Betty Compson
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Betty Compson (March 19, 1897 – April 18, 1974) was an American actress and film producer. Most famous in silent films and early talkies, she is best known in her performances in The Docks of New York and The Barker, the latter earning a nomination for the Academy Award for Best Actress.
Betty Compson Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Betty Compson 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 Betty Compson's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 24% of Betty Compson'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 Fragments: Surviving Pieces of Lost Films, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Betty Compson Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Betty Compson's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Betty Compson has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Fragments: Surviving Pieces of Lost Films | Herself (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | Brother, Can You Spare a Dime? | Self (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Second Chance | Mrs. Davenport | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | Hard Boiled Mahoney | Selena Webster | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Her Adventurous Night | Miss Spencer | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Danger! Women at Work | Madame Sappho | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Invisible Ghost | Mrs. Kessler | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Roar of the Press | Mrs. Thelma Tate | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Mr. & Mrs. Smith | Gertie | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Strange Cargo | Suzanne (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Cafe Hostess | Cafe Hostess | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Hotel Imperial | Soubrette (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Under the Big Top | Marie | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Torchy Blane in Panama | Kitty, Gomez's Moll | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Beloved Brat | Eleanor Sparks | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Two Gun Justice | Kate | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | A Slight Case of Murder | Loretta | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Blondes at Work | Blanche Revelle | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | God's Country and the Man | Roxey Moore | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Killer at Large | Kate | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Millionaire Kid | Gloria Neville | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | False Pretenses | Clarissa Stanhope | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | Notorious But Nice | Millie Sprague | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | Guilty or Not Guilty | Maizie | Average | Similar → |
| 1931 | The House That Shadows Built | (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Three Who Loved | Helga Larson Hanson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | The Lady Refuses | June | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | The Spoilers | Cherry Malotte | Average | Similar → |
| 1930 | Inside the Lines | Jane Gershon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | Those Who Dance | Kitty | Average | Similar → |
| 1930 | Isle of Escape | Stella | Average | Similar → |
| 1930 | The Case of Sergeant Grischa | Babka | Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | The Show of Shows | Performer in 'The Pirate Number' & 'Lady Luck' Numbers (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1929 | The Great Gabbo | Mary | Average | Similar → |
| 1929 | Street Girl | Frederika Joyzelle | Average | Similar → |
| 1929 | On With the Show! | Nita | Flop | Similar → |
| 1929 | Weary River | Alice Gray | Average | Similar → |
| 1928 | The Barker | Carrie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | The Docks of New York | Mae | Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | Court Martial | Belle Starr | Average | Similar → |
| 1926 | The Belle of Broadway | Marie Duval / The Young Adele | Average | Similar → |
| 1925 | The Pony Express | Molly Jones | Average | Similar → |
| 1925 | Paths to Paradise | Molly | Average | Similar → |
| 1925 | Beggar on Horseback | Princess in Pantomime | Average | Similar → |
| 1924 | The Enemy Sex | Dodo Baxter | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | The White Shadow | Nancy Brent / Georgina Brent | Hit | Similar → |
| 1923 | Hollywood | Betty Compson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1923 | Woman to Woman | Louise Boucher / Deloryse | Hit | Similar → |
| 1922 | A Trip to Paramountown | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 1921 | The Little Minister | Lady Babbie | Hit | Similar → |
Betty Compson - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Betty Compson?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Betty Compson is "Fragments: Surviving Pieces of Lost Films" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has Betty Compson acted in?
Betty Compson has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Betty Compson?
Other notable films include "The Enemy Sex", "Hollywood", and "A Trip to Paramountown".