Dorothy Malone
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Dorothy Malone (January 29, 1924 – January 19, 2018) was an American actress. Her film career began in 1943, and, in her early years, she played small roles, mainly in B-movies. After a decade, she began to acquire a more glamorous image, particularly after her role in Written on the Wind (1956), for which she won the Oscar for Best Supporting Actress. Her career reached its peak by the beginning of the 1960s, and she achieved later success with her television role as Constance MacKenzie on Peyton Place from (1964–1968). Less active in her later years, Malone's last screen appearance was in Basic Instinct in 1992. From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Dorothy Malone reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Dorothy Malone'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 28% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Dorothy Malone remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Adventures of Errol Flynn, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Dorothy Malone Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Dorothy Malone's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Dorothy Malone.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | The Adventures of Errol Flynn | Diana Barrymore (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Basic Instinct | Hazel Dobkins | Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | He's Not Your Son | Dr. Sullivan | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | Winter Kills | Emma Kegan | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | Good Luck, Miss Wyckoff | Mildred | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | Murder in Peyton Place | Constance MacKenzie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1964 | Fate Is the Hunter | Lisa Bond (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | Beach Party | Marianne | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | The Last Sunset | Belle Breckenridge | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | The Last Voyage | Laurie Henderson | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | Warlock | Lily Dollar | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Tarnished Angels | LaVerne Shumann | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Tip on a Dead Jockey | Phyllis Tredman | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Quantez | Chaney | Flop | Similar → |
| 1957 | Man of a Thousand Faces | Cleva Creighton Chaney | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Written on the Wind | Marylee Hadley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Tension at Table Rock | Lorna Miller | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Pillars of the Sky | Calla Gaxton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1955 | At Gunpoint | Martha Wright | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Artists and Models | Abigail Parker | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Sincerely Yours | Linda Curtis | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Tall Man Riding | Corinna Ordway | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Battle Cry | Mrs Elaine Yarborough | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Young at Heart | Fran Tuttle | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Private Hell 36 | Francey Farnham | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Security Risk | Donna Weeks | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Pushover | Ann Stewart | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Lone Gun | Charlotte Downing | Flop | Similar → |
| 1954 | Loophole | Ruthie Donovan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Jack Slade | Virginia Maria Dale | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Law and Order | Jeannie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Scared Stiff | Rosie | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Bushwhackers | Cathy Sharpe | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | Saddle Legion | Dr. Ann F. Rollins | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Mrs. O'Malley and Mr. Malone | Lola Gillway | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Killer That Stalked New York | Alice Lorie | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Convicted | Kay Knowland | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Nevadan | Karen Galt | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Colorado Territory | Julie Ann Winslow | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | South of St. Louis | Deborah Miller | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Flaxy Martin | Nora Carson | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | One Sunday Afternoon | Amy Lind | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Two Guys from Texas | Joan Winston | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Big Sleep | Acme Bookstore Proprietress | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Night and Day | Nancy | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Janie Gets Married | Sgt. Spud Lee | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Hollywood Canteen | Junior Hostess (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | One Mysterious Night | Eileen Daley (Uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Show Business | Chorine | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Gildersleeve on Broadway | Model | Average | Similar → |
Dorothy Malone - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Dorothy Malone?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Dorothy Malone is "The Adventures of Errol Flynn" with a rating of 7.8/10.
How many movies has Dorothy Malone acted in?
Dorothy Malone has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Dorothy Malone?
Other notable films include "The Big Sleep", "Hollywood Canteen", and "Colorado Territory".