Lillian Leighton
ActingLillian Leighton Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Lillian Leighton 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 Lillian Leighton's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 14% of Lillian Leighton'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 Crazy to Marry, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Lillian Leighton Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Lillian Leighton's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Lillian Leighton has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1935 | Whipsaw | Aunt Jane | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Two-Fisted | Mrs. Mason | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | There's Always Tomorrow | Flower peddler | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Cleopatra | Onlooker at Procession (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | Secret Sinners | Mrs. Simmons | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Man from Monterey | Juanita | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Sphinx | Mother Werner | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Bitter Tea of General Yen | Missionary | Average | Similar → |
| 1931 | Sweepstakes | Ma Clancy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | Subway Express | Mrs. Mary Mullins (as Julianne Leighton) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | Feet First | Mrs. Tanner | Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | Flaming Fathers | Mama Gimplewart | Flop | Similar → |
| 1927 | The Fair Co-Ed | Housekeeper | Average | Similar → |
| 1927 | California | Duenna | Flop | Similar → |
| 1926 | Be Your Age | Mrs. Schwartzkopple | Flop | Similar → |
| 1926 | Torrent | Isabella | Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | Tumbleweeds | Widow Riley | Average | Similar → |
| 1925 | In the Name of Love | Mother Dufrayne | Flop | Similar → |
| 1925 | Parisian Love | Frouchard | Flop | Similar → |
| 1925 | The Thundering Herd | Mrs. Clark Hudnall | Flop | Similar → |
| 1924 | $50,000 Reward | Mrs. Miller | Flop | Similar → |
| 1924 | Code of the Sea | Mrs. McDow | Average | Similar → |
| 1923 | Hollywood | Lillian Leighton | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1923 | The Grub Stake | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1922 | Red Hot Romance | Mammy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1922 | Saturday Night | Mrs. Ferguson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1922 | Rent Free | Maria Tebbs | Flop | Similar → |
| 1921 | Love Never Dies | Mrs. Cavanaugh | Average | Similar → |
| 1921 | Crazy to Marry | Sarah De Morgan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1921 | Peck's Bad Boy | Mrs. George W. Peck - Henry's Ma | Flop | Similar → |
| 1921 | Midsummer Madness | Caretaker's Wife | Flop | Similar → |
| 1920 | The Jack-Knife Man | Widow Potter | Average | Similar → |
| 1919 | Male and Female | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1918 | The Married Virgin | Anne Mullins, the Maid | Average | Similar → |
| 1918 | The Road Through the Dark | Louise Jardee | Flop | Similar → |
| 1918 | Till I Come Back to You | Margot | Average | Similar → |
| 1918 | Old Wives for New | Maid | Hit | Similar → |
| 1917 | The Little American | Angela's Great Aunt | Average | Similar → |
| 1917 | Castles for Two | Brian's Sister | Average | Similar → |
| 1916 | Joan the Woman | Isambeau | Average | Similar → |
| 1916 | The Grasp of Greed | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1915 | The Awful Adventures of an Aviator | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1913 | The Cipher Message | Mrs. Kent | Flop | Similar → |
| 1912 | The Fire Cop | Maggy Brannigan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1912 | The Awakening | Mrs. Thomas Williams | Flop | Similar → |
| 1912 | Bread Upon the Waters | Mrs. James Preston | Flop | Similar → |
| 1912 | A Detective's Strategy | Izette | Flop | Similar → |
| 1912 | The Three Valises | Mrs. Reilly - the Housekeeper | Flop | Similar → |
| 1911 | The Wheels of Justice | Mrs. Allen Courtright | Flop | Similar → |
| 1910 | The Wonderful Wizard of Oz | Union Enforcer | Flop | Similar → |
Lillian Leighton - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Lillian Leighton?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Lillian Leighton is "Crazy to Marry" with a rating of 8.5/10.
How many movies has Lillian Leighton acted in?
Lillian Leighton has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Lillian Leighton?
Other notable films include "Hollywood", "There's Always Tomorrow", and "Two-Fisted".