Judy Farrell

Acting

Freshness: Feb 02, 2026

5Total Films

8.0 Highest Rated

Born: May 11, 1938

Birth Place: Quapaw, Oklahoma, USA

About Judy Farrell

Judy Farrell was born on May 11, 1938 in Quapaw, Oklahoma, USA as Judy Hayden. She is a writer and actress, known for Fame (1982), Quincy M.E. (1976) and M*A*S*H (1972). She has been married to Joe Bratcher since 1985. She was previously married to Mike Farrell.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Judy Farrell reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 5 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Judy Farrell'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 40% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Judy Farrell remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Backwards: The Riddle of Dyslexia, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Judy Farrell Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Judy Farrell's career based on audience ratings.

★8.0

Backwards: The Riddle of Dyslexia (1984) movie poster

★8.0

Backwards: The Riddle of Dyslexia: 13-year-old Brian has problems reading, which his teachers attribute to laziness. It is later discovered that he has Dys

Backwards: The Riddle of Dyslexia

1984•Drama

★7.0

The Andromeda Strain (1971) movie poster

★7.0

The Andromeda Strain: When virtually all of the residents of Piedmont, New Mexico, are found dead after the return to Earth of a space satelli

The Andromeda Strain

1971•Sci-Fi

★5.7

★5.7

Chapter Two: George Schneider is an author whose wife had just died. His brother Leo gives him the number of Jennie Malone, and someh

Chapter Two

1979•Comedy

★5.4

Long-Term Relationship (2006) movie poster

★5.4

Long-Term Relationship: Tired of the unsatisfying singles scene, Glenn answers a personal ad and meets Adam, a handsome Southern man seeking a l

Long-Term Relationship

2006•Comedy

★0.0

★0.0

Fugitive Family: To the world Brian Roberts looks like a successful businessman, with a lovely wife and two children all living in a drea

Fugitive Family

1980•Crime

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Judy Farrell.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2006	Long-Term Relationship	Diane Harris	Flop	Similar →
1984	Backwards: The Riddle of Dyslexia	Barbara Ellsworth	Super Hit	Similar →
1980	Fugitive Family	Jennifer Balinger	Flop	Similar →
1979	Chapter Two	Gwen Michaels	Average	Similar →
1971	The Andromeda Strain	Pam (uncredited)	Hit	Similar →

Judy Farrell - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Judy Farrell?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Judy Farrell is "Backwards: The Riddle of Dyslexia" with a rating of 8.0/10.

How many movies has Judy Farrell acted in?

Judy Farrell has been featured in at least 5 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Judy Farrell?

Other notable films include "The Andromeda Strain", "Chapter Two", and "Long-Term Relationship".