Evelyn Ankers
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Evelyn Felisa Ankers (August 17, 1918 - August 29, 1985) was an American actress best known for playing roles in American horror films during the 1940s.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Evelyn Ankers 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 Evelyn Ankers'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 22% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Evelyn Ankers remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Dracula: A Cinematic Scrapbook, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Evelyn Ankers Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Evelyn Ankers's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Evelyn Ankers.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | The American Nightmare | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | Monster by Moonlight! The Immortal Saga of 'The Wolf Man' | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Dracula: A Cinematic Scrapbook | Claire Caldwell (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Frankenstein: A Cinematic Scrapbook | Elsa (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Dark Stranger | Ruth McCabe | Flop | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Texan Meets Calamity Jane | Calamity Jane | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Adventure of the Speckled Band | Miss Stoner | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | Tarzan's Magic Fountain | Gloria James | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Parole, Inc. | Jojo Dumont | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Lone Wolf in London | Iris Chatham | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Last of the Redmen | Alice Munro | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | Spoilers of the North | Laura Reed | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | Flight to Nowhere | Catherine Forrest | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | Black Beauty | Evelyn Carrington | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | Queen of Burlesque | Crystal McCoy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | The French Key | Janet Morgan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Fatal Witness | Priscilla Ames | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Frozen Ghost | Maura Daniel | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Pearl of Death | Naomi Drake | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Invisible Man's Revenge | Julie Herrick | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Jungle Woman | Beth Mason | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | Follow the Boys | Evelyn Ankers (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | Pardon My Rhythm | Julia Munson | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Weird Woman | Illona Carr | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Ladies Courageous | Wilhelmina Van Kronk | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | His Butler's Sister | Elizabeth Campbell | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Mad Ghoul | Isabel Lewis | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | You're a Lucky Fellow, Mr. Smith | Lynn Smith | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Son of Dracula | Claire Caldwell | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Crazy House | Cameo Appearance | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Hers to Hold | Flo Simpson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Captive Wild Woman | Beth Colman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Keep 'Em Slugging | Sheila | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Great Impersonation | Lady Muriel Dominey | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Sherlock Holmes and the Voice of Terror | Kitty | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Pierre of the Plains | Celia Wellsby | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Eagle Squadron | Nancy Mitchell | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Ghost of Frankenstein | Elsa Frankenstein | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | North to the Klondike | Mary Sloan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Wolf Man | Gwen Conliffe | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Burma Convoy | Ann McBragel | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Hold That Ghost | Norma Lind | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Hit the Road | Patience Ryan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Over the Moon | Sanitarium Patient (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Villiers Diamond | Joan Raymond | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Murder in the Family | Dorothy Osborne | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Second Thoughts | Molly Frame | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Fire Over England | Lady-in-Waiting | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Wings of the Morning | Party Guest | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Rembrandt | Party Girl (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
Evelyn Ankers - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Evelyn Ankers?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Evelyn Ankers is "Dracula: A Cinematic Scrapbook" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Evelyn Ankers acted in?
Evelyn Ankers has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Evelyn Ankers?
Other notable films include "The Pearl of Death", "His Butler's Sister", and "The Wolf Man".