Renee Godfrey
ActingAbout Renee Godfrey
Sultry-eyed, dark-haired and exquisite-looking, New York City native Renee Godfrey certainly had the earnestness and requisite beauty to catapult herself to the top of the film industry but, in the end, fell short of her initial potential. She later put her career on the back burner to raise a family and, sadly, fell ill with cancer before she could resurrect it, dying at the young age of 44.
Renee Godfrey Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Renee Godfrey reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 16 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Renee Godfrey's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 38% of Renee Godfrey'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 Citizen Kane, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Renee Godfrey Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Renee Godfrey's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Renee Godfrey has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1962 | Tender Is the Night | Nurse (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1960 | Inherit the Wind | Mrs. Stebbins | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Can-Can | Dowager (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Decision of Christopher Blake | Sheila, Actress in Play (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1948 | French Leave | Mimi | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | Down Missouri Way | Gloria Baxter | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | Winter Wonderland | Phyllis Simpson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | Terror by Night | Vivian Vedder | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Bedside Manner | Stella Livingston | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Highways by Night | Ellen Cromwell | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Framing Father | Mary Adams (as Renee Haal) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Wedded Blitz | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Unexpected Uncle | Carol West (as Renee Haal) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Hurry, Charlie, Hurry | Josephine Whitley (as Renee Haal) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Citizen Kane | Nurse (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Kitty Foyle | Shopgirl in Elevator (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
Renee Godfrey - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Renee Godfrey?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Renee Godfrey is "Citizen Kane" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Renee Godfrey acted in?
Renee Godfrey has been featured in at least 16 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Renee Godfrey?
Other notable films include "Inherit the Wind", "Can-Can", and "Terror by Night".