Lillian Yarbo
ActingAbout Lillian Yarbo
Lillian Yarbo is an actress, known for You Can't Take It with You (1938), Destry Rides Again (1939) and The Great Man's Lady (1942).
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Lillian Yarbo reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 33 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Lillian Yarbo'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 24% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Lillian Yarbo remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Rainbow on the River, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Lillian Yarbo Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Lillian Yarbo's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Lillian Yarbo.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1949 | Night Unto Night | Josephine | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | My Brother Talks to Horses | Psyche | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Saratoga Trunk | Hotel Maid (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Naughty Nineties | Effie - Bonita's Cook (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Gang's All Here | Maid (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Swing Shift Maisie | Myrtlee | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Redhead from Manhattan | Polly | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Presenting Lily Mars | Rosa - Isobel's Maid | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Between Us Girls | Phoebe, the Maid | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Wild Bill Hickok Rides | Daisy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Great Man's Lady | Mandy | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Moon Over Her Shoulder | Juline - the Maid | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Henry Aldrich for President | Lucinda | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Return of Frank James | Eleanor's Maid (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | They Drive by Night | Chloe, Lana's Maid (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Lucky Cisco Kid | Queenie (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Lillian Russell | Maid | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Destry Rides Again | Clara | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Way Down South | Janie | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Gracie Allen Murder Case | Maid | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Jones Family in Hollywood | Maid (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Family Next Door | Blossom | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle | Mary (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Society Lawyer | Maid | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Cafe Society | Mattie Harriett | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Persons in Hiding | Beauty Parlor Maid | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Kentucky | Magnolia | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | You Can't Take It with You | Rheba | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Penrod's Double Trouble | Mrs. Washington (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Wives Under Suspicion | Creola | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Big Town Girl | Scarlett | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Stella Dallas | Gladys (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Rainbow on the River | Seline (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
Lillian Yarbo - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Lillian Yarbo?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Lillian Yarbo is "Rainbow on the River" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Lillian Yarbo acted in?
Lillian Yarbo has been featured in at least 33 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Lillian Yarbo?
Other notable films include "You Can't Take It with You", "Destry Rides Again", and "Stella Dallas".