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Nancy Allen, actor
Actor

Nancy Allen: Movies, Awards & Box Office

films
34
on screen
1975–2023
box office
$237M
nomination
1
average score
80
Born
June 24, 1950 (age 76)
Birthplace
New York, USA
Citizenship
American
Occupations
Actress, Cancer Activist
Years active
1970-present
Career at a glance

Nancy Allen's Career in Numbers

Nancy Allen's films in numbers — as an actor, not counting appearances as themselves: when they were made, the genres Nancy Allen works in most and the milestones along the way. The filmography runs from Forced Entry (1975) to Kiss Toledo Goodbye (1999), and the 1980s were the busiest decade.

Nancy Allen Movies by Decade

  1. 1970s 5
  2. 1980s 12
  3. 1990s 8

The 1980s were Nancy Allen's busiest decade, with 12 films.

Nancy Allen Movies by Genre

  • Comedy 7
  • Thriller 5
  • Drama 3
  • Crime 3
  • Action 2
  • Mystery 2
  • Tv movie 1
  • Adventure 1
  • Horror 1

Comedy is the genre Nancy Allen has worked in most, with 7 films, ahead of thriller (5).

Nancy Allen Career Milestones

First film
Forced Entry 1975
Biggest box office hit
1941 $92.5M worldwide
Newest film
Kiss Toledo Goodbye 1999
34 credits

Nancy Allen Filmography: Every Movie

Every film Nancy Allen is credited on, newest first, with the role, the box office and the Movie Echo Score. Rated films average a score of 80. Re-order the list to see the best-rated films or the biggest hits first.

1 nomination

Nancy Allen: 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 Nancy Allen?

Nancy Allen was born in New York, USA in 1950 and is 76 years old. Credited on films since 1975, as an actor. The background, training and the roles that shaped the career.

Nancy Allen is a notable American actress and cancer activist. Born on June 24, 1950, she has established herself as a powerful performer within the entertainment industry. Her career spans over multiple decades, providing remarkable contributions to film and television. Allen's acting skills have rightfully earned her a spot amongst the prominent figures of Hollywood. From a young age, she displayed an interest towards acting and was able to cultivate an impressive career path that many aspiring artists often dream about. Throughout her career, she has worked with several renowned directors and her performances have received widespread critical acclaim. Allen also used her platform to raise awareness about cancer, showcasing her diligence not just as a performer, but as an active member of the society. Her humanitarian work is as much a part of her legacy as her acting career. Irrespective of the roles she performed, Nancy Allen will always be considered an exceptional artist, an inspiring activist, and a dedicated professional.

Allen was born in New York, USA, and holds American citizenship. Despite the glitz and glamour of Hollywood, she has always been vocal about her roots and often expressed love for her hometown. As an actress, she performed distinct roles and managed to leave an indelible mark with her powerful performances. She remains an inspirational figure for many young actresses who aspire to make it big in the industry. Apart from her outstanding acting career and philanthropic pursuits, Allen also lived an engaging personal life. Throughout her life, she's been married and divorced several times, reflecting her complex and intriguing off-screen life. Despite the ups and downs in her personal life, Allen prioritized her children, contributing significantly towards their upbringing. In all facets of her life, Nancy Allen has showcased determination, resilience, and a strong commitment to her values and principles.

Works with

Who Nancy Allen Makes Movies With

The actors and directors Nancy Allen shares the most films with. Brian De Palma comes first, with 5 films together, followed by John Travolta (3).

FAQ

Nancy Allen: Questions & Answers

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

How many movies has Nancy Allen been in?

Nancy Allen is credited on 34 films, from 1975 to 2023. The filmography on this page lists every one of them, newest first, with the role and the Movie Echo Score.

What is Nancy Allen's highest-grossing movie?

1941 (1979) is Nancy Allen's biggest box office hit, with $92.5M worldwide, ahead of RoboCop (1987) ($53.4M). Across every film with box office figures, Nancy Allen's movies have made $237M.

Nancy Allen's biggest hits

What is the best Nancy Allen movie?

By the Movie Echo Score, which blends critic reviews, audience ratings and lasting impact, Nancy Allen's best-rated film is In Search of Tomorrow (2022) with a score of 89, followed by In Search of Darkness: Part II (2020) (70).

Best Nancy Allen movies, ranked

Has Nancy Allen won an Oscar?

Nancy Allen has not been nominated for an Oscar. Across every ceremony in the awards database, Nancy Allen has 0 wins from 1 nomination.

How old is Nancy Allen?

Nancy Allen is 76 years old, born on June 24, 1950 in New York, USA.

What is Nancy Allen's newest movie?

The most recent film on Nancy Allen's filmography is RoboDoc: The Creation of RoboCop (2023), in the role of Self.

Who does Nancy Allen work with most often?

Nancy Allen shares the most films with Brian De Palma (5 films), John Travolta (3 films) and Dennis Franz (3 films).

The Best Nancy Allen Movies, Ranked

Top rated, most awarded and biggest box office hits from 34 credits.

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