Eleanor Powell
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Eleanor Torrey Powell (November 21, 1912 – February 11, 1982) was an American film actress and dancer of the 1930s and 1940s, known for her exuberant solo tap dancing. Description above from the Wikipedia article Eleanor Powell, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Eleanor Powell Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Eleanor Powell reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 30 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Eleanor Powell's work falls within the Music genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 23% of Eleanor Powell'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 That's Entertainment!, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Eleanor Powell Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Eleanor Powell's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Eleanor Powell has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | Classic Movie Bloopers: Uncensored | Self (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | Cole Porter in Hollywood: Begin the Beguine | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | That's Entertainment! III | (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Dance Crazy in Hollywood | Self - Actress (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | James Stewart: A Wonderful Life | Self (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 1985 | That's Dancing! | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | That's Entertainment, Part II | (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | It's Showtime | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | Brother, Can You Spare a Dime? | Self (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 1975 | The Lion Roars Again | Self (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1974 | That's Entertainment! | (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Have Faith in Our Children | Herself | Flop | Similar → |
| 1950 | Duchess of Idaho | Eleanor Powell | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Great Morgan | Film Character (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Sensations of 1945 | Virginia 'Ginny' Walker | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Thousands Cheer | Eleanor Powell | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | I Dood It | Miss Constance 'Connie' Shaw | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Ship Ahoy | Tallulah Winters | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Lady Be Good | Marilyn Marsh | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | A New Romance of Celluloid: The Miracle of Sound | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Hollywood: Style Center of the World | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Broadway Melody of 1940 | Clare Bennett | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Screen Snapshots Series 18, No. 8 | Eleanor Powell | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Honolulu | Miss Dorothy 'Dot' March | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Rosalie | Princess Rosalie Romanikov | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Broadway Melody of 1938 | Sally Lee | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Born to Dance | Nora Paige | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Broadway Melody of 1936 | Irene Foster | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | George White's 1935 Scandals | Marilyn | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | Queen High | Party Guest / Dancer (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
Eleanor Powell - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Eleanor Powell?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Eleanor Powell is "That's Entertainment!" with a rating of 7.4/10.
How many movies has Eleanor Powell acted in?
Eleanor Powell has been featured in at least 30 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Eleanor Powell?
Other notable films include "That's Entertainment! III", "It's Showtime", and "That's Dancing!".