Leslie Brooks
ActingAbout Leslie Brooks
At first acting under her given name of Lorraine Gettman, blonde film actress Leslie Brooks began appearing in movie bit roles in 1941. When her Warner Bros. contract was sold to Columbia, Brooks started landing more sizeable parts in such programs as Nine Girls (1944) and Cover Girl (1944). She was also seen to good advantage in Columbia's series films (The Whistler, Crime Doctor, et al.). Leslie Brooks retired from films in 1949.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Leslie Brooks reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 26 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Leslie Brooks's filmography leans towards the Comedy 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 23% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Leslie Brooks remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Talk of the Town, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Leslie Brooks Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Leslie Brooks's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Leslie Brooks.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1971 | How's Your Love Life? | Dr. Maureen John | Flop | Similar → |
| 1948 | Hollow Triumph | Virginia Taylor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Blonde Ice | Claire Cummings Hanneman | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Romance on the High Seas | Miss Medwick | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Cobra Strikes | Olga Kaminoff | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Corpse Came C.O.D. | Peggy Holmes | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Cigarette Girl | Ellen WIlcox | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Secret of the Whistler | Kay Morrell | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | It's Great to Be Young | Terry | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Man Who Dared | Lorna Claibourne | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | I Love a Bandleader | Ann Stuart | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | Tonight and Every Night | Angela | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | Cover Girl | Maurine Martin | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Nine Girls | Roberta Halloway | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Two Señoritas from Chicago | Lena Worth | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | City Without Men | Gwen | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Underground Agent | Ann Carter | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | You Were Never Lovelier | Cecy Acuña | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Lucky Legs | Jewel Perkins | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Overland to Deadwood | Linda Banning | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Talk of the Town | Secretary (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Playgirls | Sexette Membee | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | You're in the Army Now | Navy Blues Sextette Member | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Man Who Came to Dinner | Hollywood Blonde (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Navy Blues | Navy Blues Sextet Member (as Loraine Gettman) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Ziegfeld Girl | Ziegfeld Girl (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
Leslie Brooks - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Leslie Brooks?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Leslie Brooks is "The Talk of the Town" with a rating of 7.3/10.
How many movies has Leslie Brooks acted in?
Leslie Brooks has been featured in at least 26 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Leslie Brooks?
Other notable films include "You Were Never Lovelier", "The Man Who Came to Dinner", and "Hollow Triumph".