Martha O'Driscoll
ActingAbout Martha O'Driscoll
Martha O'Driscoll (March 4, 1922 - November 3, 1998) was an American film actress from 1937 until 1947. She retired from the screen in 1947 after marrying her second husband, Arthur I. Appleton, president of Appleton Electric Company in Chicago.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Martha O'Driscoll reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 41 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Martha O'Driscoll's filmography leans towards the Comedy 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 15% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Martha O'Driscoll remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Dracula: A Cinematic Scrapbook, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Martha O'Driscoll Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Martha O'Driscoll's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Martha O'Driscoll.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | The Many Faces of Dracula | Miliza Morelle (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | Monster by Moonlight! The Immortal Saga of 'The Wolf Man' | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | The Wolfman's Cure | Milizia Morelle | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | Dracula: A Cinematic Scrapbook | Miliza Morelle (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Carnegie Hall | Ruth Haines | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | Criminal Court | Georgia Gale | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | Down Missouri Way | Jane Colwell | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | Blonde Alibi | Marian Gale | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | House of Dracula | Miliza Morelle | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Daltons Ride Again | Mary Bohannon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | Shady Lady | Gloria Wendell | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Her Lucky Night | Connie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | Here Come the Co-Eds | Molly McCarthy | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Under Western Skies | Katie Wells | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | Hi, Beautiful | Patty Callahan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Allergic to Love | Pat Bradley | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | Ghost Catchers | Susanna Marshall | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Follow the Boys | Martha O'Driscoll (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | Prices Unlimited | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | Week-End Pass | Barbara 'Babs' Bradley / Barbara Lake | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Crazy House | Marjorie Nelson / Marjorie Wyndingham | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Fallen Sparrow | Whitney 'The Imp' Parker | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | We've Never Been Licked | Deede Dunham | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Young and Willing | Dottie Coburn | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | My Heart Belongs to Daddy | Joyce Whitman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Youth on Parade | Sally Carlyle | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Reap the Wild Wind | Ivy Devereaux | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Remarkable Andrew | District Attorney's Secretary | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Pacific Blackout | Mary Jones | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Henry Aldrich for President | Mary Aldrich | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Her First Beau | Julie Harris | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Lady Eve | Martha | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Li'l Abner | Daisy Mae Scraggs | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Wagon Train | Helen Lee | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Fashion Horizons | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Forty Little Mothers | Janette | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Laddie | Sally Stanton | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Judge Hardy and Son | Leonora Horton | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Secret of Dr. Kildare | Mrs. Roberts | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Girls' School | Grace | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Peter Ibbetson | Girl (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
Martha O'Driscoll - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Martha O'Driscoll?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Martha O'Driscoll is "Dracula: A Cinematic Scrapbook" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Martha O'Driscoll acted in?
Martha O'Driscoll has been featured in at least 41 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Martha O'Driscoll?
Other notable films include "Hi, Beautiful", "The Lady Eve", and "Peter Ibbetson".