Anita Louise
ActingAbout Anita Louise
Anita Louise (born January 9, 1915) was an American actress. She made her acting debut on Broadway at the age of six, and within a year was appearing regularly in Hollywood films. By her late teens she was being cast in leading and supporting roles in major productions. As her stature in Hollywood grew, she was named as a WAMPAS Baby Star. Among her film successes were Madame Du Barry, A Midsummer Night's Dream, The Story of Louis Pasteur, Anthony Adverse, Marie Antoinette, The Sisters, and The Little Princess. By the 1940s, Louise was reduced to minor roles and acted very infrequently until the advent of television in the 1950s provided her with further opportunities. In middle age she played one of her most widely seen roles as the gentle mother on My Friend Flicka.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Anita Louise reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Anita Louise'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 14% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Anita Louise remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Making of a Legend: Gone with the Wind, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Anita Louise Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Anita Louise's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Anita Louise.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | The Making of a Legend: Gone with the Wind | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Retreat, Hell! | Ruth Hansen | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Bulldog Drummond at Bay | Doris Hamilton / Doris Meredith | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Shadowed | Carol Johnson | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Devil's Mask | Janet Mitchell | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Bandit of Sherwood Forest | Lady Catherine Maitland | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | Love Letters | Helen Wentworth | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Fighting Guardsman | Amelie de Montrevel | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Casanova Brown | Madge Ferris | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Nine Girls | Paula Canfield | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Dangerous Blondes | Julie Taylor | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Hedda Hopper’s Hollywood No. 6 | Herself | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Harmon of Michigan | Peggy Adams | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Phantom Submarine | Madeleine Neilson | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Wagons Westward | Phyllis O'Conover | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Reno | Mrs. Joanne Ryder | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | These Glamour Girls | Daphne Graves | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Little Princess | Rose | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Going Places | Ellen Parker | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Sisters | Helen Elliott Johnson | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Marie Antoinette | Princesse de Lamballe | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | My Bill | Muriel Colbrook | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Tovarich | Helene Dupont | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | First Lady | Emmy Page | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | That Certain Woman | Florence 'Flip' Carson Merrick | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Go-Getter | Margaret Ricks | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Call It a Day | Joan Collett | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Green Light | Phyllis Dexter | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Screen Snapshots (Series 16, No. 1) | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Anthony Adverse | Maria | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Story of Louis Pasteur | Annette Pasteur | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | A Dream Comes True | Herself (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Personal Maid's Secret | Diana Abercrombie | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | A Midsummer Night's Dream | Titania | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Lady Tubbs | Wynne Howard | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Firebird | Mariette Pointer | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Judge Priest | Ellie May Gillespie | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | I Give My Love | Lorna March | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Cross Streets | June Grattan | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Most Precious Thing in Life | Patty O'Day | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | Our Betters | Bessie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Phantom of Crestwood | Esther Wren | Average | Similar → |
| 1931 | Millie | Constance 'Connie' Maitland | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | The Great Meadow | Betty Hall | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | Just Like Heaven | Mimi | Average | Similar → |
| 1930 | The Florodora Girl | Younger Vibart Daughter | Flop | Similar → |
| 1929 | The Marriage Playground | Blanca Wheater | Average | Similar → |
| 1928 | A Woman of Affairs | Young Diana (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1928 | 4 Devils | Louise as a girl | Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | The Street of Forgotten Men | Flower Girl (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
Anita Louise - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Anita Louise?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Anita Louise is "The Making of a Legend: Gone with the Wind" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Anita Louise acted in?
Anita Louise has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Anita Louise?
Other notable films include "4 Devils", "The Fighting Guardsman", and "The Story of Louis Pasteur".