Virginia Christine
ActingAbout Virginia Christine
Virginia Christine Ricketts (March 5, 1920 – July 24, 1996) was an American character actress and voice actress of Swedish descent. She had a long career on the screen, stage, and radio and appeared in more than 170 feature films and TV-productions. She is best remembered for her role in a string of television commercials for Folgers Coffee during the 1960s and 1970s.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Virginia Christine reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Virginia Christine's filmography leans towards the Drama 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 30% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Virginia Christine remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Judgment at Nuremberg, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Virginia Christine Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Virginia Christine's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Virginia Christine.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1970 | The Old Man Who Cried Wolf | Miss Cummings | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | Daughter of the Mind | Helga | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | Hail, Hero! | Eleanor Murchiston | Average | Similar → |
| 1968 | In Enemy Country | Frau Gulden | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | Guess Who's Coming to Dinner | Hilary St. George | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | Billy the Kid Versus Dracula | Eva Oster | Flop | Similar → |
| 1965 | A Rage to Live | Emma | Flop | Similar → |
| 1964 | The Killers | Miss Watson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | One Man's Way | Anna Peale | Flop | Similar → |
| 1963 | The Prize | Mrs. Bergh, Chaperon | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | 4 for Texas | Brunhilde | Flop | Similar → |
| 1963 | Cattle King | Mrs. Ruth Winters (Brassfield's Housekeeper) | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | Incident in an Alley | Mrs. Connell | Flop | Similar → |
| 1961 | Judgment at Nuremberg | Mrs. Halbestadt | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Flaming Star | Mrs. Phillips (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Careless Years | Mrs. Vernon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1957 | Johnny Tremain | Mrs. Lapham | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Spirit of St. Louis | Secretary (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Three Brave Men | Helen Goldsmith | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Nightmare | Sue Bressard | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Invasion of the Body Snatchers | Wilma Lentz | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Killer Is Loose | Mary Gillespie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Good Morning, Miss Dove | Mrs. Rigsbee (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Not as a Stranger | Bruni | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Cobweb | Sally | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Dragnet | Mrs. Caldwell | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Woman They Almost Lynched | Jenny | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Never Wave at a WAC | Lt. Myles | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | High Noon | Mrs. Simpson (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | The First Time | Nurse | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Cyrano de Bergerac | Sister Marthe | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Special Agent | Mabel Rumpler | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | Cover Up | Margaret Baker | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Women in the Night | Claire Adams | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Gangster | Mrs. Karty | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Invisible Wall | Mildred Elsworth | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Mysterious Mr. Valentine | Lola Carson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Killers | Lilly Harmon Lubinsky | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Inner Circle | Rhoda Roberts | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Wife of Monte Cristo | Florice Michaud | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | House of Horrors | Lady of the Streets | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Murder Is My Business | Dora Darnell | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Scarlet Horseman | Carla Marquette / Matosca | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | Girls of the Big House | Bernice Meyers | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Mummy's Curse | Princess Ananka | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Raiders of Ghost City | Countess Elsa von Merck, alias Trina Dressard | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Women at War | Mary Sawyer | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Mission to Moscow | Maria - Beautician (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Edge of Darkness | Hulda (Stensgard maid) | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Truck Busters | Eadie Watkins | Average | Similar → |
Virginia Christine - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Virginia Christine?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Virginia Christine is "Judgment at Nuremberg" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Virginia Christine acted in?
Virginia Christine has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Virginia Christine?
Other notable films include "High Noon", "In Enemy Country", and "Guess Who's Coming to Dinner".