Evelyn Venable
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Evelyn Venable (October 18, 1913 – November 15, 1993) was an American actress. In addition to starring in several films in the 1930s and 1940s, she is notable as the voice and model for the Blue Fairy in the Walt Disney's Pinocchio. For her work in motion pictures, Venable has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame at 1500 Vine Street. Description above from the Wikipedia article Evelyn Venable, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Evelyn Venable Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Evelyn Venable reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 27 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Evelyn Venable's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 22% of Evelyn Venable'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 Vagabond Lady, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Evelyn Venable Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Evelyn Venable's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Evelyn Venable has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1961 | The 10 from Texas | (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | He Hired the Boss | Emily Conway | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Lady in a Jam | Dr. Enright’s Patient (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Lucky Cisco Kid | Emily Lawrence | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Pinocchio | The Blue Fairy (voice) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Heritage of the Desert | Miriam Naab | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Frontiersmen | June Lake | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Headleys at Home | Pamela Headley | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Female Fugitive | Peggy Mallory, aka Ann Williams | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Hollywood Stadium Mystery | Pauline Ward | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | My Old Kentucky Home | Lisbeth Calvert | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Racketeers in Exile | Myrtle Thornton | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Happy Go Lucky | Mary Gorham | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | North of Nome | Camilla Bridle | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Star for a Night | Anna Lind | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Beautiful Dreamer | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Harmony Lane | Susan Pentland | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Streamline Express | Patricia Wallace | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Alice Adams | Mildred 'Georgette' Palmer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Vagabond Lady | Josephine Spiggins | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Little Colonel | Elizabeth Lloyd Sherman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | The County Chairman | Lucy Rigby | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | Mrs. Wiggs of the Cabbage Patch | Lucy Olcott | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Double Door | Anne Darrow | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Death Takes a Holiday | Grazia | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | David Harum | Ann | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Cradle Song | Teresa | Flop | Similar → |
Evelyn Venable - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Evelyn Venable?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Evelyn Venable is "Vagabond Lady" with a rating of 7.2/10.
How many movies has Evelyn Venable acted in?
Evelyn Venable has been featured in at least 27 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Evelyn Venable?
Other notable films include "Pinocchio", "David Harum", and "Double Door".