Betty Lou Keim - Actor Profile

Betty Lou Keim

Acting
Freshness: Jan 29, 2026
6Total Films
6.9 Highest Rated
Born: Sep 27, 1938
Birth Place: Malden, Massachusetts, USA

About Betty Lou Keim

Betty Lou Keim (September 27, 1938 – January 27, 2010) was an American stage, film, and television actress.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Betty Lou Keim reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 6 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Betty Lou Keim'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 33% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Betty Lou Keim remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Some Came Running, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Betty Lou Keim Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Betty Lou Keim's career based on audience ratings.

★6.9
Some Came Running (1958) movie poster
★6.9

Some Came Running: A former novelist returns to his small Midwest town after serving in the Army during WWII, to the chagrin of his social-

Some Came Running

1958•Drama
★6.5
Teenage Rebel (1956) movie poster
★6.5

Teenage Rebel: Nancy Fallon gets her teenage daughter back from her ex-husband when she remarries and must win her love.

Teenage Rebel

1956•Drama
★6.3
These Wilder Years (1956) movie poster
★6.3

These Wilder Years: A man tries to find a son he gave up for adoption years ago.

These Wilder Years

1956•Drama
★6.2
Tragedy in a Temporary Town (1956) movie poster
★6.2

Tragedy in a Temporary Town: Fifteen-year-old girl Dotty Fisher is assaulted at a construction camp. In the wake of this incident, the construction w

Tragedy in a Temporary Town

1956•Drama
★5.5
The Wayward Bus (1957) movie poster
★5.5

The Wayward Bus: Three strangers embark on a life-changing journey on a fateful bus ride. As the road presents challenges, each character

The Wayward Bus

1957•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Betty Lou Keim.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1958 Some Came Running Dawn Hirsh Hit Similar →
1957 The Wayward Bus Norma Average Similar →
1956 Teenage Rebel Dodie McGowan Hit Similar →
1956 These Wilder Years Suzie Average Similar →
1956 Tragedy in a Temporary Town Dotty Fisher Average Similar →
1954 Middle of the Night Phyllis Flop Similar →

Betty Lou Keim - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Betty Lou Keim?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Betty Lou Keim is "Some Came Running" with a rating of 6.9/10.

How many movies has Betty Lou Keim acted in?

Betty Lou Keim has been featured in at least 6 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Betty Lou Keim?

Other notable films include "Teenage Rebel", "These Wilder Years", and "Tragedy in a Temporary Town".