Biography
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.
Acted in 75
1980s
- 1984
- 1980
The Great Cash Giveaway Getaway
Judge
1970s
- 1979
- 1978
The Nativity
Elizabeth
- 1975
- 1974
That's Entertainment!
(archive footage) (uncredited)
- 1973
1960s
- 1969
Operation Heartbeat
Eve Wilcox
- 1968
Chubasco
Theresa
- 1967
The Outsider
Mrs. Bishop
- 1965
Harlow
Marilyn
- 1964
- 1963
- 1962
Our Man Higgins
TV
- 1961
- 1960
1950s
- 1959
- 1958
Cimarron City
Beth Purcell · 26 episodes
Man or Gun
Fran Dare
- 1957
- 1956
- 1955
The Vanishing American
Marion Warner
Women's Prison
Joan Burton
- 1954
Massacre Canyon
Flaxy
- 1953
Champ for a Day
Miss Peggy Gormley
Cruisin' Down the River
Sally Jane Jackson
Mission Over Korea
Kate
Man in the Dark
Peg Benedict
Woman They Almost Lynched
Kate Quantrill / Kitty McCoy
General Electric Theater
Ellen, Mary Lund, Olga Lemaire, Betsy Dunn · 1 episode
- 1952
My Pal Gus
Joyce Jennings
Assignment: Paris
Sandy Tate
The Sellout
Cleo Bethel
- 1951
FBI Girl
Shirley Wayne
The Blue Veil
Helen Williams
Schlitz Playhouse of Stars
WAF Dietician · 1 episode
Under the Gun
Ruth Williams
- 1950
1940s
- 1949
Any Number Can Play
Alice Elcott
Alias Nick Beal
Donna Allen
- 1948
The Saxon Charm
Alma Wragg
- 1947
High Wall
Dr. Ann Lorrison
The Beginning or the End
Jean O'Leary
- 1946
The Secret Heart
Dinner Party Guest (Voice)
The Cockeyed Miracle
Jennifer Griggs
- 1945
The Sailor Takes a Wife
Lisa Borescu
Adventure
Ethel (uncredited)
Her Highness and the Bellboy
Woman on Rooftop (uncredited)
The Hidden Eye
Perfume Sales Clerk
Bewitched
Karen (voice) (uncredited), Karen (voice)
Dangerous Partners
Lili Roegan
Main Street After Dark
Jessie Belle Dibson
Appearances3
2000s
- 2006
Film Noir: Bringing Darkness to Light
Self
1990s
- 1997
Lugosi: Hollywood's Dracula
Self
1950s
- 1955
