Louanne Stephens

Acting

Freshness: Jan 30, 2026

16Total Films

6.9 Highest Rated

Birth Place: Dallas, Texas, USA

About Louanne Stephens

Louanne Stephens, a native Texan, has been active in radio, television, films, and theatre for over 35 years. She has extensive film credits including the recent film “Vengeance” with BJ Novak. Louanne’s television credits include the recurring, award-winning role of Grandma Saracen in “Friday Night Lights,” as well as the role of Ruby on “Longmire” for six seasons, and hundreds of commercials. On stage, Louanne has twice been selected as outstanding actress in a major role by the Dallas theatre critics.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Louanne Stephens 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 Louanne Stephens'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 19% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Louanne Stephens remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Mahjong and the West, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Louanne Stephens Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Louanne Stephens's career based on audience ratings.

★6.9

Mahjong and the West (2014) movie poster

★6.9

Mahjong and the West: When a young woman returns to Wyoming to bury her mother, she reunites with her childhood friend, a hard-living rodeo pr

Mahjong and the West

2014•Drama

★6.6

★6.6

Vengeance: A journalist and podcaster from New York City travels to West Texas in order to report on the death of a girl he was hoo

Vengeance

2022•Comedy

★6.5

★6.5

Instinct: In a prison for the criminally insane, deranged anthropologist Ethan Powell is set to be examined by a bright young psyc

Instinct

1999•Drama

★6.3

When Zachary Beaver Came to Town (2003) movie poster

★6.3

When Zachary Beaver Came to Town: Zachary Beaver, a sideshow attraction also known as the world's fattest boy, arrives in the sleepy town of Granger, Texa

When Zachary Beaver Came to Town

2003•Drama

★6.1

★6.1

Blaze: A middle-aged Louisiana governor falls in love with a young stripper, which jeopardizes his political career and the rad

Blaze

1989•Comedy

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Louanne Stephens.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2022	Vengeance	Granny Carole Shaw	Hit	Similar →
2021	What Josiah Saw	Mama Luna	Average	Similar →
2017	Song to Song	Mrs. Gansmer	Average	Similar →
2014	Mahjong and the West	Shirley	Hit	Similar →
2012	Cowgirls n' Angels	Gloria	Average	Similar →
2007	Love and Mary	Peggy Lu	Average	Similar →
2003	When Zachary Beaver Came to Town	-	Average	Similar →
2003	Rolling Kansas	Lady Customer	Flop	Similar →
2000	Dr. T & the Women	Dr. T's Patient	Flop	Similar →
1999	Instinct	Marjorie Powell	Hit	Similar →
1999	Certain Guys	Mrs. Sherman	Flop	Similar →
1998	Finding North	Ethel/Bethel	Flop	Similar →
1992	Bonnie & Clyde: The True Story	Mrs. Barrow	Flop	Similar →
1992	Trial: The Price of Passion	Kitty Marie	Flop	Similar →
1990	A Killing in a Small Town	Claire Meriwether	Flop	Similar →
1989	Blaze	Lora Fleming	Average	Similar →

Louanne Stephens - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Louanne Stephens?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Louanne Stephens is "Mahjong and the West" with a rating of 6.9/10.

How many movies has Louanne Stephens acted in?

Louanne Stephens has been featured in at least 16 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Louanne Stephens?

Other notable films include "Vengeance", "Instinct", and "When Zachary Beaver Came to Town".