Anne Gwynne
ActingAbout Anne Gwynne
Anne Gwynne was signed by Universal Pictures when she was 20 yrs old, and co-starred in "Flash Gordon Conquers the Universe" with Buster Crabbe soon thereafter . Over the next years, Miss Gwynne would be featured in some thirty-eight Universal films, and become one of the studio’s most recognizable stars. She co-starred in an additional 20 films, for MGM, Allied Artists, and RKO Pictures among other studios. Anne Gwynne co-starred in what was the first filmed dramatic series for television, 1947-1948's "Public Prosecutor", filming 26 episodes for NBC (also known as "Crawford Mystery Theatre"). Anne Gwynne's motion picture and television career spanned the years 1939 through 1970.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Anne Gwynne reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Anne Gwynne's filmography leans towards the Comedy 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 4% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Anne Gwynne remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Call of the Klondike, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Anne Gwynne Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Anne Gwynne's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Anne Gwynne.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1970 | Adam at Six A.M. | Mrs. Gaines | Flop | Similar → |
| 1966 | Peril from the Planet Mongo | Sonja | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Teenage Monster | Ruth Cannon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | Breakdown | Candy Allen | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | King of the Bullwhip | Jane Kerrigan | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Call of the Klondike | Nancy Craig | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Blazing Sun | Kitty Kelly | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | Arson, Inc. | Jane Jennings | Flop | Similar → |
| 1948 | Panhandle | June O'Carroll | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Dick Tracy Meets Gruesome | Tess Trueheart | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Ghost Goes Wild | Phyllis Beecher | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | Killer Dill | Judy Parker | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Glass Alibi | Belle Martin | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | Fear | Eileen Stevens | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | I Ring Doorbells | Brooke Peters | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | House of Frankenstein | Rita Hussman | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Murder in the Blue Room | Nan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | Babes on Swing Street | Frances Carlyle | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | To the People of the United States | Nurse (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Moon Over Las Vegas | Marion Corbett | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | Weird Woman | Paula Clayton Reed | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Ladies Courageous | Gerry Vail | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Top Man | Pat Warren | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Frontier Badmen | Chris Prentice | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | We've Never Been Licked | Nina Lambert | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Sin Town | Laura Kirby | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Men of Texas | Jane Baxter Scott | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Broadway | Pearl | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Strange Case of Doctor Rx | Kit Logan Church | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Jail House Blues | Doris Daniels | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Don't Get Personal | Susan Blair | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Road Agent | Patricia Leavitt | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Melody Lane | Patricia Reynolds | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Ride 'Em Cowboy | Anne Shaw | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Mob Town | Marion Barker | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Black Cat | Elaine Winslow | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Washington Melodrama | Mary Morgan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Nice Girl? | Sylvia Dana | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Give Us Wings | Julie Mason | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Spring Parade | Jenny | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Bad Man from Red Butte | Tibby Mason | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Sandy Is a Lady | Millie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Black Friday | Jean Sovac | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | It's a Date | Society Girl (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Flash Gordon Conquers the Universe | Sonja | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Honeymoon Deferred | Cecile Blades | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Green Hornet | Josephine Weaver (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Charlie McCarthy, Detective | Miss Larkin, Charlie's Nurse | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Big Guy | Joan's Friend (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Man from Montreal | Doris Blair | Flop | Similar → |
Anne Gwynne - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Anne Gwynne?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Anne Gwynne is "Call of the Klondike" with a rating of 7.0/10.
How many movies has Anne Gwynne acted in?
Anne Gwynne has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Anne Gwynne?
Other notable films include "Spring Parade", "The Black Cat", and "House of Frankenstein".