Leila Hyams
ActingAbout Leila Hyams
Leila Hyams (May 1, 1905 – December 4, 1977) was an American model, vaudeville and film actress, who came from a show business family. Her relatively short film career began in the 1920s during the era of silent films and ended in 1936. Although her career only lasted around twelve years, the blonde blue-eyed ingenue appeared in more than 50 film roles and remained a press favorite, with numerous magazine covers.
Leila Hyams Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Leila Hyams 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 Leila Hyams's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 18% of Leila Hyams'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 Freaks, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Leila Hyams Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Leila Hyams's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Leila Hyams has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1943 | First Aid | Red Cross Worker | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Yellow Dust | Nellie Brian | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | $1,000 a Minute | Dorothy Summers | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | People Will Talk | Peggy Trask | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Ruggles of Red Gap | Nell Kenner | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | No Ransom | Barbara Winfield | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | Affairs of a Gentleman | Gladys Durland | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Poor Rich | Grace Hunter | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | Saturday's Millions | Joan Chandler | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | Sing, Sinner, Sing | Lela Larson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | Horse Play | Angelica Wayne | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Constant Woman | Lou | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | Island of Lost Souls | Ruth Thomas | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Big Broadcast | Anita Rogers | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Red-Headed Woman | Irene 'Rene' Legendre | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Freaks | Venus | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | The Christmas Party | Herself (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | Surrender | Axelle von Meirbach | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | New Adventures of Get Rich Quick Wallingford | Dorothy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | The Phantom of Paris | Cecile Bourrelier | Average | Similar → |
| 1931 | Stepping Out | Eve Martin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Men Call It Love | Connie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | Gentleman's Fate | Marjorie Channing | Average | Similar → |
| 1930 | Part Time Wife | Mrs. Murdock (Betty Rogers) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | Way for a Sailor | Joan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | Way Out West | Molly Rankin | Average | Similar → |
| 1930 | The Sins of the Children | Alma | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | Sweethearts and Wives | Angela Worthington | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | The Big House | Anne Marlowe | Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | The Flirting Widow | Evelyn | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | The Girl Said No | Mary Howe | Average | Similar → |
| 1929 | The Bishop Murder Case | Belle Dillard | Flop | Similar → |
| 1929 | The Thirteenth Chair | Helen 'Nellie' O'Neill | Flop | Similar → |
| 1929 | Hurricane | Mary Stevens | Average | Similar → |
| 1929 | Wonder of Women | Karen | Flop | Similar → |
| 1929 | Masquerade | Sylvia Graeme | Flop | Similar → |
| 1929 | The Idle Rich | Joan Thayer | Average | Similar → |
| 1929 | The Far Call | Hilda Larsen | Flop | Similar → |
| 1929 | Spite Marriage | Ethyl Norcrosse | Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | Alias Jimmy Valentine | Rose | Flop | Similar → |
| 1928 | Land of the Silver Fox | Marie du Fronque | Flop | Similar → |
| 1928 | Honor Bound | Selma Ritchie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1928 | The Crimson City | Nadine Howells | Flop | Similar → |
| 1928 | A Girl in Every Port | Widow in San Pedro, Belize | Average | Similar → |
| 1928 | The Branded Sombrero | Connie Marsh | Flop | Similar → |
| 1927 | The Wizard | Anne Webster | Flop | Similar → |
| 1927 | One-Round Hogan | Helen Davis | Flop | Similar → |
| 1926 | Summer Bachelors | Willowdean French | Flop | Similar → |
| 1926 | Dancing Mothers | Birdie Courtney | Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | Sandra | Mait Stanley | Flop | Similar → |
Leila Hyams - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Leila Hyams?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Leila Hyams is "Freaks" with a rating of 7.8/10.
How many movies has Leila Hyams acted in?
Leila Hyams has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Leila Hyams?
Other notable films include "The Big Broadcast", "Ruggles of Red Gap", and "Island of Lost Souls".