Grace Fulton became interested in acting at a young age, making her first debut in the TV seriesThat’s Lifein 2001. Fulton would continue to appear in television series until she landed her first featured role in the 2007 indie filmBadland.Her star would continue to rise, and after her marriage in 2022 and name change toGrace Caroline Currey, the actor would land two of her most significant roles to date, in the cult hitFalland lateras Mary Bromfieldin the DC Extended Universe filmsShazam!andShazam! Fury of the Gods.
From a humble beginning, including minor appearances in tv, short films, and family entertainment to blockbuster star, we look at the best Grace Caroline Currey performances, ranked.
Among her credits, Grace Caroline Currey has made multiple guest appearances across various TV Shows, includingJag,Ghost Writer, andBones. However, her most significant guest appearance, lasting more than one episode, was in the ABC TV seriesRevenge.
Revengefollows the infiltration of an elite society by a young woman, Emily Thorne (Emily VanCamp), seeking to redeem her father’s name. Currey, who appeared in four episodes, played the young version of the main antagonist (Madeleine Stowe). While this role did not have much effect on the story, it allowed a young Currey to get her name and face out there in afan-favorite TV series.
9Our First Christmas
By simply saying “Hallmark Christmas Movie,” most viewers in the know will get an idea of the type and quality of content and whether it appeals to them. For some, these movies mark an annual tradition to help bring in the holiday spirit, while others find them mass-produced and too generic to be of note.
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Our First Christmasis notable as being more focused on broader family dynamics beyond a simple wintertime romance as two older adults find love after losing their previous partners. Here, Grace Caroline Currey plays one of the many children at the first Christmas, merging the two families. This is a minor and early role for the actor, but for those who find Hallmark moviesa guilty pleasure,Our First Christmasis undoubtedly worth a watch.
8Annabelle: Creation
The second movie in theAnnabelleseries,Annabelle: Creation, acted as a prequel to introduce the origins of the haunted doll. Grace Caroline Currey had a minor role in the film Carol, one of the orphanage’s inhabitants, the movie’s primary location.
Despite this being a minor role, Currey having her name attached to one of the most successful modern horror franchises in The Conjuring Universe makes this a noteworthy credit. The film would also mark her first foray into horror, a genre where she would see greater success in 2022’sFall.
7Hart of the Wild Bunch
Grace Caroline Currey has starred in several short films, and out of all of them, the most exciting project came viaHart of the Wild Bunch. An homage toThe Wild Bunch, but with an all-woman group of vigilantes, the short is a fun nodto past Westernswith a unique perspective on the genre. Here Currey plays Zamora, one of the bada** women in the group, an entertaining role despite the short runtime.
6Vampire Dad
Aiming to be a throwback to kitschy'60s horror flickswith a modern twist,Vampire Dadfollows a family man turned vampire having to hide his newfound transformation from his family. This extends to his teenage daughter Susie, played by Currey, who has to navigate the follies of youth on top of having a bloodsucker for a dad.
WhileVampire Dadfailed to find an audience, due in part to its crass humor that felt out of step with the warm ’60s vibes, the movie is still marked by some phenomenal performances, including Barak Hardley as Bob and Jackson Hurst as the titular vampire dad. Still, Currey holds her own and gets to flex her comedic chops as a youth in revolt. Even if the film lacks bite, it is worth checking out for those wanting to see more from the talented Currey.
5Painted Horses
Sweet and inspirational,Painted Horsesis one of those films that resonates with positivity, devoid of any violence or mature content. Following a teacher with a troubled past, Pam Hoog, played by Madelyn Deutch, decides to help a group of troubled youths by drawing from her own experiences. The film focuses on teaching personal values, learning, and the power that comes with being in control of one’s own destiny.
Grace Caroline Currey plays Paige, one of the girls that comes under the tutelage of Hoog. While the film is restricted by its budget, the messaging and positivity come across with genuine sincerity. Moreover, as Currey’s earlier career was defined by involvement in many wholesome, family-oriented content, she fits in perfectly within the cast ofPainted Horses.
4Most Guys are Losers
This is a romantic comedy about a young man, Bo (Michael Provost) who travels to Chicago to seek approval from his girlfriend’s dad Mark (Andy Buckley), author of the fictional dating bookMost Guys Are Losers, from which the film derives its name. Grace Caroline Currey plays Sandy, a supporting friend who thinks Bo is the ideal fit for his future partner.
While not having played the romantic lead in a film seems like a missed opportunity for the versatile and charming Currey, her role inMost Guys Are Loserswas complimentary to the plot.
With much of Currey’s career at this point being as a child actor, it is important to look at those performances and the trajectory they put her on to get her where she is today. Her first feature-length film,Badlanddeals withthe harsh realities of war, and how it can affect a person once they return and have to integrate back into society after seeing horrors that are not relatable to the majority.
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InBadland, Currey plays Celina Rice, the daughter of Jerrie Rice (Jamie Draven), a soldier returning from the Iraq war. For such a heavy subject and pressures placed on the young actress to convey how elements like PTSD can affect the family, Currey gives a memorable performance that would serve as a precursor to her later stardom.
A single-location horror/thriller film,Fallwas a minor hit, turning a profit at the theaters and gaining a fair amount of fanfare. Following two friends as they scale and get stuck atop a 2,000-foot-high abandoned TV tower. The ensuing fight for survival sees Currey’s character Becky having to reconcile her past as she is faced with the prospect of death.
While the inherent suspense of being stranded drives the more exciting elements of the movie, Currey’s performance as a woman struggling with addiction after the death of her partner is a complex character that the actor conveys with skill. In addition, her performance across from Virginia Gardner as Hunter isa sincere portrayal of friendship.
Currey would enter theDC Comics Extended Universeas Mary Bromfield, inShazam!playing the younger version of Mary, while Michelle Borth wearing Mary’s superhero costume. The sequel,Shazam! Fury of the Godswould see her in both roles as she donned the cape alongside Zachary Levi, who played Shazam.
While the sequelShazam! Fury of the Godsstruggled at the box officeand was not as well received critically as the first film, Currey’s role as Mary has been called a breakout role for the actor. It will truly be exciting to see where Currey goes from here, with her next upcoming project,A Lost Memory,presenting an exciting prospect to see her in the lead role of a romance/drama.
