Rachel Melvin
ActingAbout Rachel Melvin
Rachel Melvin is an American actress. She is best known for her roles as Chelsea Brady on Days of Our Lives and as Penny in Dumb and Dumber To. Melvin landed her first acting job in the 2005 independent film Boo. She later won the role of Georgia LaMarque, a French girl whom Bo and Billie had been falsely led to believe was their daughter on the NBC soap opera Days of our Lives, but only appeared in five episodes. Months later, she took over the role of Chelsea Brady (originally portrayed by Mandy Musgrave). She and her dog were seen on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, when she was randomly interviewed at a gas station for a segment. Melvin has also guest-starred on Summerland, Jack & Bobby and 8 Simple Rules. With her family, she has also appeared on Family Feud. In 2010, Melvin starred as Kaia in Seven Deadly Sins which premiered on Lifetime alongside Dreama Walker. The first part premiered on May 23 while the second part premiered on May 24, 2010. In 2011, Melvin appeared in episodes of House M.D. and Castle. In 2014, Melvin appeared as Penny Pinchelow in Dumb and Dumber To, portrayed Mary in Zombeavers, and Sarah in the drama thriller film Madtown. She appeared in the final season of MTV's Awkward.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Rachel Melvin reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 14 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Rachel Melvin's filmography leans towards the Comedy 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 14% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Rachel Melvin remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in "That's Awesome!": The Story of 'Dumb and Dumber To', which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Rachel Melvin Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Rachel Melvin's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Rachel Melvin.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | The Thin Line | Courtney-Lynn Stack | Flop | Similar → |
| 2018 | The Rake | Nicole | Flop | Similar → |
| 2018 | Mom and Dad | Jeannie | Flop | Similar → |
| 2017 | The Trouble with Mistletoe | Willa Davis | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | Sleepwalker | Dawn | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | All I Need | Ashley | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | Madtown | Sarah | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | "That's Awesome!": The Story of 'Dumb and Dumber To' | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Backup Boyfriend | Celia | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | Dumb and Dumber To | Penny | Average | Similar → |
| 2014 | Zombeavers | Mary | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | Girlfriend | Actress on Television (voice) (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | The Boneyard Collection | 'Le Petite Sirene' Writer (segment "Cry of the Mummy") | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Boo | Meg | Flop | Similar → |
Rachel Melvin - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Rachel Melvin?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Rachel Melvin is ""That's Awesome!": The Story of 'Dumb and Dumber To'" with a rating of 7.5/10.
How many movies has Rachel Melvin acted in?
Rachel Melvin has been featured in at least 14 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Rachel Melvin?
Other notable films include "The Trouble with Mistletoe", "Girlfriend", and "Madtown".