Sandra Peabody - Actor Profile

Sandra Peabody

Acting
Updated: Apr 12, 2026
23Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Jan 11, 1948
Birth Place: Portland, Oregon, USA

About Sandra Peabody

Sandra Peabody (born 11 January 1948) is an American film and stage actress, screenwriter, producer and acting coach. She is best known for her role as Mari Collingwood in Wes Craven's 1972 film The Last House on the Left (1972). A cult hit, the film established her as a prominent actress in horror, and she subsequently starred in Voices of Desire (1972), Massage Parlor Murders (1973), and Legacy of Satan (1974). Peabody's other notable role is Bird in the comedy film Teenage Hitchhikers (1975). Outside of film, she has starred in a variety of stage productions including Robert Kalfin's Tarot (1970). Peabody quit acting and has since became an acting coach and a screenwriter whose focus is on children orientated programming.

Sandra Peabody Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Sandra Peabody reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 23 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Sandra Peabody's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 43% of Sandra Peabody'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 Love-In '72, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Sandra Peabody Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Sandra Peabody's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Sandra Peabody has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2015 42nd Street Memories: The Rise and Fall of America's Most Notorious Street Self (archive footage) Super Hit Similar →
2010 Video Nasties: Moral Panic, Censorship & Videotape Self (archive footage) Hit Similar →
2010 Never Sleep Again: The Elm Street Legacy Self Super Hit Similar →
2010 Never Sleep Again: The Elm Street Legacy Self (archive footage) (uncredited) Super Hit Similar →
2006 Going to Pieces: The Rise and Fall of the Slasher Film Self (archive footage) Hit Similar →
2006 Ban the Sadist Videos! Part 2 Self (archive footage) Hit Similar →
2005 Ban the Sadist Videos! Self (archive footage) Hit Similar →
2003 Celluloid Crime of the Century Mari Collingwood (archive footage) (uncredited) Average Similar →
2002 It's Only a Movie: The Making of 'Last House on the Left' Self - Mari Collingwood (archive footage) (uncredited) Average Similar →
2000 The American Nightmare Self Hit Similar →
2000 Fear, Panic & Censorship Self (archive footage) Super Hit Similar →
1974 Teenage Hitchhikers Bird Flop Similar →
1974 Legacy of Satan Cult Extra Flop Similar →
1973 The Case of the Smiling Stiffs Strip Poker Girl Average Similar →
1973 Massage Parlor Murders Gwen Flop Similar →
1973 Filthiest Show in Town Olga Flop Similar →
1972 Voices of Desire Anna Reed (as Liyda Cassell) Flop Similar →
1972 The Last House on the Left Mari Collingwood (as Sandra Cassell) Average Similar →
1972 The Legend of Boggy Creek Sandra (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1970 Love-In '72 Joan Boyd (as Susan Sparling) Super Hit Similar →
1968 Sexy Susan Sins Again - Flop Similar →
1966 The Horse Killer Actress (as Sandy Peabody) Flop Similar →
1965 Misfit Actress (as Sandy Peabody) Flop Similar →

Sandra Peabody - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Sandra Peabody?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Sandra Peabody is "Love-In '72" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Sandra Peabody acted in?

Sandra Peabody has been featured in at least 23 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Sandra Peabody?

Other notable films include "Fear, Panic & Censorship", "Never Sleep Again: The Elm Street Legacy", and "42nd Street Memories: The Rise and Fall of America's Most Notorious Street".

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