Marlene Schmidt
ActingAbout Marlene Schmidt
Fled East Germany in 1960 to live in Stuttgart and work as an electronics engineer. Soon after, she entered a beauty contest on a whim and ended up winning the title of Miss Germany. That led to being crowned Miss Universe in 1961. She married actor Ty Hardin in 1962, but the marriage only lasted 3 years. In 1969, she married Iraqi-born filmmaker Howard Avedis. Their partnership resulted in numerous drive-in hits and cult classics, including The Stepmother (1972), The Teacher (1974) and Mortuary (1983). Marlene always produced, sometimes wrote and usually appeared in supporting roles in these productions.
Marlene Schmidt Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Marlene Schmidt reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 14 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Marlene Schmidt's work falls within the Crime genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 0% of Marlene Schmidt'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 Mortuary, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Marlene Schmidt Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Marlene Schmidt's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Marlene Schmidt has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | Kidnapped | Secretary | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | They're Playing with Fire | Gas Station Customer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | Mortuary | Lois Stevens | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | Separate Ways | Pat Ingram | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | The Fifth Floor | Night Nurse | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | Texas Detour | Lady Bartender | Flop | Similar → |
| 1976 | Scorchy | Claudia Bianco | Flop | Similar → |
| 1975 | Dr. Minx | Harriet Thomas | Flop | Similar → |
| 1975 | The Specialist | Elizabeth Bounds | Flop | Similar → |
| 1974 | The Teacher | Alice Roberts | Flop | Similar → |
| 1972 | The Stepmother | Sonya Hill | Flop | Similar → |
| 1968 | Farewell, Lebanon | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1968 | The Red Plain | Betty | Flop | Similar → |
| 1968 | Destiny | Afsaneh | Flop | Similar → |
Marlene Schmidt - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Marlene Schmidt?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Marlene Schmidt is "Mortuary" with a rating of 5.2/10.
How many movies has Marlene Schmidt acted in?
Marlene Schmidt has been featured in at least 14 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Marlene Schmidt?
Other notable films include "They're Playing with Fire", "The Fifth Floor", and "The Teacher".