Dorothy Mackaill
ActingAbout Dorothy Mackaill
Dorothy Mackaill (March 4, 1903 – August 12, 1990) was a British-American actress, most notably of the silent-film era and into the early 1930s.
Dorothy Mackaill Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Dorothy Mackaill 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 Dorothy Mackaill's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 10% of Dorothy Mackaill'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 The Barker, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Dorothy Mackaill Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Dorothy Mackaill's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Dorothy Mackaill has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | Complicated Women | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Bulldog Drummond at Bay | Doris Thompson | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Cheaters | Mabel | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | Picture Brides | Mame Smith | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Chief | Dixie Dean | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | Curtain at Eight | Lola Cresmer | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | No Man of Her Own | Kay Everly | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Love Affair | Carol Owen | Average | Similar → |
| 1931 | Safe in Hell | Gilda Carlson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | The Reckless Hour | Margaret 'Margie' Nichols | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Their Mad Moment | Emily Stanley | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | Party Husband | Laura | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | Kept Husbands | Dorothea 'Dot' Helen Parker Brunton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | Once a Sinner | DIana Barry | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | Bright Lights | Louanne | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | Man Trouble | Joan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | The Office Wife | Anne Murdock | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | The Flirting Widow | Celia | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | Strictly Modern | Kate | Flop | Similar → |
| 1929 | The Love Racket | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1929 | The Great Divide | Ruth Jordan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1929 | Hard to Get | Bobby Martin | Flop | Similar → |
| 1929 | Two Weeks Off | Kitty Weaver | Flop | Similar → |
| 1929 | His Captive Woman | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1928 | The Barker | Lou | Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | The Whip | Lady Diana | Flop | Similar → |
| 1928 | Lady Be Good | Mary | Flop | Similar → |
| 1928 | Ladies' Night in a Turkish Bath | Helen Slocum | Flop | Similar → |
| 1928 | Children of the Ritz | Angela Pennington | Flop | Similar → |
| 1927 | The Crystal Cup | Gita Carteret | Flop | Similar → |
| 1927 | Smile, Brother, Smile | Mildred Marvin | Flop | Similar → |
| 1927 | Life in Hollywood No. 7 | Herself | Flop | Similar → |
| 1927 | Convoy | Sylvia Dodge | Flop | Similar → |
| 1926 | Just Another Blonde | Jeanne Cavanaugh | Average | Similar → |
| 1926 | Subway Sadie | Sadie Hermann | Flop | Similar → |
| 1926 | Ranson's Folly | Mary Cahill | Average | Similar → |
| 1926 | The Dancer of Paris | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1925 | Joanna | Joanna Manners | Flop | Similar → |
| 1925 | Shore Leave | Connie Martin | Flop | Similar → |
| 1925 | The Making of O'Malley | Lucille Thayer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1925 | One Year to Live | Marthe | Flop | Similar → |
| 1925 | The Bridge of Sighs | Linda Harper | Flop | Similar → |
| 1924 | The Mine with the Iron Door | Marta Hillgrove | Flop | Similar → |
| 1924 | The Man Who Came Back | Marcelle | Flop | Similar → |
| 1924 | The Next Corner | Elsie Maury | Flop | Similar → |
| 1923 | His Children's Children | Sheila | Flop | Similar → |
| 1923 | The Fighting Blade | Thomsine Musgrove | Flop | Similar → |
| 1923 | Mighty Lak' a Rose | Rose Duncan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1922 | The Streets of New York | Sally Ann | Flop | Similar → |
| 1922 | A Woman's Woman | Sally Plummer | Flop | Similar → |
Dorothy Mackaill - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Dorothy Mackaill?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Dorothy Mackaill is "The Barker" with a rating of 7.0/10.
How many movies has Dorothy Mackaill acted in?
Dorothy Mackaill has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Dorothy Mackaill?
Other notable films include "The Reckless Hour", "Complicated Women", and "Safe in Hell".