Frances Mercer

Acting

Freshness: Jan 28, 2026

14Total Films

7.2 Highest Rated

Born: Oct 21, 1915

Birth Place: New Rochelle, New York, USA

About Frances Mercer

Frances Mercer (October 21, 1915 - November 12, 2000) was an American actress.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Frances Mercer reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 14 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Frances Mercer's filmography leans towards the Drama 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 29% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Frances Mercer remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in There's Always Tomorrow, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Frances Mercer Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Frances Mercer's career based on audience ratings.

★7.2

There's Always Tomorrow (1956) movie poster

★7.2

There's Always Tomorrow: When a toy manufacturer feels ignored and unappreciated by his wife and children, he begins to rekindle a past love when

There's Always Tomorrow

1956•Drama

★7.0

★7.0

Vivacious Lady: College town life gets turned upside down after a button-down botany professor secretly weds a sizzling night-club singe

Vivacious Lady

1938•Comedy

★6.9

The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle (1939) movie poster

★6.9

The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle: In 1911, minor stage comic, Vernon Castle meets the stage-struck Irene Foote. A few misadventures later, they marry and

The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle

1939•Music

★6.7

★6.7

Pardners: Rich momma's boy Wade Kingsley Jr. an Eastern dude, tries to follow in his murdered father's footsteps by returning to t

Pardners

1956•Comedy

★6.3

★6.3

The Mad Miss Manton: When the murdered body discovered by beautiful, vivacious socialite Melsa Manton disappears, police and press label her

The Mad Miss Manton

1938•Comedy

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Frances Mercer.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1960	The Rise and Fall of Legs Diamond	Flo - Brothel Madam (uncredited)	Average	Similar →
1957	Young and Dangerous	Mrs. Price	Average	Similar →
1956	Pardners	Sally (uncredited)	Hit	Similar →
1956	There's Always Tomorrow	Ruth Doran	Hit	Similar →
1946	Piccadilly Incident	Joan Draper	Average	Similar →
1939	The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle	Claire Ford	Hit	Similar →
1939	Society Lawyer	Sue Leonard	Flop	Similar →
1939	Beauty for the Asking	Patricia Wharton	Flop	Similar →
1938	Annabel Takes a Tour	Natalie Preston	Flop	Similar →
1938	The Mad Miss Manton	Helen Frayne	Average	Similar →
1938	Smashing the Rackets	Susan 'Pat' Lane	Average	Similar →
1938	Crime Ring	Judy Allen	Flop	Similar →
1938	Blind Alibi	Ellen	Average	Similar →
1938	Vivacious Lady	Helen	Hit	Similar →

Frances Mercer - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Frances Mercer?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Frances Mercer is "There's Always Tomorrow" with a rating of 7.2/10.

How many movies has Frances Mercer acted in?

Frances Mercer has been featured in at least 14 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Frances Mercer?

Other notable films include "Vivacious Lady", "The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle", and "Pardners".