Nina van Pallandt
ActingAbout Nina van Pallandt
Nina van Pallandt (born Nina Magdelena; 15 July 1932) is a Danish retired actress. She was first a celebrated folk singer in Europe, together with her husband, Baron Frederik van Pallandt. They split up in 1969 and after a brief solo carrier as singer she ended up in Hollywood, appearing in several Robert Altman movies, as well as various TV series. She is also famous as the mistress of hoaxer Clifford Irving, who went to jail when his biography of Howard Hughes proved to be a fake.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Nina van Pallandt reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 19 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Nina van Pallandt'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 16% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Nina van Pallandt remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Long Goodbye, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Nina van Pallandt Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Nina van Pallandt's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Nina van Pallandt.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | Time Out | Lucy's mother | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | The Way They Were | Elena | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | O.C. and Stiggs | Clare Dejavue | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Second Serve | Danielle | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | Jungle Warriors | Joanna Quinn | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | The Sword and the Sorcerer | Malia | Average | Similar → |
| 1981 | Cutter's Way | Woman in the Hotel | Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | Cloud Dancer | Caroline Sheldon | Average | Similar → |
| 1980 | American Gigolo | Anne | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | Quintet | Deuca | Flop | Similar → |
| 1979 | Diary of a Young Comic | Herself | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | A Wedding | Regina Corelli | Average | Similar → |
| 1975 | Guilty or Innocent: The Sam Sheppard Murder Case | Ilse Brandt | Flop | Similar → |
| 1975 | Assault on Agathon | Maria Christopherous | Flop | Similar → |
| 1973 | F for Fake | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | The Long Goodbye | Eileen Wade | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Mandolins and Moonlight | Karin Gustafsson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | Kærlighedens melodi | Susanne 'Susy' Friis | Flop | Similar → |
| 1958 | Verdens rigeste pige | Lisa Hoffman | Average | Similar → |
Nina van Pallandt - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Nina van Pallandt?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Nina van Pallandt is "The Long Goodbye" with a rating of 7.4/10.
How many movies has Nina van Pallandt acted in?
Nina van Pallandt has been featured in at least 19 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Nina van Pallandt?
Other notable films include "F for Fake", "Cutter's Way", and "American Gigolo".