Louise Dresser
ActingCareer Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Louise Dresser reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 49 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Louise Dresser'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 10% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Louise Dresser remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in David Harum, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Louise Dresser Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Louise Dresser's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Louise Dresser.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1961 | The Legend of Rudolph Valentino | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Maid of Salem | Ellen Clarke | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | The County Chairman | Mrs. Rigby | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | A Girl of the Limberlost | Katherine Comstock | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | Servants' Entrance | Mrs. Hansen | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | The World Moves On | Baroness von Gerhardt | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Scarlet Empress | Empress Elizabeth Petrovna | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | David Harum | Polly | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Cradle Song | Prioress | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | Doctor Bull | Mme Herbert Banning | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Song of the Eagle | Emma Hoffman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | State Fair | Melissa Frake | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | Stepping Sisters | Mrs. Cissie Ramsey | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | Caught | Calamity | Average | Similar → |
| 1930 | Lightnin' | Mrs. Mary Jones | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | The Three Sisters | Marta | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | This Mad World | Pauline Parisot - Paul's Mother | Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | Mammy | Mother Fuller | Average | Similar → |
| 1929 | Not Quite Decent | Mame Jarrow | Flop | Similar → |
| 1929 | Madonna of Avenue A | Georgia Morton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1928 | Mother Knows Best | Ma Quail | Flop | Similar → |
| 1928 | The Air Circus | Mrs. Blake | Flop | Similar → |
| 1928 | The Garden of Eden | Rosa | Average | Similar → |
| 1928 | A Ship Comes In | Mrs. Pleznik | Average | Similar → |
| 1927 | Mr. Wu | Mrs. Gregory | Average | Similar → |
| 1927 | White Flannels | Mrs. Jacob Politz | Flop | Similar → |
| 1926 | The Third Degree | Alicia Daly | Flop | Similar → |
| 1926 | Everybody's Acting | Anastasia Potter | Flop | Similar → |
| 1926 | Gigolo | Julia Gory | Flop | Similar → |
| 1926 | Broken Hearts of Hollywood | Virginia Perry | Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | Padlocked | Mrs. Alcott | Average | Similar → |
| 1926 | The Blind Goddess | Mrs. Eileen Clayton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1926 | Fifth Avenue | Claudine Kemp | Flop | Similar → |
| 1925 | The Eagle | The Czarina, Catherine II | Average | Similar → |
| 1925 | The Goose Woman | Marie de Nardi / Mary Holmes | Average | Similar → |
| 1925 | Percy | Mrs. Rogers | Flop | Similar → |
| 1925 | Enticement | Mrs. Samuel Murray | Flop | Similar → |
| 1924 | Cheap Kisses | Jane Dillingham | Flop | Similar → |
| 1924 | To the Ladies | Mrs. Kincaid | Flop | Similar → |
| 1924 | The City That Never Sleeps | Mother O'Day | Flop | Similar → |
| 1924 | What Shall I Do? | Mrs. McLean | Flop | Similar → |
| 1924 | The Next Corner | Nina Race | Flop | Similar → |
| 1923 | Woman-Proof | Wilma Rockwood | Flop | Similar → |
| 1923 | Ruggles of Red Gap | Mrs. Effie Floud | Flop | Similar → |
| 1923 | Prodigal Daughters | Mrs. Forbes | Flop | Similar → |
| 1923 | The Fog | Mrs. Theddon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1922 | Enter Madame | Mrs. Flora Preston | Average | Similar → |
| 1922 | Burning Sands | Kate Bindane | Flop | Similar → |
| 1922 | The Glory of Clementina | Lena Fontaine | Flop | Similar → |
Louise Dresser - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Louise Dresser?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Louise Dresser is "David Harum" with a rating of 7.0/10.
How many movies has Louise Dresser acted in?
Louise Dresser has been featured in at least 49 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Louise Dresser?
Other notable films include "This Mad World", "The Scarlet Empress", and "Doctor Bull".