Wilma Francis

Acting

Freshness: Jan 24, 2026

12Total Films

6.5 Highest Rated

Born: Mar 26, 1917

Birth Place: New Orleans, Louisiana, USA

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Wilma Francis reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 12 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Wilma Francis'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 8% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Wilma Francis remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Airport, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Wilma Francis Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Wilma Francis's career based on audience ratings.

★6.5

★6.5

Airport: An airport manager tries to keep his terminals open during a snowstorm, while a suicide bomber plots to blow up a Boeing

Airport

1970•Action

★6.3

★6.3

Trade Winds: After committing a murder, Kay assumes a new identity and boards a ship. But, Kay is unaware that Sam, a skirt chasing d

Trade Winds

1938•Romance

★6.0

★6.0

Guest Wife: Christopher Price, a small-town bank executive, continues to be loyal to and idolize his boyhood friend, Joseph Jefferso

Guest Wife

1945•Comedy

★6.0

★6.0

Under Age: Fresh out of reform school, a bunch of delinquent girls fall in with a gang of crooks and are put to work as "hostesses"

Under Age

1941•Crime

★6.0

★6.0

Florida Special: A Florida-bound train is filled with romance and intrigue when one of the passengers disappears while carrying $11-milli

Florida Special

1936•Comedy

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Wilma Francis.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1970	Airport	Elegant Woman Passenger	Hit	Similar →
1967	Hotel	Woman at Airport	Average	Similar →
1945	Guest Wife	Susy	Average	Similar →
1941	Borrowed Hero	Carol Turner	Flop	Similar →
1941	Under Age	Rhoda	Average	Similar →
1940	Stolen Paradise	Jerry Dean	Flop	Similar →
1938	Trade Winds	Judy	Average	Similar →
1937	Bank Alarm	Kay O'Connor	Flop	Similar →
1936	Hideaway Girl	Muriel Courtney	Flop	Similar →
1936	Lady Be Careful	Bernice	Flop	Similar →
1936	And Sudden Death	Nurse	Flop	Similar →
1936	Florida Special	(uncredited)	Average	Similar →

Wilma Francis - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Wilma Francis?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Wilma Francis is "Airport" with a rating of 6.5/10.

How many movies has Wilma Francis acted in?

Wilma Francis has been featured in at least 12 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Wilma Francis?

Other notable films include "Trade Winds", "Guest Wife", and "Under Age".