
Diana Lynn
ActingAbout Diana Lynn
She was a child prodigy, pianist, at age 10, and her first movie role was one of the children in, "They Shall Have Music" (1939). You see her playing the piano. She made another movie using her 'real name' - Dolly in, "There's Magic in Music" (1941). She signed a long term contract with Paramount in 1942, and had her named changed to Diana Lynn. She had good roles in, "The Major, and the Minor" (1942); "The Miracle of Morgan's Creek", and, "Our Hearts Were Young, and Gay" - both in 1944. She had fewer roles as she matured; she did do, "Bedtime for Bonzo" (1951), but had a nice career on TV shows. She died of a stroke when she was making a comeback in film. Her marriages were from 1948 to 1954 to architect John C. Lindsay; no children; then in December 6,1956, she married Mortimer C.Hall, president of L.A. radio station, KLAC. His mother was Dorothy Schiff, publisher then of the 'New York Post'. She had four children with him between 1958, and 1964. They moved to New York City so he could assume a post on his mother's paper. She passed away on December 18, 1971 of a stroke / brain hemorrhage in Los Angeles.
Diana Lynn Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Diana Lynn 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 Diana Lynn's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 26% of Diana Lynn'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 Forbidden Area, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Diana Lynn Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Diana Lynn's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Diana Lynn has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1970 | Company of Killers | Edwina DeSalles | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | A Marriage of Strangers | Louise Benedict Shoemaker | Flop | Similar → |
| 1957 | A Sound of Different Drummers | Susan Ward | Flop | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Star Wagon | Martha Minch | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | Forbidden Area | Catherine Hume | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | You're Never Too Young | Nancy Collins | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Kentuckian | Susie Spann | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | An Annapolis Story | Peggy Lord | Flop | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Thief | Marie-Louise Voyson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1954 | Track of the Cat | Gwen Williams | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Plunder of the Sun | Julie Barnes | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Meet Me at the Fair | Zerelda Wing | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | The People Against O'Hara | Virginia 'Ginny' Curtayne | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Bedtime for Bonzo | Jane | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Peggy | Peggy Brookfield | Flop | Similar → |
| 1950 | My Friend Irma Goes West | Jane Stacy | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Rogues of Sherwood Forest | Lady Marianne de Beaudray | Flop | Similar → |
| 1950 | Paid in Full | Nancy Langley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Edgar Bergen with Charlie McCarthy | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | My Friend Irma | Jane Stacy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Every Girl Should Be Married | Julie Hudson | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Texas, Brooklyn & Heaven | Perry Dunklin | Flop | Similar → |
| 1948 | Ruthless | Martha Burnside / Mallory Flagg | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Variety Girl | Diana Lynn | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Easy Come, Easy Go | Connie Donovan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | Our Hearts Were Growing Up | Emily Kimbrough | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Bride Wore Boots | Mary Lou Medford | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Hollywood Victory Caravan | Diana Lynn | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | Duffy's Tavern | Diana Lynn | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Out of This World | Betty Miller | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Our Hearts Were Young and Gay | Emily Kimbrough | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Miracle of Morgan's Creek | Emmy Kockenlocker | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | And the Angels Sing | Josie Angel | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Henry Aldrich Plays Cupid | Phyllis Michael | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Henry Aldrich Gets Glamour | Phyllis Michael | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Major and the Minor | Lucy Hill | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Star Spangled Rhythm | Diana Lynn (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Hard-Boiled Canary | Dolly Loehr | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | They Shall Have Music | Pianist (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
Diana Lynn - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Diana Lynn?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Diana Lynn is "Forbidden Area" with a rating of 7.5/10.
How many movies has Diana Lynn acted in?
Diana Lynn has been featured in at least 39 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Diana Lynn?
Other notable films include "Our Hearts Were Young and Gay", "Out of This World", and "The Major and the Minor".



