Karen Morley
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Karen Morley (December 12, 1909 – March 8, 2003) was an American film actress.After working at the Pasadena Playhouse, she came to the attention of the director Clarence Brown when he was looking for an actress to stand-in for Greta Garbo in screen tests. This led to a contract with MGM and roles in such films as Mata Hari (1931), Scarface (1932), The Phantom of Crestwood (1932), The Mask of Fu Manchu (1932), Arsene Lupin (1933) and Dinner at Eight (1933). In 1934, Morley left MGM after arguments about her roles and her private life. Her first film after leaving MGM was Our Daily Bread (1934) directed by King Vidor. She continued to work as a freelance performer, and appeared in Michael Curtiz's Black Fury, and The Littlest Rebel with Shirley Temple. Without the support of a studio, her roles became less frequent, however she played a supporting role in Pride and Prejudice (1940). Description above from the Wikipedia article Karen Morley licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Karen Morley reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 47 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Karen Morley'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 21% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Karen Morley remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in $10 Raise, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Karen Morley Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Karen Morley's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Karen Morley.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | Complicated Women | Self - Interviewee | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | The Big Parade of Comedy | Lucy Talbot in 'Dinner at Eight' (archive footage) (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Born to the Saddle | Kate Daggett | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | M | Mrs. Coster | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Framed | Beth | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Thirteenth Hour | Eileen Blair | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Unknown | Rachel Martin | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Jealousy | Dr. Monica Anderson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Pride and Prejudice | Mrs. Collins | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Kentucky | Mrs. Goodwin - 1861 | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | On Such a Night | Gail Stanley | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Last Train from Madrid | Baroness Helene Rafitte | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Girl from Scotland Yard | Linda Beech | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Outcast | Margaret Stevens | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Beloved Enemy | Cathleen O'Brien | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Devil's Squadron | Martha Dawson | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Littlest Rebel | Mrs. Cary | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Thunder in the Night | Countess Madalaine | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Healer | Evelyn Allen | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Black Fury | Anna Novak | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | $10 Raise | Emily Converse | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Wednesday's Child | Kathryn Phillips | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | Our Daily Bread | Mary Sims | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Straight Is the Way | Bertha | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Crime Doctor | Andra | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | Dinner at Eight | Lucy Talbot | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Gabriel Over the White House | Pendola Molloy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Flesh | Laura | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Mask of Fu Manchu | Sheila Barton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Phantom of Crestwood | Jenny Wren | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | Downstairs | Karl's New Employer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Washington Masquerade | Consuela Fairbanks | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Man About Town | Helena | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | Scarface | Poppy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Are You Listening? | Alice Grimes | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | Arsène Lupin | Sonia | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Mata Hari | Carlotta | Average | Similar → |
| 1931 | The Cuban Love Song | Crystal | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | The Sin of Madelon Claudet | Alice | Average | Similar → |
| 1931 | High Stakes | Anne Cornwall | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | Laughing Sinners | Estelle | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | Never the Twain Shall Meet | Maisie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | Daybreak | Emily Kessner | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | Strangers May Kiss | Dining Companion | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | Politics | Myrtle Burns | Average | Similar → |
| 1931 | Inspiration | Liane Latour | Average | Similar → |
| 1929 | Thru Different Eyes | Bit Part (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
Karen Morley - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Karen Morley?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Karen Morley is "$10 Raise" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Karen Morley acted in?
Karen Morley has been featured in at least 47 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Karen Morley?
Other notable films include "Scarface", "Arsène Lupin", and "Pride and Prejudice".