Dorothy Vaughan
ActingAbout Dorothy Vaughan
Dorothy Vaughan (November 5, 1890 – March 15, 1955) was an American actress. She appeared in more than 143 films and television. Vaughan is best known for appearing in Slander House (1930), The Ape (1940) and Lady Gangster (1942). She was sometimes credited as Dorothy Vaughn. Description above from the Wikipedia article Dorothy Vaughan (actress), licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Dorothy Vaughan 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 Vaughan'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 46% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Dorothy Vaughan remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in A Criminal Is Born, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Dorothy Vaughan Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Dorothy Vaughan's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Dorothy Vaughan.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1952 | The Merry Widow | Attendant (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Chain Gang | Mrs. Briggs (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Pretty Baby | Subway Commuter (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Rider from Tucson | Mrs. Brigitte O'Rielly | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | I Wouldn't Be in Your Shoes | Mrs. Alvin (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Bishop's Wife | Delia | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Lady from Shanghai | Old Woman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Lured | Mrs. Miller (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Egg and I | Emmy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Sea of Grass | Mrs. Hodges (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Trail to San Antone | The Commodore | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Man I Love | Lucy (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | They Made Me a Killer | Nancy, Henry's wife | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | Up Goes Maisie | Landlady (Uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Adventure | Mrs. Ludlow (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Mummy's Ghost | Ada Blake (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | It Happened Tomorrow | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Moonlight in Vermont | Mrs. Costello | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Hit the Ice | Nurse #1 (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Keep 'Em Slugging | Mrs. Meegan | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Once Upon a Honeymoon | Katie's Mother (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Gentleman Jim | Ma Corbett | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Pride of the Yankees | Eleanor's Landlady (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Magnificent Ambersons | Mrs. Johnson (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Incredible Stranger | Mrs. Brewster (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Lady Gangster | Jenkins | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Go West, Young Lady | Townswoman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | One Foot in Heaven | Mrs. Ehrlich (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Three Girls About Town | Mrs. McDougall, scrubwoman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Manpower | Mrs. Boyle (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Bad Men of Missouri | Mrs. Dalton | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Strawberry Blonde | Woman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Kitty Foyle | Mary (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Foreign Correspondent | Jones' Mother (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | They Drive by Night | Courtroom Matron (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The House Across the Bay | Prisoner's Wife on Ferry | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | First Love | Ollie, Mrs. Clinton's Maid | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Espionage Agent | Stout Woman Bumped by Garrett | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Man in the Iron Mask | Midwife | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Young Mr. Lincoln | Apple Pie Baker (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Calling Dr. Kildare | Mother of Baby Vaughan (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Within the Law | Miss McGuinness - Prison Matron | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Boy Meets Girl | Happy's Nurse | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Chaser | Woman Auto Driver | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | A Criminal Is Born | Martha Wheeler | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Mr. Dodd Takes the Air | Marjorie's Neighbor (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Hoosier Schoolboy | Miss Hodges the School Mistress | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Slim | Older Nurse | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Black Legion | Mrs. Grogan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Love Begins at Twenty | Evalina 'Evie' Gillingwater | Average | Similar → |
Dorothy Vaughan - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Dorothy Vaughan?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Dorothy Vaughan is "A Criminal Is Born" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Dorothy Vaughan acted in?
Dorothy Vaughan has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Dorothy Vaughan?
Other notable films include "First Love", "The Pride of the Yankees", and "The Magnificent Ambersons".