
Marjorie Lord
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Marjorie Lord (née Wollenberg) was an American television and film actress. She played Kathy "Clancy" O'Hara Williams, opposite Danny Thomas's character on The Danny Thomas Show and later Make Room for Granddaddy. In 1935, at the age of 16, Lord made her Broadway debut in The Old Maid with Judith Anderson. Her other Broadway appearances came in Signature, Little Brown Jug, and The Girl in the Freudian Slip. Lord was signed by RKO Radio Pictures in 1935. While appearing in Springtime for Henry with Edward Everett Horton, director Henry Koster approached her and signed her to a contract with Universal Studios. She appeared in six feature films and a film serial The Adventures of Smilin' Jack for Universal. Her film work includes a number of wartime pictures, including the 1943 mystery Sherlock Holmes in Washington, starring Basil Rathbone in the title role. She also appeared in the Western films Masked Raiders, Mexican Manhunt, and Down Laredo Way. In 1966, she played Mrs. Martha Meade, the wife of Bob Hope's character, in the screwball comedy Boy, Did I Get a Wrong Number!
Marjorie Lord Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Marjorie Lord reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 37 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Marjorie Lord's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 24% of Marjorie Lord'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 On Again—Off Again, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Marjorie Lord Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Marjorie Lord's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Marjorie Lord has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | Side by Side | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | The World of Tomorrow | Babs Middleton (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | The Pirate | Mrs. Mason | Flop | Similar → |
| 1975 | The Missing Are Deadly | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1966 | Boy, Did I Get a Wrong Number! | Mrs. Martha Meade | Flop | Similar → |
| 1954 | Port of Hell | Kay Walker | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Mexican Manhunt | Sheila Barton | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Down Laredo Way | Valerie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Rebel City | Jane Dudley | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | Venture of Faith | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | Stop That Cab | Mary Thomas | Flop | Similar → |
| 1950 | Blades of the Musketeers | Queen Anne | Flop | Similar → |
| 1950 | Chain Gang | Rita McKelvey | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Lost Volcano | Ruth Gordon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1950 | Riding High | Mary Winslow | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Air Hostess | Jennifer White | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | Masked Raiders | Gale Trevett | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Strange Mrs. Crane | Gina Crane | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Argyle Secrets | Marla | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | New Orleans | Grace Voiselle | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Flesh and Fantasy | Justine (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Johnny Come Lately | Jane | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Shantytown | Virginia Allen | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Sherlock Holmes in Washington | Nancy Partridge | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Hi, Buddy | Mary Parker | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Adventures of Smilin' Jack | Janet Thompson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Moonlight in Havana | Patsy Clark | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Timber! | Yvette Lacour | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Escape from Hong Kong | Valarie Hale | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | About Face | Betty Marlowe | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Middleton Family at the New York World's Fair | Babs | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Girls' School | Nan (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | High Flyers | Arlene Arlington | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Forty Naughty Girls | June Preston | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Hideaway | Joan Peterson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | On Again—Off Again | Florence Cole | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Border Cafe | Janet Barry | Average | Similar → |
Marjorie Lord - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Marjorie Lord?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Marjorie Lord is "On Again—Off Again" with a rating of 7.0/10.
How many movies has Marjorie Lord acted in?
Marjorie Lord has been featured in at least 37 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Marjorie Lord?
Other notable films include "High Flyers", "Hi, Buddy", and "Flesh and Fantasy".




