Etta McDaniel
ActingAbout Etta McDaniel
Etta McDaniel was born on December 1, 1890 in Wichita, Kansas, USA. She was an actress, known for Son of Dracula (1943), The Great Man's Lady (1942) and Johnny Doughboy (1942). She died on January 13, 1946 in Los Angeles, California, USA. Sister of players Hattie McDaniel and Sam McDaniel.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Etta McDaniel reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 47 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Etta McDaniel's filmography leans towards the Comedy 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 21% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Etta McDaniel remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Sweetheart of the Navy, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Etta McDaniel Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Etta McDaniel's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Etta McDaniel.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1945 | Incendiary Blonde | Etta - Texas' Maid (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Thin Man Goes Home | Ronson's Maid (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | What a Man! | Bluebell | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Son of Dracula | Sarah | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | False Faces | Magnolia | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | They Came to Blow Up America | Theresa | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Johnny Doughboy | Mammy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | American Empire | Willa May | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Mokey | Cindy Molishus | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | You're in the Army Now | Della | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Great Man's Lady | Delilah | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Pittsburgh Kid | Magenta | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Thieves Fall Out | Blossom | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Golden Hoofs | Divinity | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Life with Henry | Kelopatra Johnson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Know For Sure | supporting role | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Charter Pilot | Ophie | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Carolina Moon | Mammy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Farmer's Daughter | Anna (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | The House Across the Bay | Lydia | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Chicken Wagon Family | Black Mammy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Sergeant Madden | Dove | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Tom Sawyer, Detective | Tulip | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Three Loves Has Nancy | Mammy (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Keep Smiling | Violet | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Termites of 1938 | Mandy - The Maid (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Man Bites Lovebug | The Maid | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Living on Love | Lizbeth | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | On Such a Night | Samantha | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Stella Dallas | Agnes (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Sweetheart of the Navy | Lily, the Cook | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Go-Getter | Wife of Mr. J. Brown #2 (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Mile a Minute Love | Eunice | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Love Is News | Woman Getting Marriage License (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Smartest Girl in Town | Phoebe | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Magnificent Brute | Lavolia | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Glory Trail | Mandy Johnson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Devil Is a Sissy | Molly | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Green Pastures | Heckler at the Ark (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Palm Springs | Mammy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Lonely Trail | Mammy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Prisoner of Shark Island | Aunt Rosabelle | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Lawless Nineties | Mandy Lou Schaefer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Personal Maid's Secret | Maid | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Arizonian | Sarah | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | Smoking Guns | Clementine | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | Man's Castle | Maid in Dressing Room (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
Etta McDaniel - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Etta McDaniel?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Etta McDaniel is "Sweetheart of the Navy" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Etta McDaniel acted in?
Etta McDaniel has been featured in at least 47 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Etta McDaniel?
Other notable films include "The Thin Man Goes Home", "Golden Hoofs", and "False Faces".