Gertrude Short
ActingGertrude Short Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Gertrude Short 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 Gertrude Short's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 18% of Gertrude Short'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 A Bit o' Heaven, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Gertrude Short Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Gertrude Short's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Gertrude Short has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1945 | Guest Pests | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Tom, Dick and Harry | Bridge Matron (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Broadway Serenade | 2nd 5&10 Salesgirl (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | You Can't Get Away with Murder | Peg (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Tip-Off Girls | 'Boots' Milburn | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Wild Money | Miss Green | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Penny Wisdom | Chloe Smudge (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Park Avenue Logger | Margy MacLean | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Woman Wanted | Gertie | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Front Page Woman | Miss Dunn (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | 'G' Men | Collins' Moll (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | The St. Louis Kid | Babe Smith - the Girl Buck Picks Up | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Happiness Ahead | Party Reveller | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Key | Evie, the barmaid | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Thin Man | Marian (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Love Birds | Burlesque Girl | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Son of Kong | Persistent Reporter (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | Secret Sinners | Sue's Chum - the Chorus Girl | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Girl in 419 | Lucy - Housekeeper | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | Blonde Venus | Sally, Receptionist at Talent Agency (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | What Price Hollywood? | Waitress Letting Mary Serve Max (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Gigolettes | Gertie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | Easy to Get | Gertrude | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | Laughing Sinners | Edna | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | Sin Takes a Holiday | Bobbie (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1929 | The Broadway Hoofer | Annabelle | Flop | Similar → |
| 1929 | Gold Diggers of Broadway | Topsy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | Bulldog Drummond | Barmaid | Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | The Show | Lena Driskai | Average | Similar → |
| 1926 | Ladies of Leisure | Marian Forrest | Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | The Other Woman's Story | Mildred Van | Flop | Similar → |
| 1925 | Beggar on Horseback | Gladys Cady | Average | Similar → |
| 1925 | The Talker | Maud Fells | Flop | Similar → |
| 1925 | The Narrow Street | Nell Mangan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1924 | Barbara Frietchie | Sue Rogers | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | Sherlock's Home | Sadie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1924 | Leap Year | Molly Morris | Flop | Similar → |
| 1923 | The Man Life Passed By | Paula | Flop | Similar → |
| 1923 | The Gold Diggers | Topsy St. John | Flop | Similar → |
| 1923 | The Prisoner | Lady Jane | Flop | Similar → |
| 1921 | The Blot | Neighbor Olsen's Daughter (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1920 | You Never Can Tell | Vera | Flop | Similar → |
| 1918 | The Only Road | Bianca | Flop | Similar → |
| 1918 | Amarilly of Clothes-Line Alley | Gossip (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1917 | A Little Princess | Ermigarde | Flop | Similar → |
| 1917 | A Bit o' Heaven | A Raggedy Ruggles | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1917 | Skinny Gets a Goat | The New Cashier | Flop | Similar → |
| 1916 | Luke's Movie Muddle | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1914 | The Test | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1912 | The Driver Of The Deadwood Coach | Driver's Daughter | Flop | Similar → |
Gertrude Short - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Gertrude Short?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Gertrude Short is "A Bit o' Heaven" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Gertrude Short acted in?
Gertrude Short has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Gertrude Short?
Other notable films include "The Thin Man", "Barbara Frietchie", and "Gold Diggers of Broadway".