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Actor

Candy Clark: Movies, Awards & Box Office

films
38
on screen
1972–2018
box office
$189M
nomination
1
average score
42
Born
June 20, 1947 (age 79)
Birthplace
Norman, Oklahoma, U.S.
Full name
Candace June Clark
Citizenship
United States
Occupations
Actress, Model
Years active
1972-present
Spouses
Marjoe Gortner, Jeff Wald
Career at a glance

Candy Clark's Career in Numbers

Candy Clark's films in numbers — as an actor, not counting appearances as themselves: when they were made, the genres Candy Clark works in most and the milestones along the way. The filmography runs from Fat City (1972) to 5 Weddings (2018), and the 1980s were the busiest decade.

Candy Clark Movies by Decade

  1. 1970s 10
  2. 1980s 11
  3. 1990s 2
  4. 2000s 4
  5. 2010s 4

The 1980s were Candy Clark's busiest decade, with 11 films.

Candy Clark Movies by Genre

  • Drama 11
  • Comedy 4
  • Horror 3
  • Thriller 3
  • Tv movie 3
  • Crime 2
  • Sci-Fi 2
  • Action 1
  • Family 1

Drama is the genre Candy Clark has worked in most, with 11 films, ahead of comedy (4).

Candy Clark Career Milestones

First film
Fat City 1972
Biggest box office hit
American Graffiti $115M worldwide
Best-rated film
Cold Moon Movie Echo Score 53
Newest film
5 Weddings 2018
38 credits

Candy Clark Filmography: Every Movie

Every film Candy Clark is credited on, newest first, with the role, the box office and the Movie Echo Score. Rated films average a score of 42. Re-order the list to see the best-rated films or the biggest hits first.

Candy Clark Movies as an Actor

31
  1. 2018 5 Weddings (2018) movie poster 5 Weddings as Claudia Burrell · Drama Movie Echo Score: 31
  2. 2017 Cold Moon (2017) movie poster Cold Moon as Evelyn Larkin · Drama Movie Echo Score: 53
  3. 2017 Twin Peaks: The Return (2017) movie poster Twin Peaks: The Return as Doris Truman · Crime
  4. 2013 The 1st Annual Live ‘On Cinema’ Oscar Special (2013) movie poster The 1st Annual Live ‘On Cinema’ Oscar Special as Candy Clark · Comedy
  5. 2008 The Boneyard Collection (2008) movie poster The Boneyard Collection as Jane Torquemada (segment "Cry of the Mummy") · Horror
  6. 2008 Dog Tags (2008) movie poster Dog Tags as Deb Merritt · Drama
  7. 2000 Cherry Falls (2000) movie poster Cherry Falls as Marge Marken · Thriller
  8. 2000 This Is How the World Ends (2000) movie poster This Is How the World Ends as Bus Driver
  9. 1994 Radioland Murders (1994) movie poster Radioland Murders as Billy's Mom · Drama
  10. 1992 The Price She Paid (1992) movie poster The Price She Paid as Marlene · Thriller
  11. 1988 The Blob (1988) movie poster The Blob as Fran Hewitt · Sci-Fi
  12. 1986 Popeye Doyle (1986) movie poster Popeye Doyle as Corinne Evans · Thriller
  13. 1983 Amityville 3-D (1983) movie poster Amityville 3-D Horror
  14. 1983 Blue Thunder (1983) movie poster Blue Thunder Action
  15. 1983 Hambone and Hillie (1983) movie poster Hambone and Hillie as Nancy Rollins · Family
  16. 1983 Cocaine and Blue Eyes (1983) movie poster Cocaine and Blue Eyes as Ruthann Gideon · Drama
  17. 1982 Johnny Belinda (1982) movie poster Johnny Belinda as Julie Sayles · Drama
  18. 1982 The Tale of the Frog Prince (1982) movie poster The Tale of the Frog Prince as Queen Gwynneth / Candy · Tv movie
  19. 1982 Q (1982) movie poster Q as Joan · Horror
  20. 1982 National Lampoon’s Movie Madness (1982) movie poster National Lampoon’s Movie Madness as Susan Cooper ("Growing Yourself") · Comedy
  21. 1982 Twilight Theatre (1982) movie poster Twilight Theatre Tv movie
  22. 1979 More American Graffiti (1979) movie poster More American Graffiti Drama
  23. 1979 When You Comin’ Back, Red Ryder? (1979) movie poster When You Comin’ Back, Red Ryder? as Cheryl · Drama
  24. 1979 Amateur Night at the Dixie Bar and Grill (1979) movie poster Amateur Night at the Dixie Bar and Grill as Sharee · Comedy
  25. 1978 The Big Sleep (1978) movie poster The Big Sleep as Camilla Sternwood · Crime
  26. 1977 Citizens Band (1977) movie poster Citizens Band Drama
  27. 1976 The Man Who Fell to Earth (1976) movie poster The Man Who Fell to Earth Sci-Fi
  28. 1976 I Will, I Will…For Now (1976) movie poster I Will, I Will…For Now as Sally Bingham · Comedy
  29. 1976 James Dean (1976) movie poster James Dean as Chris White · Tv movie
  30. 1973 American Graffiti (1973) movie poster American Graffiti Drama
  31. 1972 Fat City (1972) movie poster Fat City Drama
1 nomination

Candy Clark: Awards & Nominations

1 nomination across 1 award body. Every ceremony is listed newest first, with the category and the film.

All movie awards
Biography

Who Is Candy Clark?

Candy Clark was born in Norman, Oklahoma, U.S. in 1947 and is 79 years old. Credited on films since 1972, as an actor. The background, training and the roles that shaped the career.

Candace June Clark, better known as Candy Clark, is an accomplished American actress and model, born on June 20, 1947 in Norman, Oklahoma. Clark's acting journey began with the character of Faye in John Huston's film Fat City in 1972. This was the platform from which she launched her successful career, going on to attain prominent roles in several successful films over the years. Her most notable performances can be seen in films such as American Graffiti (1973), where she played Debbie Dunham, and The Man Who Fell to Earth (1976), where she portrayed Mary Lou. These roles not only established her as a reputable actress but also gained her an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress.

Besides her career in film, Clark has made her presence felt in the world of television, with guest appearances in numerous series, such as 'Magnum, P.I.', 'Simon & Simon', 'Baywatch Nights' and 'Twin Peaks: The Return', among others. Her continuous active involvement in the industry from 1972 till the present day highlights her sustained commitment to her craft. Aside from her professional life, Clark was also romantically involved with actor Jeff Bridges for several years after they met on the set of Fat City. She was later married to Marjoe Gortner and Jeff Wald, however, both marriages ended in divorce.

Works with

Who Candy Clark Makes Movies With

The actors and directors Candy Clark shares the most films with. Cindy Williams comes first, with 4 films together, followed by Paul Le Mat (4).

FAQ

Candy Clark: Questions & Answers

How many movies Candy Clark has made, the biggest hit, the best-rated film, the award record and more, answered from the filmography above.

How many movies has Candy Clark been in?

Candy Clark is credited on 38 films, from 1972 to 2018. The filmography on this page lists every one of them, newest first, with the role and the Movie Echo Score.

What is Candy Clark's highest-grossing movie?

American Graffiti (1973) is Candy Clark's biggest box office hit, with $115M worldwide, ahead of Blue Thunder (1983) ($42.3M). Across every film with box office figures, Candy Clark's movies have made $189M.

Candy Clark's biggest hits

What is the best Candy Clark movie?

By the Movie Echo Score, which blends critic reviews, audience ratings and lasting impact, Candy Clark's best-rated film is Cold Moon (2017) with a score of 53, followed by 5 Weddings (2018) (31).

Best Candy Clark movies, ranked

Has Candy Clark won an Oscar?

Candy Clark has been nominated for an Oscar but has not won one yet. Across every ceremony in the awards database, Candy Clark has 0 wins from 1 nomination.

How old is Candy Clark?

Candy Clark is 79 years old, born on June 20, 1947 in Norman, Oklahoma, U.S..

What is Candy Clark's newest movie?

The most recent film on Candy Clark's filmography is 5 Weddings (2018), in the role of Claudia Burrell.

Who does Candy Clark work with most often?

Candy Clark shares the most films with Cindy Williams (4 films), Paul Le Mat (4 films) and Bo Hopkins (3 films).

The Best Candy Clark Movies, Ranked

Top rated, most awarded and biggest box office hits from 38 credits.

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