Dorothy Dells

Acting

Freshness: Jan 26, 2026

16Total Films

7.0 Highest Rated

Born: Jul 16, 1928

Birth Place: Medford, Oregon, USA

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Dorothy Dells reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 16 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Dorothy Dells'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 6% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Dorothy Dells remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in When Hell Was in Session, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Dorothy Dells Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Dorothy Dells's career based on audience ratings.

★7.0

When Hell Was in Session (1979) movie poster

★7.0

When Hell Was in Session: This film describes Navy Commander Jeremiah Denton's 7-and-a-half years as a prisoner of war. Held in numerous, brutal P

When Hell Was in Session

1979•Drama

★6.2

★6.2

Death Warrant: Canadian policeman Louis Burke is assigned in a jail to investigate the murders of prisoners and jailors. While there, L

Death Warrant

1990•Action

★6.1

The Scarlett O'Hara War (1980) movie poster

★6.1

The Scarlett O'Hara War: The trials and tribulations of David O. Selznick as he attempts to find an actress to play the role of Scarlett O'Hara i

The Scarlett O'Hara War

1980•Drama

★5.4

Summer Dreams: The Story of The Beach Boys (1990) movie poster

★5.4

Summer Dreams: The Story of The Beach Boys: Dramatization looks at the tumultuous relationship that existed between rock group The Beach Boy's Brian and Dennis Wils

Summer Dreams: The Story of The Beach Boys

1990•TV Movie

★5.1

★5.1

An Eye for an Eye: Sean Kane is forced to resign from the San Francisco Police Department's Narcotics Division when he goes berserk after h

An Eye for an Eye

1981•Adventure

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Dorothy Dells.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1993	Brain Smasher... A Love Story	Miss Bellows	Flop	Similar →
1993	Arcade	Mrs. Weaver	Flop	Similar →
1990	Death Warrant	Helen Vogler	Average	Similar →
1990	Summer Dreams: The Story of The Beach Boys	Audree Wilson	Flop	Similar →
1985	Echo Park	Consulate Secretary	Flop	Similar →
1985	Love, Mary	Beatrice Symes	Flop	Similar →
1985	Challenge of a Lifetime	Dr. Jackson	Flop	Similar →
1983	Another Woman's Child	Nurse	Flop	Similar →
1982	Marian Rose White	Miss Simms	Flop	Similar →
1981	An Eye for an Eye	Cab driver	Flop	Similar →
1980	The Scarlett O'Hara War	Myron Selznick's Secretary (uncredited)	Average	Similar →
1980	The Boy Who Drank Too Much	Duty Nurse	Flop	Similar →
1979	When Hell Was in Session	Woman Shopper	Hit	Similar →
1978	Outside Chance	O'Brien's Secretary	Flop	Similar →
1975	They Only Come Out at Night	Woman Pharmacist	Flop	Similar →
1974	Can Ellen Be Saved?	Phone Operator (voice)	Flop	Similar →

Dorothy Dells - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Dorothy Dells?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Dorothy Dells is "When Hell Was in Session" with a rating of 7.0/10.

How many movies has Dorothy Dells acted in?

Dorothy Dells has been featured in at least 16 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Dorothy Dells?

Other notable films include "Death Warrant", "The Scarlett O'Hara War", and "Summer Dreams: The Story of The Beach Boys".