Cathleen Cordell
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Cathleen Cordell (May 21, 1915 – August 19, 1997) was an American film and television actress. Cordell was born in Brooklyn, New York. Cordell moved to England and then France, in order to begin her childhood education. She died on August 19, 1997, in Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, California, she was 82. Apparently, according to the Internet Movie Database, Cordell's cause of death was emphysema. Her burial is unknown. Description above from the Wikipedia article Cathleen Cordell, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia
Cathleen Cordell Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Cathleen Cordell reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 15 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Cathleen Cordell's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 60% of Cathleen Cordell's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains The Return of the Living Dead, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Cathleen Cordell Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Cathleen Cordell's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Cathleen Cordell has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | The Return of the Living Dead | Colonel's Wife | Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | Dark Mirror | Mrs. Bennett | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | Pleasure Palace | English Woman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | The Gong Show Movie | Lady in Elevator | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | Black Beauty | Duchess/Black Beauty's Mother (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | 5 Weeks in a Balloon | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | Oliver Twist | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1971 | Banyon | Mrs. Fontaine | Flop | Similar → |
| 1970 | Airport | Mrs. Donovan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | M*A*S*H | Capt. Peterson - Nurse Corps (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | Star! | Vendeuse (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | The Unsinkable Molly Brown | Passenger (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Major Barbara | Mog Habbijam | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Gaslight | Nancy the Parlour Maid | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Hey! Hey! USA | Susan | Hit | Similar → |
Cathleen Cordell - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Cathleen Cordell?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Cathleen Cordell is "The Return of the Living Dead" with a rating of 7.2/10.
How many movies has Cathleen Cordell acted in?
Cathleen Cordell has been featured in at least 15 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Cathleen Cordell?
Other notable films include "Gaslight", "Hey! Hey! USA", and "M*A*S*H".