Gloria Dickson
ActingAbout Gloria Dickson
Gloria Dickson (born Thais Alalia Dickerson; August 13, 1917 – April 10, 1945) was an American stage and screen actress of the 1930s and 1940s. In April 1936, as she worked in a production of the Federal Theatre Project, she was spotted by Warner Bros. talent scout Max Arnow, who signed her to a contract. Her film debut in 1937's They Won't Forget landed her on the top of Hollywood's short list of important up-and-comers, a distinction that garnered her enormous publicity. In Autumn 1937, she was on many magazine covers and was the subject of several major movie magazine articles, with titles such as The Luckiest Girl in the World and New Star of the Year.
Gloria Dickson Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Gloria Dickson reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 26 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Gloria Dickson's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 8% of Gloria Dickson'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 This Thing Called Love, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Gloria Dickson Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Gloria Dickson's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Gloria Dickson has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1983 | Hollywood Out-takes and Rare Footage | Self (archive footage) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Rationing | Miss McCue | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Crime Doctor’s Strangest Case | Mrs. Keppler / Evelyn Fenton Cartwright | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Lady of Burlesque | Dolly Baxter | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Power of the Press | Edwina Stephens | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Affairs of Jimmy Valentine | Cleo Arden | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Hedda Hopper's Hollywood No. 2 | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Mercy Island | Leslie Ramsey | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Big Boss | Sue Peters | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | This Thing Called Love | Florence Bertrand | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | I Want a Divorce | Wanda Holland | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Tear Gas Squad | Jerry Sullivan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | King of the Lumberjacks | Tina Martin Deribault | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Private Detective | Mona Lannon | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | On Your Toes | Peggy Porterfield | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | No Place to Go | Gertrude Plummer | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Screen Snapshots Series 19, No. 1 | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Cowboy Quarterback | Evelyn Corey | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Waterfront | Ann Stacey | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | They Made Me a Criminal | Peggy | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Heart of the North | Joyce MacMillan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Secrets of an Actress | Mrs. Carla Orr | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Racket Busters | Nora Jordan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Gold Diggers in Paris | Mona Verdivere | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Talent Scout | Blonde on Bus (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | They Won't Forget | Sybil Hale | Average | Similar → |
Gloria Dickson - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Gloria Dickson?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Gloria Dickson is "This Thing Called Love" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Gloria Dickson acted in?
Gloria Dickson has been featured in at least 26 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Gloria Dickson?
Other notable films include "Hollywood Out-takes and Rare Footage", "Waterfront", and "They Made Me a Criminal".