Marilyn Maxwell
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Marilyn Maxwell (August 3, 1921 – March 20, 1972), born Marvel Marilyn Maxwell, was an American actress and entertainer. Noted for her blonde hair and sexy persona she appeared in several films and radio programs, and entertained the troops during World War II and the Korean War on USO tours with Bob Hope. Description above from the Wikipedia article Marilyn Maxwell, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Marilyn Maxwell Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Marilyn Maxwell reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 41 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Marilyn Maxwell's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 22% of Marilyn Maxwell'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 Is Bob Hope..., which stands out as a key performance.
Best Marilyn Maxwell Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Marilyn Maxwell's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Marilyn Maxwell has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | This Is Bob Hope... | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | Frankie Laine: An American Dreamer | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1976 | Bob Hope's World of Comedy | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1970 | Wild Women | Maude Webber | Average | Similar → |
| 1970 | The Phynx | Marilyn Maxwell | Flop | Similar → |
| 1969 | From Nashville With Music | Mabel | Flop | Similar → |
| 1968 | Arizona Bushwhackers | Molly | Flop | Similar → |
| 1964 | Stage to Thunder Rock | Leah Parker | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | The Lively Set | Marge Owens | Flop | Similar → |
| 1963 | Critic's Choice | Ivy London | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Rock-a-Bye Baby | Carla Naples | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Snowshoes: A Comedy of People and Horses | Dolly | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | Forever, Darling | Marilyn Maxwell (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | New York Confidential | Iris Palmer | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | A Star Is Born World Premiere | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Paris Model | Marion Parmalee | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | East of Sumatra | Lory Hale | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | Off Limits | Connie Curtis | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | New Mexico | Cherry | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Lemon Drop Kid | 'Brainey' Baxter | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Outside the Wall | Charlotte Maynard | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Key to the City | Shelia the 'Atom' Dancer | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Champion | Grace Diamond | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Race Street | Robbie Lawrence | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Summer Holiday | Belle | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | High Barbaree | Diana Case | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Show-Off | Amy Fisher | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Between Two Women | Ruth Edley | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Tea on the Terrace | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | Lost in a Harem | Hazel Moon | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | 3 Men in White | Ruth Edley | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Twenty Years After | (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Swing Fever | Ginger Gray | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Thousands Cheer | Drug Store Clerk in Red Skelton Skit | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Salute to the Marines | Helen Bailey | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Du Barry Was a Lady | Miss February (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Dr. Gillespie's Criminal Case | Ruth Edley | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Presenting Lily Mars | Prissy - Showgirl | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Stand by for Action | Audrey Carr | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Havin' a Time in Havana | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Goodbye Mama (I'm Off to Yokohama) | - | Flop | Similar → |
Marilyn Maxwell - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Marilyn Maxwell?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Marilyn Maxwell is "This Is Bob Hope..." with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Marilyn Maxwell acted in?
Marilyn Maxwell has been featured in at least 41 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Marilyn Maxwell?
Other notable films include "A Star Is Born World Premiere", "The Show-Off", and "Forever, Darling".