Betty Compson
ActingAbout Betty Compson
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.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Betty Compson reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Betty Compson'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 26% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Betty Compson remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Fragments: Surviving Pieces of Lost Films, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Betty Compson Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Betty Compson's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Betty Compson.
| 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 | Hit | 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".