Phyllis Allen
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Phyllis Allen (November 25, 1861 – March 26, 1938) was an American vaudeville and silent screen comedian. She worked with Charles Chaplin, Mabel Normand, Roscoe "Fatty" Arbuckle, and Mack Sennett during a film career spanning 74 movies in the decade between 1913 and 1923. Due to her imposing demeanour and perennially haughty expression, she was quite similar in appearance to fellow screen comedian Marie Dressler. [biography from Wikipedia]
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Phyllis Allen reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 45 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Phyllis Allen'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 11% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Phyllis Allen remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Chaplin Revue, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Phyllis Allen Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Phyllis Allen's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Phyllis Allen.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1959 | The Chaplin Revue | Various (archive footage) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1923 | The Pilgrim | Congregation Member (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1922 | Pay Day | His Wife | Hit | Similar → |
| 1920 | White Youth | Madame Le Moyne | Flop | Similar → |
| 1920 | The Rent Dodgers | The Landlady | Flop | Similar → |
| 1920 | Footprints | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1920 | Her First Flame | Minnie Fish | Average | Similar → |
| 1919 | The Head Waiter | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1919 | Monkey Stuff | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1917 | The Adventurer | Governess (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1916 | The Vagabond | (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1916 | A Movie Star | Jack's Real Wife | Average | Similar → |
| 1915 | A Submarine Pirate | A pugnacious guest | Flop | Similar → |
| 1915 | Fickle Fatty's Fall | Fatty's Mother-In-Law | Flop | Similar → |
| 1915 | A Lover's Lost Control | Shoe Customer | Average | Similar → |
| 1915 | A Lover's Lost Control | Gussle's Wife | Average | Similar → |
| 1915 | Fatty’s Plucky Pup | Fatty's Mother | Average | Similar → |
| 1915 | Gussle Rivals Jonah | Mrs. Gussle | Flop | Similar → |
| 1915 | Gussle's Wayward Path | Gussle's Wife | Flop | Similar → |
| 1915 | Gussle's Day of Rest | Mrs. Gussle | Average | Similar → |
| 1915 | That Little Band Of Gold | Audience Member (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1915 | Caught in a Park | The Wife | Flop | Similar → |
| 1915 | Fatty and Mabel’s Simple Life | The Bride | Flop | Similar → |
| 1914 | Tillie's Punctured Romance | Prison Matron / Restaurant Patron / Guest (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1914 | Fatty's Magic Pants | Fatty's Mother | Flop | Similar → |
| 1914 | Getting Acquainted | Mrs. Sniffels | Flop | Similar → |
| 1914 | Leading Lizzie Astray | Amorous Dancing Cafe Patron (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1914 | His Trysting Places | Ambrose's Wife | Average | Similar → |
| 1914 | Gentlemen of Nerve | Flirty Woman | Average | Similar → |
| 1914 | Dough and Dynamite | Customer | Average | Similar → |
| 1914 | Zip, the Dodger | Minta's Mother | Flop | Similar → |
| 1914 | Fatty Again | The Proprietor's Wife | Flop | Similar → |
| 1914 | Lover's Luck | The Girl's Mother | Flop | Similar → |
| 1914 | The Rounders | Mrs. Full | Average | Similar → |
| 1914 | The Property Man | Lena Fat (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1914 | Fatty's Finish | Fatty's Friend's Wife | Flop | Similar → |
| 1914 | Fatty and the Heiress | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1914 | A Busy Day | The Other Woman (unconfirmed) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1914 | Caught in a Cabaret | Cabaret Dancer (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1914 | Where Hazel Met the Villain | Hazel | Flop | Similar → |
| 1914 | The Star Boarder | Boarder (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1914 | A Thief Catcher | Woman Hanging Out Washing (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1914 | Rebecca's Wedding Day | Wedding Guest | Flop | Similar → |
| 1913 | Fatty at San Diego | Fatty's Wife | Flop | Similar → |
| 1913 | Murphy's I.O.U. | (uncredited) (unconfirmed) | Flop | Similar → |
Phyllis Allen - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Phyllis Allen?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Phyllis Allen is "The Chaplin Revue" with a rating of 7.4/10.
How many movies has Phyllis Allen acted in?
Phyllis Allen has been featured in at least 45 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Phyllis Allen?
Other notable films include "Pay Day", "The Adventurer", and "The Pilgrim".