Debra Paget
ActingAbout Debra Paget
Debra Paget (born Debralee Griffin; August 19, 1933) is an American actress and entertainer. She is perhaps best known for her performances in Cecil B. DeMille's epic The Ten Commandments (1956) and in Elvis Presley's film debut, Love Me Tender (1956), as well as for the risqué (for the time) snake dance scene in The Indian Tomb (1959).
Debra Paget Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Debra Paget reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 39 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Debra Paget's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 49% of Debra Paget'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 Making of The Ten Commandments, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Debra Paget Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Debra Paget's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Debra Paget has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Elvis: A Life in Music | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2020 | The Dark, Debra | Debra Paget | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | Debra Paget, For Example | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | Elvis Through the Years | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2003 | The Making of The Ten Commandments | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | This Is Elvis | Cathy Reno (archive footage) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| N/A | Beyond Doubt | Woman (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1963 | The Haunted Palace | Ann Ward | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Tales of Terror | Helene ("The Case of M. Valdemar") | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Rome, 1585 | Esmeralda - zingara | Flop | Similar → |
| 1961 | Most Dangerous Man Alive | Linda Marlow | Flop | Similar → |
| 1960 | Cleopatra's Daughter | Shila - Cleopatra's Daughter | Flop | Similar → |
| 1960 | Journey to the Lost City | Seetha | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Why Must I Die | Dottie Manson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | The Indian Tomb | Seetha | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | The Tiger of Eschnapur | Seetha | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | From the Earth to the Moon | Virginia Nicholl | Flop | Similar → |
| 1957 | Omar Khayyam | Sharain | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | The River's Edge | Meg Cameron | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Love Me Tender | Cathy Reno | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Ten Commandments | Lilia | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Last Hunt | Indian girl | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Seven Angry Men | Elizabeth Clark | Flop | Similar → |
| 1955 | White Feather | Appearing Day | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Gambler from Natchez | Melanie Barbee | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Princess of the Nile | Princess Shalimar / Taura the dancer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Demetrius and the Gladiators | Lucia | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Prince Valiant | Ilene | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Stars and Stripes Forever | Lily Becker | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Les Miserables | Cosette | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | Belles on Their Toes | Martha Gilbreth | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Anne of the Indies | Molly LaRochelle | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Fourteen Hours | Ruth | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Bird of Paradise | Kalua | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Broken Arrow | Sonseeahray | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | House of Strangers | Maria Domenico | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | It Happens Every Spring | Alice - College Co-ed (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | It Happens Every Spring | Alice (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Cry of the City | Teena Riconti | Hit | Similar → |
Debra Paget - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Debra Paget?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Debra Paget is "The Making of The Ten Commandments" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Debra Paget acted in?
Debra Paget has been featured in at least 39 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Debra Paget?
Other notable films include "The Ten Commandments", "Fourteen Hours", and "Princess of the Nile".