Gertrude Short
ActingCareer Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Gertrude Short 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 Gertrude Short'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 18% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Gertrude Short remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in A Bit o' Heaven, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Gertrude Short Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Gertrude Short's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Gertrude Short.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1945 | Guest Pests | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Tom, Dick and Harry | Bridge Matron (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Broadway Serenade | 2nd 5&10 Salesgirl (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | You Can't Get Away with Murder | Peg (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Tip-Off Girls | 'Boots' Milburn | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Wild Money | Miss Green | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Penny Wisdom | Chloe Smudge (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Park Avenue Logger | Margy MacLean | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Woman Wanted | Gertie | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Front Page Woman | Miss Dunn (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | 'G' Men | Collins' Moll (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | The St. Louis Kid | Babe Smith - the Girl Buck Picks Up | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Happiness Ahead | Party Reveller | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Key | Evie, the barmaid | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Thin Man | Marian (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Love Birds | Burlesque Girl | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Son of Kong | Persistent Reporter (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | Secret Sinners | Sue's Chum - the Chorus Girl | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Girl in 419 | Lucy - Housekeeper | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | Blonde Venus | Sally, Receptionist at Talent Agency (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | What Price Hollywood? | Waitress Letting Mary Serve Max (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Gigolettes | Gertie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | Easy to Get | Gertrude | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | Laughing Sinners | Edna | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | Sin Takes a Holiday | Bobbie (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1929 | The Broadway Hoofer | Annabelle | Flop | Similar → |
| 1929 | Gold Diggers of Broadway | Topsy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | Bulldog Drummond | Barmaid | Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | The Show | Lena Driskai | Average | Similar → |
| 1926 | Ladies of Leisure | Marian Forrest | Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | The Other Woman's Story | Mildred Van | Flop | Similar → |
| 1925 | Beggar on Horseback | Gladys Cady | Average | Similar → |
| 1925 | The Talker | Maud Fells | Flop | Similar → |
| 1925 | The Narrow Street | Nell Mangan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1924 | Barbara Frietchie | Sue Rogers | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | Sherlock's Home | Sadie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1924 | Leap Year | Molly Morris | Flop | Similar → |
| 1923 | The Man Life Passed By | Paula | Flop | Similar → |
| 1923 | The Gold Diggers | Topsy St. John | Flop | Similar → |
| 1923 | The Prisoner | Lady Jane | Flop | Similar → |
| 1921 | The Blot | Neighbor Olsen's Daughter (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1920 | You Never Can Tell | Vera | Flop | Similar → |
| 1918 | The Only Road | Bianca | Flop | Similar → |
| 1918 | Amarilly of Clothes-Line Alley | Gossip (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1917 | A Little Princess | Ermigarde | Flop | Similar → |
| 1917 | A Bit o' Heaven | A Raggedy Ruggles | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1917 | Skinny Gets a Goat | The New Cashier | Flop | Similar → |
| 1916 | Luke's Movie Muddle | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1914 | The Test | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1912 | The Driver Of The Deadwood Coach | Driver's Daughter | Flop | Similar → |
Gertrude Short - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Gertrude Short?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Gertrude Short is "A Bit o' Heaven" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Gertrude Short acted in?
Gertrude Short has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Gertrude Short?
Other notable films include "The Thin Man", "Barbara Frietchie", and "Gold Diggers of Broadway".