Frances Langford
ActingAbout Frances Langford
Frances Langford won fame on radio (primarily as Bob Hope's vocalist, later sparring comically with Don Ameche as "The Bickersons"), via recordings and in the movies. In spite of the fact that she played mostly in minor musicals (plus appearing occasionally in "A" productions, including Yankee Doodle Dandy (1942), This Is the Army (1943) and The Glenn Miller Story (1954)), she introduced major songs like "I'm in the Mood for Love" in Every Night at Eight (1935), "You are My Lucky Star" and "Broadway Rhythm" in Broadway Melody of 1936 (1935), Cole Porter's "Easy to Love" in Born to Dance (1936) and "Hooray for Hollywood" in Hollywood Hotel (1937). Date of Birth 4 April 1913, Lakeland, Florida Date of Death 11 July 2005, Jensen Beach, Florida (congestive heart failure)
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Frances Langford reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 43 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Music
The majority of Frances Langford's filmography leans towards the Music genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 14% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Frances Langford remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in This Is Bob Hope..., which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Frances Langford Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Frances Langford's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Frances Langford.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | This Is Bob Hope... | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Winter Wonderland | Frances Langford (voice) (archive sound) | Average | Similar → |
| 2002 | Entertaining the Troops: Bob Hope & the USO | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Happy Birthday, Bob: 50 Stars Salute Your 50 Years with NBC | Self (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | James Stewart: A Wonderful Life | Self (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 1985 | That's Dancing! | From 'Born to Dance' (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Music Land | Singer (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | A Star Is Born World Premiere | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Glenn Miller Story | Frances Langford | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Purple Heart Diary | Frances Langford | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | Deputy Marshal | Janet Masters | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Make Mine Laughs | (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1948 | Melody Time | Frances Langford | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Once Upon a Wintertime | Herself, Vocalist, Frances Langford (singing voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Beat the Band | Ann Rogers | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Bamboo Blonde | Louise Anderson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | People Are Funny | Frances Langford - Guest | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | Radio Stars on Parade | Sally Baker | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | Girl Rush | Flo Daniels | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | Dixie Jamboree | Susan Jackson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | Memo for Joe | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | Career Girl | Joan Terry | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Never a Dull Moment | Julie Russell | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | This Is the Army | Herself | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Cowboy in Manhattan | Babs Lee | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Follow the Band | Frances Langford | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Combat America | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Yankee Doodle Dandy | Singer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Mississippi Gambler | Beth Cornell | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Swing It Soldier | Patricia Loring / Evelyn Loring Waters | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | All-American Co-Ed | Virginia Collinge | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Hit Parade of 1941 | Pat Abbott | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Too Many Girls | Eileen Eilers | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Dreaming Out Loud | Alice | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Hollywood Hotel | Alice | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Hit Parade | Ruth Allison | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Born to Dance | 'Peppy' Turner | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Sunkist Stars at Palm Springs | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Palm Springs | Joan Smythe | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Collegiate | Miss Hay | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Broadway Melody of 1936 | Frances Langford | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Every Night at Eight | Susan Moore | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Rambling 'Round Radio Row #5 | Singer | Flop | Similar → |
Frances Langford - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Frances Langford?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Frances Langford is "This Is Bob Hope..." with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Frances Langford acted in?
Frances Langford has been featured in at least 43 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Frances Langford?
Other notable films include "A Star Is Born World Premiere", "Yankee Doodle Dandy", and "That's Dancing!".