Evelyn Selbie
ActingCareer Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Evelyn Selbie reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Evelyn Selbie'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 20% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Evelyn Selbie remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in A Night at the Opera, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Evelyn Selbie Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Evelyn Selbie's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Evelyn Selbie.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1949 | The Doolins of Oklahoma | Birdie (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Seven Sinners | Fortune Teller (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | You're Not So Tough | Bianca | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Tower of London | Beggar Woman | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Great Commandment | Townswoman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Rough Riders' Round-up | Mexican Fortune-Teller | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Girls Can Play | Restaurant Fortune Teller | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Grand Bounce | Child's Mother (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Seventh Heaven | Old Slattern (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Devil-Doll | Flower Woman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Paddy O'Day | Immigrant Woman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Professional Soldier | Fortune Teller | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | A Night at the Opera | Fortune Teller (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | A Night at the Opera | The Fortune Teller in 'Trovatore' (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | A Notorious Gentleman | Carlena | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | Night Flight | Mother in Window (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | Faithless | Hungry Woman in Bread Line | Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | The Return of Dr. Fu Manchu | Fai Lu | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | Dangerous Paradise | Mrs. Zangiacomo | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | Love Comes Along | Bianca | Flop | Similar → |
| 1929 | The Mysterious Dr. Fu Manchu | Fai Lu | Average | Similar → |
| 1929 | Eternal Love | la mère de Pia | Average | Similar → |
| 1928 | In Old Arizona | Gypsy (Uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1927 | Camille | Camille's Mother | Flop | Similar → |
| 1927 | Wings | Dressing Room Attendant (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | Mademoiselle Midnight | Chiquita | Flop | Similar → |
| 1923 | Snowdrift | Wananebish (prologue) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1922 | Omar the Tentmaker | Zarah | Flop | Similar → |
| 1922 | The Half Breed | Mary | Flop | Similar → |
| 1920 | The Broken Gate | Julia Delafield | Flop | Similar → |
| 1919 | The Red Glove | Tiajuana | Flop | Similar → |
| 1918 | The Grand Passion | Boston Kate | Flop | Similar → |
| 1917 | The Voice on the Wire | Pale Ida | Average | Similar → |
| 1917 | The Terror | Mrs. Connelly | Hit | Similar → |
| 1915 | Broncho Billy's Sentence | Minister's Wife | Flop | Similar → |
| 1915 | Broncho Billy and the False Note | Billy's Sweetheart | Average | Similar → |
| 1915 | The Battle of Snakeville | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1914 | Snakeville's Rising Sons | Pete's Wife | Flop | Similar → |
| 1914 | Broncho Billy's Christmas Spirit | The Prospector's Wife | Flop | Similar → |
| 1914 | Snakeville's Blind Pig | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1914 | Broncho Billy's Dad | Broncho Billy's Mother | Flop | Similar → |
| 1914 | Sophie's Sweetheart | Mrs. Clutts | Flop | Similar → |
| 1914 | The Good-for-Nothing | Mrs. Sterling | Flop | Similar → |
| 1914 | Broncho Billy's True Love | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1913 | Broncho Billy Reforms | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1913 | Broncho Billy's Mistake | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1913 | Broncho Billy and the Navajo Maid | The Navajo Maid | Flop | Similar → |
| 1913 | Broncho Billy and the Western Girls | Evelyn Courtney | Flop | Similar → |
| 1913 | Broncho Billy and the Rustler's Child | Morgan's sick wife | Flop | Similar → |
| 1912 | The Prospector | Dunn's Daughter | Hit | Similar → |
Evelyn Selbie - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Evelyn Selbie?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Evelyn Selbie is "A Night at the Opera" with a rating of 7.4/10.
How many movies has Evelyn Selbie acted in?
Evelyn Selbie has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Evelyn Selbie?
Other notable films include "A Night at the Opera", "Wings", and "The Terror".