Charmian Carr - Actor Profile

Charmian Carr

Acting
Freshness: Jan 25, 2026
3Total Films
8.0 Highest Rated
Born: Dec 27, 1942
Birth Place: Woodland Hills, California, USA

About Charmian Carr

Charmian Carr (born Charmian Anne Farnon; December 27, 1942 – September 17, 2016) was an American actress best known for her role as Liesl, the eldest von Trapp daughter in the 1965 film version of The Sound of Music.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Charmian Carr reveals a career defined by exceptional commercial consistency. With a total of 3 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Charmian Carr'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 100% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Charmian Carr remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Salzburg Sight and Sound, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Charmian Carr Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Charmian Carr's career based on audience ratings.

★8.0
Salzburg Sight and Sound (1965) movie poster
★8.0

Salzburg Sight and Sound: Charmian Carr, who played Liesl in The Sound of Music, takes a tour of the Austrian town of Salzburg, where the location

Salzburg Sight and Sound

1965•Documentary
★7.7
The Sound of Music (1965) movie poster
★7.7

The Sound of Music: In the years before World War II, a tomboyish postulant at an Austrian abbey is hired as a governess in the home of a wi

The Sound of Music

1965•Drama
★7.3
Evening Primrose (1966) movie poster
★7.3

Evening Primrose: A man becomes part of a secret society of people who live in a department store and quickly falls in love with their lea

Evening Primrose

1966•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Charmian Carr.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1966 Evening Primrose Ella Harkins Hit Similar →
1965 The Sound of Music Liesl von Trapp Super Hit Similar →
1965 Salzburg Sight and Sound Self - narrator Super Hit Similar →

Charmian Carr - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Charmian Carr?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Charmian Carr is "Salzburg Sight and Sound" with a rating of 8.0/10.

How many movies has Charmian Carr acted in?

Charmian Carr has been featured in at least 3 major films throughout their career.