Audrey Totter
Biography
Audrey Totter was an American actress of Austrian-Slovene and Swedish descent. She was a former Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer contract player and appeared in films during the 1940s. Totter's acting career spanned various genres, including film noir, dramas, and thrillers. She was known for her husky voice and magnetic presence on screen. Totter's filmography includes titles such as "Lady in the Lake" and "The Postman Always Rings Twice." She also appeared in television shows, including an episode of Alfred Hitchcock Presents. Totter's acting career was relatively short-lived, lasting from the 1940s until the early 1950s.
Career overview
Audrey Totter was an American actress known for her compelling performances in film noir during the 1940s and 1950s. She was a former MGM contract star of Austrian-Slovene and Swedish descent. Totter's distinct husky voice and magnetic presence made her a standout in various genres, including dramas and thrillers.
As a versatile actress, Totter showcased her talent in a range of roles, often portraying complex and strong-willed characters. Her performances left an indelible mark on Hollywood, contributing to the silver screen's rich legacy. Totter's work in film noir classics, such as "Lady in the Lake" and "The Postman Always Rings Twice," solidified her status as a captivating femme fatale.
Totter's acting career spanned several decades, with a notable period of activity from 1944 until the early 1950s. During this time, she worked primarily at MGM, creating memorable movie moments that continue to be celebrated today. Totter's impact on the film industry remains significant, and her contributions to the world of cinema continue to be recognized and appreciated.
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Full Filmography
91 titles- Film Noir: Bringing Darkness to Light (2006) as Self
- Männer im Trenchcoat, Frauen im Pelz (2004) as Self
- Lugosi: Hollywood's Dracula (1997) as Self
- Murder, She Wrote (1984) as Sister Paul
- City Killer (1984) as Receptionist
- The Great Cash Giveaway Getaway (1980) as Judge
- The Apple Dumpling Gang Rides Again (1979) as Martha Osten
- The Nativity (1978) as Elizabeth
- Matt Helm (1975) as Mrs. Simmons, Ellen's mom
- Harry O (1974)
- That's Entertainment! (1974) as (archive footage) (uncredited)
- Police Story (1973)
- Medical Center (1969) as Nurse Wilcox
- Operation Heartbeat (1969) as Eve Wilcox
- Hawaii Five-O (1968) as Mrs. Royce
- Chubasco (1968) as Theresa
- Ironside (1967)
- The Outsider (1967) as Mrs. Bishop
- Run for Your Life (1965) as Dorothy Young
- Harlow (1965) as Marilyn
- The Carpetbaggers (1964) as Prostitute
- Kraft Suspense Theatre (1963) as Mrs. Myra Moran
- Vacation Playhouse (1963)
- The Virginian (1962) as Mrs. Archer
- Our Man Higgins (1962)
- Dr. Kildare (1961) as Ella Vitnack
- Dr. Kildare (1961) as Norma Littell
- Route 66 (1960) as Babe Hunter
- Rawhide (1959) as Vada Nordquist
- Hawaiian Eye (1959)
- Cimarron City (1958) as Beth Purcell
- Man or Gun (1958) as Fran Dare
- Jet Attack (1958) as Tanya Nikova
- Perry Mason (1957) as Reba Burgess
- Ghost Diver (1957) as Anne Stevens
- Dick Powell's Zane Grey Theatre (1956) as Martha Phillips
- On Trial (1956) as Ellen Parsons
- Matinee Theater (1955)
- Cheyenne (1955)
- Alfred Hitchcock Presents (1955) as Betsy Blake
- Alfred Hitchcock Presents (1955) as Mrs. Philips
- The 20th Century Fox Hour (1955) as Ellen Benson
- MGM Parade (1955) as Self
- A Bullet for Joey (1955) as Joyce Geary
- Women's Prison (1955) as Joan Burton
- The Vanishing American (1955) as Marion Warner
- Climax! (1954) as Edna Shaddick
- Climax! (1954) as Dr. Helen Koenig
- Climax! (1954) as Anna Lederer
- The Whistler (1954)
- Massacre Canyon (1954) as Flaxy
- Letter to Loretta (1953) as Mrs. Page
- General Electric Theater (1953) as Ellen
- General Electric Theater (1953) as Mary Lund
- General Electric Theater (1953) as Olga Lemaire
- General Electric Theater (1953) as Betsy Dunn
- Man in the Dark (1953) as Peg Benedict
- Champ for a Day (1953) as Miss Peggy Gormley
- Cruisin' Down the River (1953) as Sally Jane Jackson
- Mission Over Korea (1953) as Kate
- Woman They Almost Lynched (1953) as Kate Quantrill / Kitty McCoy
- Four Star Playhouse (1952) as Lila Lamont
- Assignment: Paris (1952) as Sandy Tate
- The Sellout (1952) as Cleo Bethel
- My Pal Gus (1952) as Joyce Jennings
- Schlitz Playhouse of Stars (1951) as WAF Dietician
- Schlitz Playhouse of Stars (1951)
- The Blue Veil (1951) as Helen Williams
- Under the Gun (1951) as Ruth Williams
- FBI Girl (1951) as Shirley Wayne
- Lux Video Theatre (1950) as Cheryl
- The Set-Up (1949) as Julie
- Alias Nick Beal (1949) as Donna Allen
- Tension (1949) as Claire Quimby
- Any Number Can Play (1949) as Alice Elcott
- The Saxon Charm (1948) as Alma Wragg
- The Unsuspected (1947) as Althea Keane
- The Beginning or the End (1947) as Jean O'Leary
- High Wall (1947) as Dr. Ann Lorrison
- The Postman Always Rings Twice (1946) as Madge Gorland
- Lady in the Lake (1946) as Adrienne Fromsett
- The Cockeyed Miracle (1946) as Jennifer Griggs
- The Secret Heart (1946) as Dinner Party Guest (Voice)
- Her Highness and the Bellboy (1945) as Woman on Rooftop (uncredited)
- Main Street After Dark (1945) as Jessie Belle Dibson
- Adventure (1945) as Ethel (uncredited)
- Bewitched (1945) as Karen (voice) (uncredited)
- Bewitched (1945) as Karen (voice)
- The Hidden Eye (1945) as Perfume Sales Clerk
- Dangerous Partners (1945) as Lili Roegan
- The Sailor Takes a Wife (1945) as Lisa Borescu
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Audrey Totter best known for?
Audrey Totter is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Murder, She Wrote (1984), City Killer (1984), The Apple Dumpling Gang Rides Again (1979), Matt Helm (1975).
When and where was Audrey Totter born?
Audrey Totter was born on December 20, 1917 in Joliet, Illinois, USA. They passed away on December 12, 2013.
How many credits does Audrey Totter have?
Audrey Totter has accumulated over 91 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1945 to 2006.
What is Audrey Totter's background in cinema and television?
Audrey Totter was an American actress of Austrian-Slovene and Swedish descent. She was a former Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer contract player and appeared in films during the 1940s. Totter's acting career spanned various genres, including film noir, dramas, and thrillers. She was known for her husky voice and magnetic presence o...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Matt Helm (1975) as Mrs. Simmons, Ellen's mom — aged about 57
- Alfred Hitchcock Presents (1955) as Betsy Blake — aged about 37
- Alfred Hitchcock Presents (1955) as Mrs. Philips — aged about 37
- Perry Mason (1957) as Reba Burgess — aged about 39
- Murder, She Wrote (1984) as Sister Paul — aged about 66
- MGM Parade (1955) as Self — aged about 37
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