Audrey Totter
Audrey Mary Totter (December 20, 1917 – December 12, 2013), was a captivating American actress celebrated for her compelling performances in film noir during the 1940s and 1950s. A former MGM contract star of Austrian-Slovene and Swedish descent, her distinct husky voice and magnetic presence made her a standout femme fatale in classics like "Lady in the Lake" and "The Postman Always Rings Twice." Totter's versatility extended beyond noir, showcasing her talent in various genres, including dramas and thrillers. Her ability to portray complex, strong-willed characters left an indelible mark on Hollywood. Totter's legacy endures through her impactful contributions to the silver screen, forever remembered as an iconic figure in the golden era of cinema. Most references cite December 20, 1918, as her date of birth, although Intelius indicates the year was 1917.
Filmography (82 titles)
7.1MovieFilm Noir: Bringing Darkness to Light
Self · 2006
Männer im Trenchcoat, Frauen im Pelz
Self · 2004
8.5MovieLugosi: Hollywood's Dracula
Self · 1997
6.0MovieCity Killer
Receptionist · 1984
7.5ShowMurder, She Wrote
Sister Paul · 1984
8.0MovieThe Great Cash Giveaway Getaway
Judge · 1980
6.5MovieThe Apple Dumpling Gang Rides Again
Martha Osten · 1979
7.5MovieThe Nativity
Elizabeth · 1978
7.8ShowMatt Helm
Mrs. Simmons, Ellen's mom · 1975
5.2ShowHarry O
1974
7.4MovieThat's Entertainment!
(archive footage) (uncredited) · 1974
7.0ShowPolice Story
1973
6.4ShowMedical Center
Nurse Wilcox · 1969
8.0MovieOperation Heartbeat
Eve Wilcox · 1969
7.2ShowHawaii Five-O
Mrs. Royce · 1968
4.5MovieChubasco
Theresa · 1968
8.0MovieThe Outsider
Mrs. Bishop · 1967
6.9ShowIronside
1967
7.1ShowRun for Your Life
Dorothy Young · 1965
4.7MovieHarlow
Marilyn · 1965
5.9MovieThe Carpetbaggers
Prostitute · 1964
6.5ShowKraft Suspense Theatre
Mrs. Myra Moran · 1963
Vacation Playhouse
1963
Our Man Higgins
1962
6.5ShowThe Virginian
Mrs. Archer · 1962
5.7ShowDr. Kildare
Ella Vitnack · 1961
6.7ShowRoute 66
Babe Hunter · 1960
5.6ShowHawaiian Eye
1959
7.2ShowRawhide
Vada Nordquist · 1959
6.3ShowCimarron City
Beth Purcell · 1958