Gail Patrick
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Gail Patrick (born Margaret LaVelle Fitzpatrick, June 20, 1911 - July 6, 1980) was an American film actress. She appeared in 62 movies between 1932 and 1948. Some of these roles are in My Favorite Wife, Dangerous to Know, and in My Man Godfrey. Patrick retired from acting in films in 1948 and later became a producer of Perry Mason.
Gail Patrick Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Gail Patrick reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Gail Patrick's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 32% of Gail Patrick'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 My Man Godfrey, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Gail Patrick Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Gail Patrick's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Gail Patrick has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1968 | The Movie Orgy | Self (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | The Big Parade of Comedy | Isobel Grayson in 'Love Crazy' (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Screen Actors | Self (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Inside Story | Audrey O'Connor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Calendar Girl | Olivia Radford | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | Rendezvous with Annie | Dolores Starr | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Claudia and David | Julia Naughton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Madonna's Secret | Ella Randolph | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Twice Blessed | Mary Hale | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Brewster's Millions | Barbara Drew | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Women in Bondage | Margot Bracken | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Hit Parade of 1943 | Toni Jarrett | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Quiet Please, Murder | Myra Blandy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Tales of Manhattan | Ellen | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Kathleen | Lorraine Bennett | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Love Crazy | Isobel Kimble Grayson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Gallant Sons | Clare Pendleton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | My Favorite Wife | Bianca Bates | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Doctor Takes a Wife | Marilyn Thomas | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Reno | Jessie Gibbs | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Man of Conquest | Margaret Lea | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Disbarred | Joan Carroll | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | King of Alcatraz | Dale Borden | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Wives Under Suspicion | Lucy Stowell | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Dangerous to Know | Margaret Van Kase | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Mad About Music | Gwen Taylor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Stage Door | Linda Shaw | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Artists & Models | Cynthia Wentworth | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Her Husband Lies | Natalie Martin | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Murder with Pictures | Meg Archer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | My Man Godfrey | Cornelia Bullock | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Early to Bed | Grace Stanton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Preview Murder Mystery | Claire Woodward | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Two in the Dark | Irene Lassiter | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Lone Wolf Returns | Marcia Stewart | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | A Dream Comes True | Herself (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Two-Fisted | Sue Parker | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Big Broadcast of 1936 | Nurse | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Wanderer of the Wasteland | Ruth Virey | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Doubting Thomas | Florence McCrickett | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Mississippi | Elvira | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Rumba | Patsy Fletcher | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Murder at the Vanities | Sadie Evans | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Crime of Helen Stanley | Helen Stanley | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | Death Takes a Holiday | Rhoda | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | To the Last Man | Ann Hayden Stanley | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | Gambling Ship | (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | Murders in the Zoo | Jerry Evans | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Mysterious Rider | Mary Benton Foster | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | If I Had a Million | New Secretary at Idylwood (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
Gail Patrick - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Gail Patrick?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Gail Patrick is "My Man Godfrey" with a rating of 7.6/10.
How many movies has Gail Patrick acted in?
Gail Patrick has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Gail Patrick?
Other notable films include "My Favorite Wife", "Stage Door", and "Doubting Thomas".