Bonnie Bonnell

Acting

Freshness: Jan 26, 2026

8Total Films

6.0 Highest Rated

Born: Aug 1, 1905

Birth Place: Thomasville, Georgia, USA

About Bonnie Bonnell

Bonnie Bonnell, born Marion Wright Bonnell (August 1, 1905 – March 14, 1964) was an actress who played "straight woman" in seven early short comedies, most of which featured the Three Stooges when they worked with Ted Healy, between 1933 and 1934.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Bonnie Bonnell reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 8 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Comedy

The majority of Bonnie Bonnell'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 0% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Bonnie Bonnell remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Hello Pop, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Bonnie Bonnell Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Bonnie Bonnell's career based on audience ratings.

★6.0

★6.0

Hello Pop: A stage director is trying to put on a musical/comedy revue, but has to contend with temperamental musicians, an inept s

Hello Pop

1933•Comedy

★5.8

★5.8

Beer and Pretzels: Ted Healy and his Stooges are fired and evicted from a theatre because Ted is annoying women working there. They then ge

Beer and Pretzels

1933•Music

★5.2

★5.2

Nertsery Rhymes: Three boys play are told some "bedtime stories" by their parents.

Nertsery Rhymes

1933•Comedy

★4.7

★4.7

Plane Nuts: Ted Healy and His Stooges alternate mildly risque vaudeville routines with semi-elaborate Berkeleyesque musical numbers

Plane Nuts

1933•Music

★3.3

★3.3

The Big Idea: Ted Healy is the proprietor of the "Big Idea Scenario Company" (Ideas While You Wait). Unfortunately, various visitors t

The Big Idea

1934•Comedy

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Bonnie Bonnell.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2001	The Three Stooges Story	Manager's Wife	Flop	Similar →
1934	The Big Idea	Cleaning Lady	Flop	Similar →
1934	Hollywood on Parade No. B-9	Bonnie	Flop	Similar →
1933	Plane Nuts	Bonny	Flop	Similar →
1933	Hello Pop	Bonnie	Average	Similar →
1933	Beer and Pretzels	Bonny Latour (as Bonny)	Average	Similar →
1933	Nertsery Rhymes	The Good Fairy	Flop	Similar →
1932	Hollywood on Parade	Self	Flop	Similar →

Bonnie Bonnell - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Bonnie Bonnell?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Bonnie Bonnell is "Hello Pop" with a rating of 6.0/10.

How many movies has Bonnie Bonnell acted in?

Bonnie Bonnell has been featured in at least 8 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Bonnie Bonnell?

Other notable films include "Beer and Pretzels", "Nertsery Rhymes", and "Plane Nuts".