Bebe Daniels
ActingAbout Bebe Daniels
Bebe Daniels (January 14, 1901 – March 16, 1971) was an American actress, singer, dancer, writer and producer. She began her career in Hollywood during the silent film era as a child actress, became a star in musicals such as 42nd Street (1933), and later gained further fame on radio and television in Britain. Throughout her career, Daniels appeared in 230 films.
Bebe Daniels Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Bebe Daniels reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Bebe Daniels's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 20% of Bebe Daniels's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Hollywood, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Bebe Daniels Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Bebe Daniels's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Bebe Daniels has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 42nd Street: From Book to Screen to Stage | Self (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | Harold Lloyd's World of Comedy | (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Life with the Lyons | Bebe Lyon | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Hi Gang! | The Liberty Girl | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | Counsellor at Law | Regina 'Rexy' Gordon | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Song You Gave Me | Mitzi Hansen | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | 42nd Street | Dorothy Brock | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Silver Dollar | Lily Owens Martin | Average | Similar → |
| 1931 | Screen Snapshots (Series 10, No. 8) | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 1931 | The Maltese Falcon | Ruth Wonderly | Average | Similar → |
| 1931 | The Stolen Jools | Mrs. Ben Lyon | Average | Similar → |
| 1930 | Reaching for the Moon | Vivien Benton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | Lawful Larceny | Marion Dorsey | Average | Similar → |
| 1929 | Rio Rita | Rita Ferguson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | Feel My Pulse | Barbara Manning | Average | Similar → |
| 1926 | The Palm Beach Girl | Emily Bennett | Average | Similar → |
| 1926 | Miss Brewster's Millions | Polly Brewster | Average | Similar → |
| 1925 | Miss Bluebeard | Colette Girard | Average | Similar → |
| 1923 | Hollywood | Bebe Daniels | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1922 | A Trip to Paramountown | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 1921 | The Affairs of Anatol | Satan Synne | Average | Similar → |
| 1921 | Ducks and Drakes | Teddy Simpson | Average | Similar → |
| 1920 | Why Change Your Wife? | Sally Clark | Average | Similar → |
| 1919 | Captain Kidd's Kids | The Girl | Average | Similar → |
| 1919 | Male and Female | The King's favorite | Average | Similar → |
| 1919 | Bumping Into Broadway | The Girl | Hit | Similar → |
| 1919 | Don't Shove | Bebe | Average | Similar → |
| 1919 | Just Neighbors | The Bride | Average | Similar → |
| 1919 | Billy Blazes, Esq. | Nell | Average | Similar → |
| 1919 | Spring Fever | The Girl | Average | Similar → |
| 1919 | Off the Trolley | Trolley collector | Average | Similar → |
| 1919 | Pistols for Breakfast | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1919 | The Marathon | The Rich Girl | Average | Similar → |
| 1919 | Young Mr. Jazz | The Girl | Average | Similar → |
| 1919 | A Sammy in Siberia | Olga - the Russian Girl | Flop | Similar → |
| 1919 | Next Aisle Over | Vera De Luxe | Average | Similar → |
| 1919 | I'm on My Way | The Girl | Average | Similar → |
| 1919 | Ask Father | Switchboard operator | Hit | Similar → |
| 1918 | Take a Chance | The Hired Girl | Average | Similar → |
| 1918 | Are Crooks Dishonest? | Miss Goulash | Average | Similar → |
| 1918 | Somewhere in Turkey | A Girl in Danger | Average | Similar → |
| 1918 | Fireman Save My Child | Girl | Average | Similar → |
| 1918 | Hey There | The Leading Lady | Hit | Similar → |
| 1918 | Follow the Crowd | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1918 | A Gasoline Wedding | The Girl | Average | Similar → |
| 1917 | The Big Idea | The Girl | Average | Similar → |
| 1917 | Bashful | The Girl | Hit | Similar → |
| 1917 | By the Sad Sea Waves | The Doll | Average | Similar → |
| 1917 | Over the Fence | Ginger's Girl | Average | Similar → |
| 1910 | The Wonderful Wizard of Oz | Dorothy Gale | Flop | Similar → |
Bebe Daniels - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Bebe Daniels?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Bebe Daniels is "Hollywood" with a rating of 8.5/10.
How many movies has Bebe Daniels acted in?
Bebe Daniels has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Bebe Daniels?
Other notable films include "Rio Rita", "Pistols for Breakfast", and "A Trip to Paramountown".