Thordis Brandt
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Thordis Brandt is a German-born American actress. Thordis Brandt was born in Germany of Norwegian and German parents. She moved to Canada as a young girl and was raised initially at a farm in St. Norbert, Winnipeg, then moved to a mink ranch in Bella Coola, British Columbia, then to Vancouver in 1958. In 1963, Thordis graduated as a registered nurse from St. Paul's Hospital School of Nursing. She moved to Santa Monica, California where she continued to practice her nursing in private duty. One of her jobs in private duty was serving actress Patricia Neal. Ms. Neal recommended Thordis to other actors and actresses and Thordis became known as the "actor's nurse". Thordis began her career as a nurse advisor in Ben Casey where she made appearances on the show. After retiring from acting, she continued nursing in Beverly Hills.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Thordis Brandt 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: Comedy
The majority of Thordis Brandt'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 19% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Thordis Brandt remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Funny Girl, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Thordis Brandt Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Thordis Brandt's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Thordis Brandt.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1970 | Up Your Teddy Bear | Debra Sur | Flop | Similar → |
| 1970 | Myra Breckinridge | Whip-Cracking Masseuse (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1969 | The Good Guys and the Bad Guys | Babe (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | The Naked Witch | Anastasia | Flop | Similar → |
| 1969 | Dragnet | Carol Freeman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1968 | The Split | Police Clerk (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | Live a Little, Love a Little | Blonde (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1968 | Funny Girl | Ziegfeld Girl | Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | The Helicopter Spies | Miss Zalamar | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | Doctor, You've Got to Be Kidding! | Cigarette Girl | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | In Like Flint | Amazon #6 | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | Warning Shot | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | Spinout | Bit Girl (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | Nevada Smith | Saloon Girl | Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Last of the Secret Agents? | Fred Johnson, GGI Agent | Flop | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Oscar | Actress | Flop | Similar → |
Thordis Brandt - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Thordis Brandt?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Thordis Brandt is "Funny Girl" with a rating of 7.2/10.
How many movies has Thordis Brandt acted in?
Thordis Brandt has been featured in at least 16 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Thordis Brandt?
Other notable films include "The Split", "Nevada Smith", and "Warning Shot".