Frances Farmer
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Frances Elena Farmer (September 19, 1913 – August 1, 1970) was an American actress of stage and screen. She is perhaps better known for sensationalized and fictional accounts of her life, and especially her involuntary commitment to a mental hospital. Farmer was the subject of three films, three books, and numerous songs and magazine articles. Description above from the Wikipedia article Frances Farmer, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Frances Farmer Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Frances Farmer reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 17 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Frances Farmer's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 24% of Frances Farmer'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 Nirvana - In Utero: Under Review, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Frances Farmer Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Frances Farmer's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Frances Farmer has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | Nirvana - In Utero: Under Review | Lotta Morgan (archive footage) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Hollywood Scandals and Tragedies | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Party Crashers | Mrs. Bickford | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Son of Fury: The Story of Benjamin Blake | Isabel | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Among the Living | Elaine Raden | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Badlands of Dakota | Calamity Jane | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | World Premiere | Kitty Carr | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Flowing Gold | Linda Chalmers | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | South of Pago Pago | Ruby Taylor | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Ride a Crooked Mile | Trina | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Ebb Tide | Faith Wishart | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Exclusive | Vina Swain | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Toast of New York | Josie Mansfield | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Come and Get It | Lotta Morgan / Lotta Bostrom | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Rhythm on the Range | Doris Halliday | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Border Flight | Anne Blane | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Too Many Parents | Sally Colman | Flop | Similar → |
Frances Farmer - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Frances Farmer?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Frances Farmer is "Nirvana - In Utero: Under Review" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Frances Farmer acted in?
Frances Farmer has been featured in at least 17 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Frances Farmer?
Other notable films include "Son of Fury: The Story of Benjamin Blake", "Flowing Gold", and "Come and Get It".