Lya Mara - Actor Profile

Lya Mara

Acting
Freshness: Jan 23, 2026
46Total Films
6.0 Highest Rated
Born: Aug 1, 1897
Birth Place: Riga, Russian Empire

About Lya Mara

Lya Mara, born Aleksandra Gudowicz to a Polish family in Riga, Livonia (now Latvia), was a silent film star in Germany 1916 - 1931.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Lya Mara reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 46 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Lya Mara'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 0% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Lya Mara remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Crimson Circle, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Lya Mara Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Lya Mara's career based on audience ratings.

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Lya Mara.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1931 Everyone Asks for Erika Erika Poliakoff Flop Similar →
1929 The Crimson Circle Thalia Drummond Average Similar →
1929 Mein Herz ist eine Jazzband Jessie Flop Similar →
1928 Mary Lou Mary-Lou Flop Similar →
1928 Heut tanzt Mariett Mariett Flop Similar →
1927 Das tanzende Wien Komtesse Frizzi Zirsky Flop Similar →
1927 The Gypsy Baron Saffi Flop Similar →
1926 Die lachende Grille Die kleine Fadette Flop Similar →
1926 An der Schönen Blauen Donau Mizzi Staudinger Flop Similar →
1926 The Bohemian Dancer Försterchristel Flop Similar →
1925 Frauen, die man oft nicht grüßt Nina Flop Similar →
1924 Ein Weihnachtsfilm für Große - Flop Similar →
1924 Auf Befehl der Pompadour Lucienne Flop Similar →
1923 Daisy. Das Abenteuer einer Lady - Flop Similar →
1923 Auferstehung. Katjuscha Maslowa Katjuscha Maslowa Flop Similar →
1923 Lyda Ssanin Lyda Ssanin Flop Similar →
1923 Die Männer der Sybill - Flop Similar →
1923 Das Mädel aus der Hölle - Flop Similar →
1922 Die Tochter Napoleons Marion Flop Similar →
1922 Erniedrigte und Beleidigte - Flop Similar →
1922 Yvette, die Modeprinzessin - Flop Similar →
1922 Die Geliebte des Königs - Flop Similar →
1922 Die Ehe der Fürstin Demidoff - Flop Similar →
1922 Tanja, die Frau an der Kette - Flop Similar →
1921 Das Mädel von Picadilly - Flop Similar →
1921 Aus den Memoiren einer Filmschauspielerin - Flop Similar →
1921 Trix, der Roman einer Millionärin - Flop Similar →
1921 Miss Beryll... die Laune eines Millionärs - Flop Similar →
1921 Die Geliebte des Grafen Varenne Die Geliebte Flop Similar →
1921 Wer unter Euch ohne Sünde ist - Flop Similar →
1921 Fasching - Flop Similar →
1920 Anna Karenina Anna Karenina Flop Similar →
1920 Yoshiwara - Flop Similar →
1920 Kri-Kri, die Herzogin von Tarabac Kri-Kri Flop Similar →
1920 Die Prinzessin vom Nil - Flop Similar →
1919 Manon: The High Song of Love Manon Lescaut Flop Similar →
1919 Maria Evere - Flop Similar →
1918 Die Rothenburger Lene Flop Similar →
1918 Die Nonne und der Harlekin - Flop Similar →
1918 Margarete. Die Geschichte einer Gefallenen - Flop Similar →
1918 Halkas Gelöbnis Halka Flop Similar →
1917 The Polish Dancer - Flop Similar →
1917 Das Geschlecht der Schelme. 1. Teil - Flop Similar →
1916 Chcemy męża - Flop Similar →
1916 Studenci Stasia Majewska Flop Similar →
1916 Wściekły rywal - Flop Similar →

Lya Mara - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Lya Mara?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Lya Mara is "The Crimson Circle" with a rating of 6.0/10.

How many movies has Lya Mara acted in?

Lya Mara has been featured in at least 46 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Lya Mara?

Other notable films include "The Polish Dancer", "Die Geliebte des Grafen Varenne", and "Auf Befehl der Pompadour".