Nina Foch
Biography
Nina Foch, born Nina Consuelo Maud Fock on April 20, 1924, in the Netherlands, was a distinguished Dutch American actress whose career left a lasting impact on Hollywood. At just 19, she signed a contract with Columbia Pictures, quickly making her mark in the studio’s array of horror films and film noir. By the mid-1940s through the 1950s, Foch had solidified her status as a leading lady, often portraying characters that embodied a cool, sophisticated demeanor.
Over her remarkable six-decade career, Foch appeared in more than 50 feature films and made over 100 appearances on television, showcasing her versatility and talent across various genres. Her contributions to the entertainment industry have been celebrated and remembered long after her passing on December 5, 2008. Foch's ability to resonate with audiences and her commitment to her craft have made her a timeless figure in film history.
Filmography
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The Dark Past
1948 • Betty
Executive Suite
1954 • Erica Martin
Cash McCall
1960 • Maude Kennard
Hush
1998 • Alice Baring
My Name Is Julia Ross
1945 • Julia Ross
How to Deal
2003 • Grandma Halley
Strange Affair
1944 • Frieda Brenner
Young Man with Ideas
1952 • Joyce Laramie
Morning Glory (1993)
1993 • Miss Beasly
Shadow of Doubt (1998)
1998 • Sylvia Saxon
Jennifer (1978)
1978 • Mrs. Calley
Back When We Were Grownups
2004
Cry of the Werewolf
1944 • Celeste
Skin Deep
1989 • Alex's Mother
A Song to Remember
1945 • Constantia
Such Good Friends
1971 • Julie's Mother
Scaramouche
1952 • Marie Antoinette
It's My Party
1996
The Return of the Vampire
1943 • Nicki Saunders
Three Brave Men
1956 • Lt. Mary Jane McCoy
Four Guns to the Border
1954 • Maggie Flannery
Prescription: Murder
1968 • Carol Flemming