Mae Marsh
ActingAbout Mae Marsh
Mae Marsh (born Mary Wayne Marsh, November 9, 1894 – February 13, 1968) was an American film actress with a career spanning over 50 years.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Mae Marsh reveals a career defined by exceptional commercial consistency. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Mae Marsh's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 76% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Mae Marsh remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Over the Hill, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Mae Marsh Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Mae Marsh's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Mae Marsh.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1964 | Cheyenne Autumn | Woman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | Donovan's Reef | Family Council Member (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | Two Rode Together | Hanna Clegg (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | Sergeant Rutledge | Mrs. Nellie Hackett (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Last Hurrah | Mourner at Wake (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Searchers | Dark Cloaked Woman at Fort Guarding Deranged Woman (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | While the City Sleeps | Mrs. Manners | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Tall Men | Emigrant (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | A Star Is Born | Malibu Party Guest (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Robe | Jerusalem Woman Aiding Demetrius (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Sun Shines Bright | GAR Woman at the Ball | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Titanic | Woman to Whom Norman Gave His Seat (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Quiet Man | Father Paul's Mother (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | My Blue Heaven | Maid (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Gunfighter | Mrs. O'Brien (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | When Willie Comes Marching Home | Mrs. Clara Fettles (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Everybody Does It | Harris | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | It Happens Every Spring | Greenleaf's Maid (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | 3 Godfathers | Mrs. Perley Sweet | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | A Letter to Three Wives | Miss Jenkins (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Green Grass of Wyoming | Race Spectator (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Fort Apache | Mrs. Gates | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Daisy Kenyon | Woman Leaving Apartment (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Thunder in the Valley | Flower Vendor | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Miracle on 34th Street | Woman in Santa Line (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | My Darling Clementine | Simpson's Sister (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Leave Her to Heaven | Fisherwoman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | A Tree Grows in Brooklyn | Tynmore Sister (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Jane Eyre | Leah (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Song of Bernadette | Madame Blanche - Townswoman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Quiet Please, Murder | Miss Hartwig | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Moon Is Down | Villager (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Meanest Man in the World | Old Lady (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Tales of Manhattan | Molly | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Son of Fury: The Story of Benjamin Blake | Mrs. Purdy (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Blue, White, and Perfect | Mrs. Bertha Toby | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Remember the Day | Teacher | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Swamp Water | Mrs. McCord (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Tobacco Road | County Clerk's Assistant (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Grapes of Wrath | Muley's Wife (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Swanee River | Mrs. Jonathan Fry (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Drums Along the Mohawk | Pioneer Woman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Heaven with a Barbed Wire Fence | Extra as Empire State Building Tourist | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Black Fury | Mrs. Mary Novak | Average | Similar → |
| 1931 | Over the Hill | Ma Shelby | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1923 | The White Rose | Bessie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1919 | The Mother and the Law | The Little Dear One | Hit | Similar → |
| 1916 | Intolerance: Love's Struggle Throughout the Ages | The Dear One (Modern Story) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1912 | A Voice from the Deep | On Beach | Hit | Similar → |
| 1911 | Fighting Blood | - | Average | Similar → |
Mae Marsh - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Mae Marsh?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Mae Marsh is "Over the Hill" with a rating of 8.2/10.
How many movies has Mae Marsh acted in?
Mae Marsh has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Mae Marsh?
Other notable films include "Everybody Does It", "The Grapes of Wrath", and "The Searchers".