Effie Laird
ActingCareer Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Effie Laird reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 14 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Effie Laird's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 36% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Effie Laird remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in It's a Wonderful Life, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Effie Laird Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Effie Laird's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Effie Laird.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1955 | East of Eden | Townswoman at Carnival (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Wagons West | Emma, Old Maid | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Steel Fist | Scrubwoman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | All That I Have | Mary Biddle | Flop | Similar → |
| 1950 | California Passage | Mrs. Lynch (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1950 | Triple Trouble | Ma Armstrong | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | House by the River | Mrs. Gaunt | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Jiggs and Maggie in Society | Mrs. Heveydoe | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | Fun on a Weekend | Mrs. Leland Hamilton (Uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | It's a Wonderful Life | Townswoman (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Two Sisters from Boston | Emma (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Strangler of the Swamp | Martina Sanders | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Beneath Western Skies | Carrie Stokes | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | That's Right – You're Wrong | Mrs. Bernice Mann (Uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
Effie Laird - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Effie Laird?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Effie Laird is "It's a Wonderful Life" with a rating of 8.3/10.
How many movies has Effie Laird acted in?
Effie Laird has been featured in at least 14 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Effie Laird?
Other notable films include "East of Eden", "Fun on a Weekend", and "House by the River".




