Maxene Andrews
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Maxene Andrews and her sisters, Patty and Laverne, were one of the most successful women's singing groups, with 19 gold records and sales of nearly 100 million copies. The sisters began performing in the early 1930's when the Depression wiped out their father's business. In 1937, the trio of sisters scored their first big hit with 'Bei Mir Bist Du Schoen'. In addition to 'Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy, ' their best-known songs included 'Don't Sit Under the Apple Tree' and 'Rum and Coca Cola'. The trio officially broke up after the death of Laverne in 1967, but temporarily interrupted their feud to star in the 1974 Broadway musical "Over Here!". Ms. Andrews began a solo career in 1979. Her album and its title, were released in 1990, 'Maxene: An Andrews Sister'. Her last performance was on Sunday, October 8th, 1995, in the show 'Swing Time Canteen', at New York City's Blue Angel Theater.
Best Maxene Andrews Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Maxene Andrews's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Maxene Andrews.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | Stars and Stripes: Hollywood and World War II | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Abbott and Costello in the Movies | Archival | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | Disney Animation: The Illusion of Life | Self (as The Andrews Sisters) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1975 | Brother, Can You Spare a Dime? | Self (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Music Land | Singer (archive footage) (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Little Toot | Maxene Andrews (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Melody Time | Maxene Andrews | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Road to Rio | Maxene Andrews | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Make Mine Music | Andrews Sisters (singing voice) (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Johnny Fedora and Alice Blue Bonnet | Voice | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | Her Lucky Night | Maxene Andrews | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | Hollywood Canteen | Self - The Andrews Sisters | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Moonlight and Cactus | Maxene | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | Follow the Boys | Maxene Andrews (as The Andrews Sisters) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | Swingtime Johnny | Maxene Andrews | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Always a Bridesmaid | Maxene Andrews | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | How's About It | Maxene Andrews | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Give Out, Sisters | Maxene Andrews | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Private Buckaroo | Maxene Andrews | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | What's Cookin'? | Maxene Andrews | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Screen Snapshots Series 21 No. 1 | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Hold That Ghost | Maxene Andrews | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | In the Navy | Maxene Andrews | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Buck Privates | Maxene Andrews | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Argentine Nights | Maxene Andrews | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | New Shoes | Herself - The Andrews Sisters | Average | Similar → |
Maxene Andrews - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Maxene Andrews?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Maxene Andrews is "Swingtime Johnny" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has Maxene Andrews acted in?
Maxene Andrews has been featured in at least 26 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Maxene Andrews?
Other notable films include "Hollywood Canteen", "Little Toot", and "Hold That Ghost".