Carol Forman
ActingAbout Carol Forman
Alabama native Carol Forman (born Maude Carolyn Sawls) began acting as a child in school plays. While a teenager, her family moved to Memphis. By the mid-1940s, she found her way to Los Angeles, where she began appearing in small community theatre productions. This eventually led to a movie contract in 1946. Forman went to appear in feature films and movie serials where she was best known for playing villains such as the titular role of Sombra in "The Black Widow" (1947).
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Carol Forman 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: Crime
The majority of Carol Forman's filmography leans towards the Crime 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 5% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Carol Forman remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Desperate, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Carol Forman Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Carol Forman's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Carol Forman.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1961 | Ada | Newspaper Woman | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | By the Light of the Silvery Moon | Dangerous Dora (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Blackhawk | Laska | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Oh! Susanna | Blonde (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | Brothers in the Saddle | Flora Trigby | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | Federal Agents vs. Underworld, Inc. | Nila | Flop | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Feathered Serpent | Sonia Cabot | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Superman | The Spider Lady | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Docks of New Orleans | Nita Aguirre | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Brick Bradford | Queen Khana | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Black Widow | Sombra, The Black Widow | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | Under the Tonto Rim | Juanita | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Desperate | Mrs. Henry Roberts (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Honeymoon | Nurse (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Wife Tames Wolf | Female Character | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | Code of the West | Milly | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | San Quentin | Ruthie | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Falcon's Adventure | Helen Ray | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Nocturne | Receptionist (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Follow That Blonde | Woman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | Follow That Blonde | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | From This Day Forward | Counselor in Unemployment Office | Flop | Similar → |
Carol Forman - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Carol Forman?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Carol Forman is "Desperate" with a rating of 6.5/10.
How many movies has Carol Forman acted in?
Carol Forman has been featured in at least 22 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Carol Forman?
Other notable films include "Ada", "Honeymoon", and "San Quentin".