Melissa Ordway

Acting

Freshness: Jan 24, 2026

22Total Films

7.6 Highest Rated

Born: Mar 31, 1983

Birth Place: Atlanta, Georgia, USA

About Melissa Ordway

Melissa Pam Gaston is an American actress and model. She has been featured in campaigns by a number of major brands including Skechers, Old Navy, David's Bridal, Anchor Blue and Tilly's. She is best known for portraying Abby Newman on the CBS soap opera The Young and the Restless.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Melissa Ordway reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 22 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Melissa Ordway'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 18% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Melissa Ordway remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Bones, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Melissa Ordway Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Melissa Ordway's career based on audience ratings.

★7.6

★7.6

Bones: The heart breaking coming of age story of four teens growing up in 1989 blue collar New York, and the bond that would ti

Bones

2010•Drama

★7.2

★7.2

The Last Song: A drama centered on a rebellious girl who is sent to a Southern beach town for the summer to stay with her father. Throu

The Last Song

2010•Drama

★7.0

★7.0

In Time: In the not-too-distant future, the aging gene has been switched off. To avoid overpopulation, time has become the curren

In Time

2011•Action

★6.9

★6.9

Odd Thomas: In a California desert town, a short-order cook with clairvoyant abilities encounters a mysterious man with a link to da

Odd Thomas

2013•Mystery

★6.4

★6.4

Ted: John Bennett, a man whose childhood wish of bringing his teddy bear to life came true, now must decide between keeping t

Ted

2012•Comedy

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Melissa Ordway.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2020	The Christmas Sitters	The mother	Average	Similar →
2020	Another Mother	Sierra	Flop	Similar →
2018	Con Man	Mindy (uncredited)	Flop	Similar →
2015	The Outsider	Samantha	Flop	Similar →
2013	Ghost Phone	Amanda	Average	Similar →
2013	Amelia's 25th	Loralei	Flop	Similar →
2013	Channeling	Victoria	Flop	Similar →
2013	The Incredible Burt Wonderstone	Reporter in Las Vegas	Average	Similar →
2013	Odd Thomas	Lysette Spinelli	Hit	Similar →
2012	Ted	Michelle	Average	Similar →
2011	Miami Magma	Emily Vitrini	Average	Similar →
2011	A Very Harold & Kumar Christmas	Gracie	Average	Similar →
2011	In Time	Leila	Hit	Similar →
2011	Escapee	Renee Sanders	Flop	Similar →
2011	Elektra Luxx	Sabrina Capri	Flop	Similar →
2010	Tales of an Ancient Empire	Princess Tanis	Flop	Similar →
2010	Bones	Samantha Reeves	Super Hit	Similar →
2010	The Last Song	Ashley	Hit	Similar →
2009	Miss March	Gorgeous Girl	Average	Similar →
2009	17 Again	Lauren	Average	Similar →
2009	Xtra Credit	Lindsey	Flop	Similar →
2006	Friendly Fire	Roller Godess	Flop	Similar →

Melissa Ordway - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Melissa Ordway?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Melissa Ordway is "Bones" with a rating of 7.6/10.

How many movies has Melissa Ordway acted in?

Melissa Ordway has been featured in at least 22 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Melissa Ordway?

Other notable films include "The Last Song", "In Time", and "Odd Thomas".