Peggy Ann Garner
ActingAbout Peggy Ann Garner
Peggy Ann Garner (February 3, 1932 – October 16, 1984) was an American actress. As a child actress, Garner had her first film role in 1938. She won the Academy Juvenile Award for her work in A Tree Grows in Brooklyn.
Peggy Ann Garner Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Peggy Ann Garner reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 26 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Peggy Ann Garner's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 38% of Peggy Ann Garner'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 Junior Miss, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Peggy Ann Garner Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Peggy Ann Garner's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Peggy Ann Garner has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | Hollywood’s Children | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | This Year's Blonde | Stepmother (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1978 | Betrayal | Mrs. Carol Stockwood | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | A Wedding | Candice Ruteledge | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Cat | Susan Kilby | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Black Widow | Nancy Ordway | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Eight Witnesses | Helen Hildbrand | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | Teresa | Susan Cass | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Lovable Cheat | Julie Mercadet | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Big Cat | Doris Cooper | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | Bomba, the Jungle Boy | Patricia 'Pat' Harland | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Sign of the Ram | Christine St. Aubyn | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Daisy Kenyon | Rosamund O'Mara | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Thunder in the Valley | Maggie Moore | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Home Sweet Homicide | Dinah Carstairs | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | Junior Miss | Judy Graves | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Nob Hill | Katie Flanagan | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | A Tree Grows in Brooklyn | Francie Nolan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Keys of the Kingdom | Nora as a Girl | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Jane Eyre | Jane Eyre (younger) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Pied Piper | Sheila Cavanaugh | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Eagle Squadron | Child | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Abe Lincoln in Illinois | Little Girl (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Blondie Brings Up Baby | Melinda Mason | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | In Name Only | Ellen | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Little Miss Thoroughbred | Orphan | Flop | Similar → |
Peggy Ann Garner - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Peggy Ann Garner?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Peggy Ann Garner is "Junior Miss" with a rating of 7.8/10.
How many movies has Peggy Ann Garner acted in?
Peggy Ann Garner has been featured in at least 26 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Peggy Ann Garner?
Other notable films include "A Tree Grows in Brooklyn", "Thunder in the Valley", and "The Keys of the Kingdom".