Greta Nissen
ActingAbout Greta Nissen
Greta Nissen, born Grethe Rüzt-Nissen, was a Norwegian born American dancer, stage and screen actress. Greta made her Broadway debut as a ballerina in 1924. She was discovered by film producer Jesse L. Lasky of Paramount Pictures, and would appear in more than twenty feature films.
Greta Nissen Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Greta Nissen reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 30 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Greta Nissen's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 7% of Greta Nissen'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 On Secret Service, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Greta Nissen Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Greta Nissen's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Greta Nissen has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1937 | Café Colette | Vanda Muroff | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Honours Easy | Ursula Barton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Luck of a Sailor | Queen Helena | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | Hired Wife | Vivian Mathews | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | On Secret Service | Marchesa Marcella Galdi | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Red Wagon | Zara | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | Life in the Raw | Belle | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | Melody Cruise | Elsa Von Rader | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | Best of Enemies | The Blonde | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Circus Queen Murder | Josie La Tour | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Unwritten Law | Fifi La Rue | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | Rackety Rax | Voine | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Silent Witness | Nora Selmer | Average | Similar → |
| 1931 | Good Sport | Peggy Bums | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | Ambassador Bill | Countess Ilka | Average | Similar → |
| 1931 | Transatlantic | Sigrid Carline | Average | Similar → |
| 1931 | Women of All Nations | Elsa | Flop | Similar → |
| 1928 | The Butter and Egg Man | Mary Martin | Flop | Similar → |
| 1928 | Fazil | Fabienne | Flop | Similar → |
| 1927 | Blind Alleys | Maria d'Alvarez Kirby | Flop | Similar → |
| 1927 | Blonde or Brunette | Fanny | Flop | Similar → |
| 1926 | The Popular Sin | La Belle Toulaise | Flop | Similar → |
| 1926 | The Lady of the Harem | Pervaneh | Flop | Similar → |
| 1926 | The Love Thief | Princess Flavia Eugenia Marie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1926 | The Lucky Lady | Princess Antoinette | Average | Similar → |
| 1925 | The King On Main Street | Therese | Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | The Wanderer | Tisha | Flop | Similar → |
| 1925 | In the Name of Love | Marie Dufrayne | Flop | Similar → |
| 1924 | Luck | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1923 | The Refound Daughter | - | Flop | Similar → |
Greta Nissen - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Greta Nissen?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Greta Nissen is "On Secret Service" with a rating of 7.0/10.
How many movies has Greta Nissen acted in?
Greta Nissen has been featured in at least 30 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Greta Nissen?
Other notable films include "The King On Main Street", "Ambassador Bill", and "Transatlantic".