Nancy Gates
ActingAbout Nancy Gates
Nancy Gates was an American film and television actress.
Nancy Gates Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Nancy Gates reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 39 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Nancy Gates's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 10% of Nancy Gates'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 The Magnificent Ambersons, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Nancy Gates Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Nancy Gates's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Nancy Gates has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1960 | Comanche Station | Mrs. Lowe | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | The Gunfight at Dodge City | Lily | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Some Came Running | Edith Barclay | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Rawhide Trail | Marsha Collins | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Brass Legend | Linda Gipson | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Death of a Scoundrel | Stephanie North | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Search for Bridey Murphy | Hazel Bernstein | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Magnificent Roughnecks | Jane Rivers | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | Wetbacks | Sally Parker | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | World Without End | Garnet | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Bottom of the Bottle | Mildred Martin | Flop | Similar → |
| 1955 | Tom and Jerry | Jerry Macy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1955 | No Man's Woman | Louise Nelson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1955 | Top of the World | Mary Ross | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Stranger on Horseback | Caroline Webb | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Masterson of Kansas | Amy Merrick | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Suddenly | Ellen Benson | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Hell's Half Acre | Sally Lee | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Torch Song | Celia Stewart | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Target Hong Kong | Ming Shan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Member of the Wedding | Janice | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Atomic City | Ellen Haskell | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | At Sword's Point | Princess Henriette | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Greatest Show on Earth | Spectator | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Roll, Thunder, Roll! | Carol Loomis | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Check Your Guns | Cathy Jordan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | Cheyenne Takes Over | Fay Wilkins | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Spanish Main | Lupita | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Nevada | Hattie Ide | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Master Race | Nina | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Bride by Mistake | Jane Mason | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | A Night of Adventure | Connie Matthews | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Family Feud | Nancy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Gildersleeve's Bad Day | Margie Forrester | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | This Land Is Mine | Julie Grant | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Hitler's Children | Brenda | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Great Gildersleeve | Marjorie 'Margie' Forrester | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Magnificent Ambersons | Girl (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Tuttles of Tahiti | Tupa's Daughter - Age 14 (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
Nancy Gates - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Nancy Gates?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Nancy Gates is "The Magnificent Ambersons" with a rating of 7.3/10.
How many movies has Nancy Gates acted in?
Nancy Gates has been featured in at least 39 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Nancy Gates?
Other notable films include "This Land Is Mine", "Some Came Running", and "Comanche Station".