Marietta Canty
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Marietta Canty (1905-1986) was an African American actress, community activist and recipient of numerous humanist awards. As an actress, Marietta Canty first appeared on Broadway in 1933. She also appeared in 40 films between 1940 and 1955, mostly in supporting roles and bit parts. Two of her first roles were in the films The Lady is Waiting (1942) and The Spoilers (1942), both with Marlene Dietrich in the leading role. Canty is perhaps best known as Delilah, Spencer Tracy's housemaid, in the comedy Father of the Bride (1950) and in its sequel Father's Little Dividend (1951). Canty retired from film acting in 1955, her last role in Hollywood was Rebel Without a Cause starring James Dean, where she had a memorable part as Sal Mineo's family maid.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Marietta Canty reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 34 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Marietta Canty'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 32% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Marietta Canty remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in A Streetcar Named Desire, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Marietta Canty Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Marietta Canty's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Marietta Canty.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1955 | Rebel Without a Cause | Crawford Maid | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | A Man Called Peter | Emma | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | The I Don't Care Girl | Dolly | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Bad and the Beautiful | Ida (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Dreamboat | Lavinia (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | A Streetcar Named Desire | Giggling Woman with Eunice (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Father's Little Dividend | Delilah | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Belle Le Grand | Daisy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Toast of New Orleans | Angelique, Suzette's Maid (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1950 | Bright Leaf | Queenie - Sonia's Maid (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Father of the Bride | Delilah | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | My Foolish Heart | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Dear Wife | Dora | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Chicago Deadline | Hazel | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Crimson Key | Petunia | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | Dear Ruth | Dora | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Sea of Grass | Rachael (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Home Sweet Homicide | Cherrington Housekeeper | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Searching Wind | Sophronia | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | Bring on the Girls | Ida (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Goin' to Town | Camellia | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Heavenly Body | Pearl | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | Lady in the Dark | Martha | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Mexican Spitfire's Blessed Event | Verbena | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Three Hearts for Julia | Mattie, Julia's Maid | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Johnny Doughboy | Sweetheart | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Silver Queen | Ruby | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Magnificent Dope | Jenny | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Spoilers | Idabelle | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Not a Ladies' Man | Lucy | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Lady Is Willing | Mary Lou | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Boom Town | Maid | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Boom Town | Karen's Maid (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | 'What's Your 'I.Q.'?': Number Two | Woman with Child | Flop | Similar → |
Marietta Canty - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Marietta Canty?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Marietta Canty is "A Streetcar Named Desire" with a rating of 7.6/10.
How many movies has Marietta Canty acted in?
Marietta Canty has been featured in at least 34 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Marietta Canty?
Other notable films include "Rebel Without a Cause", "The Bad and the Beautiful", and "The Magnificent Dope".