Doris Merrick

Acting

Freshness: Jan 23, 2026

18Total Films

7.0 Highest Rated

Born: Jun 6, 1919

Birth Place: Chicago, Illinois, USA

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Doris Merrick reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 18 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Doris Merrick'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 17% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Doris Merrick remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Yankee Doodle Dandy, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Doris Merrick Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Doris Merrick's career based on audience ratings.

★7.0

★7.0

Yankee Doodle Dandy: A film of the life of the renowned musical composer, playwright, actor, dancer and singer George M. Cohan.

Yankee Doodle Dandy

1942•Drama

★6.9

★6.9

Heaven Can Wait: Spoiled playboy Henry van Cleve dies and arrives at the entrance to Hell, a final destination he is sure he deserves aft

Heaven Can Wait

1943•Comedy

★6.5

★6.5

Girl Trouble: A South American in New York rents the apartment of a socialite who pretends to be his maid.

Girl Trouble

1942•Comedy

★6.3

The Fighting Stallion (1950) movie poster

★6.3

The Fighting Stallion: Released from a navy hospital following WW II, Lon Evans learns that he faces eventual blindness and returns to his Wyom

The Fighting Stallion

1950•Western

★6.0

★6.0

The Big Noise: During World War II Stan and Ollie find themselves as improbable bodyguards to an eccentric inventor and his strategical

The Big Noise

1944•Comedy

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Doris Merrick.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1955	Interrupted Melody	Nurse (uncredited)	Average	Similar →
1953	The Neanderthal Man	Ruth Marshall	Flop	Similar →
1952	Untamed Women	Sandra	Flop	Similar →
1950	The Fighting Stallion	Jeanne Barton	Average	Similar →
1948	The Counterfeiters	Margo Talbot	Average	Similar →
1947	The Pilgrim Lady	Millicent Rankin	Flop	Similar →
1946	Child of Divorce	Louise Norman	Average	Similar →
1945	Hit the Hay	Sally Mansfield	Flop	Similar →
1945	This Love of Ours	Vivian	Average	Similar →
1945	Sensation Hunters	Julie Rogers	Flop	Similar →
1944	The Big Noise	Evelyn	Average	Similar →
1944	In the Meantime, Darling	Mrs. Macandrews	Average	Similar →
1944	Ladies of Washington	Susan	Average	Similar →
1943	Heaven Can Wait	Nellie Brown - Registered Nurse (uncredited)	Hit	Similar →
1942	Time to Kill	Linda Conquest Murdock	Average	Similar →
1942	That Other Woman	Irene	Average	Similar →
1942	Girl Trouble	Susan	Hit	Similar →
1942	Yankee Doodle Dandy	(uncredited role)	Hit	Similar →

Doris Merrick - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Doris Merrick?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Doris Merrick is "Yankee Doodle Dandy" with a rating of 7.0/10.

How many movies has Doris Merrick acted in?

Doris Merrick has been featured in at least 18 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Doris Merrick?

Other notable films include "Heaven Can Wait", "Girl Trouble", and "The Fighting Stallion".