Sally Phipps

Acting

Freshness: Jan 26, 2026

14Total Films

7.8 Highest Rated

Born: May 25, 1911

Birth Place: Oakland, California, USA

About Sally Phipps

Sally Phipps (1911–1978) was an American actress. Phipps was a 1927 WAMPAS Baby Star. She had just completed high school when she began making films. Her first role in motion pictures was in Bertha, the Sewing Machine Girl. Soon she completed appearances in both Girls and Love Makes 'Em Wild. She was the lead in the Fox's productions None but the Brave and The News Parade. Her last screen credit was in Detectives Wanted.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Sally Phipps reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 14 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Comedy

The majority of Sally Phipps'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 7% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Sally Phipps remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Sunrise: A Song of Two Humans, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Sally Phipps Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Sally Phipps's career based on audience ratings.

★7.8

Sunrise: A Song of Two Humans (1927) movie poster

★7.8

Sunrise: A Song of Two Humans: A married farmer falls under the spell of a slatternly woman from the city, who tries to convince him to drown his wife.

Sunrise: A Song of Two Humans

1927•Drama

★3.3

★3.3

Girls: When the girls on campus learn that Tom Drake is so super-shy that he never kissed a girl, they begin betting which one

Girls

1927•Comedy

★2.7

★2.7

Cradle Snatchers: To cure their flirtatious husbands of consorting with flappers, three wives-- Susan Martin, Ethel Drake, and Kitty Ladd-

Cradle Snatchers

1927•Comedy

★1.0

★1.0

The One Woman Idea: He was a great Persian Prince. His Harem was filled with seductive beauties. Yet he loved one woman- a woman from anothe

The One Woman Idea

1929•Drama

★0.0

Why Sailors Go Wrong (1928) movie poster

★0.0

Why Sailors Go Wrong: Why Sailors Go Wrong is a 1928 American silent comedy film directed by Henry Lehrman and written by Randall Faye and Del

Why Sailors Go Wrong

1928•Comedy

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Sally Phipps.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1929	The One Woman Idea	Boat Passenger	Flop	Similar →
1929	Joy Street	Mabel	Flop	Similar →
1928	None But the Brave	Mary	Flop	Similar →
1928	Why Sailors Go Wrong	Doris Martin	Flop	Similar →
1927	Sunrise: A Song of Two Humans	Ballroom Dancer / Kissing Couple (uncredited)	Super Hit	Similar →
1927	High School Hero	Eleanor Barrett	Flop	Similar →
1927	Cupid and the Clock	-	Flop	Similar →
1927	A Midsummer Night's Steam	-	Flop	Similar →
1927	Cradle Snatchers	Flapper Girlfriend	Flop	Similar →
1927	Girls	Louise Anna	Flop	Similar →
1926	Bertha the Sewing Machine Girl	Jessie	Flop	Similar →
1915	The Outlaw's Awakening	The Outlaw's Daughter	Flop	Similar →
1915	The Western Way	The Rancher's Daughter	Flop	Similar →
1915	Broncho Billy and the Baby	The Baby	Flop	Similar →

Sally Phipps - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Sally Phipps?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Sally Phipps is "Sunrise: A Song of Two Humans" with a rating of 7.8/10.

How many movies has Sally Phipps acted in?

Sally Phipps has been featured in at least 14 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Sally Phipps?

Other notable films include "Girls", "Cradle Snatchers", and "The One Woman Idea".