls | Mrs. Milburn | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Man Without a Country | Marian Morgan | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Life of Emile Zola | Alexandrine Zola | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Dracula's Daughter | Countess Marya Zaleska (Dracula's Daughter) | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Wife vs. Secretary | Joan Carstairs | Hit | Similar → |
Gloria Holden - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Gloria Holden?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Gloria Holden is "Dracula: A Cinematic Scrapbook" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Gloria Holden acted in?
Gloria Holden has been featured in at least 37 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Gloria Holden?
Other notable films include "Undercover Maisie", "This Thing Called Love", and "Auntie Mame".