Nan Grey
ActingAbout Nan Grey
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Grey was born Eschal Loleet Grey Miller in Houston, Texas. In 1934, she went to Hollywood with her mother for a holiday. She was persuaded by a friend to take a screen test and ended up in pictures. She attended the school that Universal Studios operated for children who had film contracts. Grey's screen debut was in 1934 in Warner Brothers' Firebird. She starred opposite John Wayne in the 1936 film Sea Spoilers. Grey appeared in the Universal Monsters films Dracula's Daughter (1936) and The Invisible Man Returns (1940). She also appeared in the popular 1936 musical comedy Three Smart Girls as well as the 1939 sequel Three Smart Girls Grow Up. Grey played Kathy Marshall in the NBC radio soap opera Those We Love 1938-1945. She also played in The Lux Radio Theatre, November 8, 1937 episode, She Loves Me Not with Bing Crosby, Joan Blondell, and Sterling Holloway. Description above from the Wikipedia article Nan Grey, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Nan Grey reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 31 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Nan Grey'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 10% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Nan Grey remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Great Impersonation, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Nan Grey Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Nan Grey's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Nan Grey.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1941 | Under Age | Jane Baird | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | A Little Bit of Heaven | Janet Loring | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Margie | Margie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | You're Not So Tough | Millie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Sandy Is a Lady | Mary Phillips | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | The House of the Seven Gables | Phoebe Pyncheon | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Invisible Man Returns | Helen Manson | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Tower of London | Lady Alice Barton | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Under-Pup | Priscilla Adams | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Ex-Champ | Joan Grey | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Three Smart Girls Grow Up | Joan Craig | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Storm | Peggy Phillips | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Girls' School | Linda Simpson | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Danger on the Air | Christina "Steenie" MacCorkle | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Reckless Living | Laurie Andrews | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Black Doll | Marian Rood | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Jury's Secret | Mary Norris | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Some Blondes Are Dangerous | Judy Williams | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Love in a Bungalow | Mary Callahan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Let Them Live | Judith Marshall | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Three Smart Girls | Joan Craig | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Sea Spoilers | Connie Dawson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Crash Donovan | Doris Tennyson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Dracula's Daughter | Lili | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Love Before Breakfast | Telephone Girl (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Sutter's Gold | Ann Eliza Sutter | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Great Impersonation | Middleton's Daughter (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Affair of Susan | Miss Skelly | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Mary Jane's Pa | Lucille Preston | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Babbitt | Eunice Littlefield | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Firebird | Alice von Attem | Average | Similar → |
Nan Grey - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Nan Grey?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Nan Grey is "The Great Impersonation" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Nan Grey acted in?
Nan Grey has been featured in at least 31 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Nan Grey?
Other notable films include "Three Smart Girls Grow Up", "The House of the Seven Gables", and "Three Smart Girls".