Myra Marsh

Acting

Freshness: Jan 30, 2026

18Total Films

7.4 Highest Rated

Born: Jul 5, 1894

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Myra Marsh reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 18 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Myra 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 28% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Myra Marsh remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Captains Courageous, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Myra Marsh Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Myra Marsh's career based on audience ratings.

★7.4

★7.4

Captains Courageous: Harvey, the arrogant and spoiled son of an indulgent absentee-father, falls overboard from a transatlantic steamship and

Captains Courageous

1937•Adventure

★7.3

★7.3

Libeled Lady: When a major newspaper accuses wealthy socialite Connie Allenbury of being a home-wrecker, and she files a multi-million

Libeled Lady

1936•Comedy

★7.0

★7.0

Paddy O'Day: A wealthy, eccentric collector of stuffed birds and a beautiful Russian singer provide refuge to an orphaned Irish child

Paddy O'Day

1936•Comedy

★6.9

The Devil Is a Sissy (1936) movie poster

★6.9

The Devil Is a Sissy: A well-bred young English lad living in lower Manhattan tries to gain acceptance from his not-so-well-bred peers at scho

The Devil Is a Sissy

1936•Comedy

★6.5

The Man from the Alamo (1953) movie poster

★6.5

The Man from the Alamo: During the war for Texas independence, one man leaves the Alamo before the end (chosen by lot to help others' families)

The Man from the Alamo

1953•Western

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Myra Marsh.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1955	The Cobweb	Miss Gavney	Average	Similar →
1954	Down Three Dark Streets	Mrs. Downes	Average	Similar →
1953	The Moonlighter	Mrs. Anderson	Average	Similar →
1953	The Man from the Alamo	Ma Anders	Hit	Similar →
1952	Ruby Gentry	Ma Corey	Average	Similar →
1942	Young America	Teacher	Flop	Similar →
1940	Glamour for Sale	Mrs. Middleton (uncredited)	Flop	Similar →
1940	Earthbound	Maid	Flop	Similar →
1940	The Doctor Takes a Wife	Lydia Johnson (uncredited)	Average	Similar →
1939	The Kansas Terrors	Maria's Duenna	Flop	Similar →
1939	Invitation to Happiness	Maternity Nurse (uncredited)	Average	Similar →
1939	Boy Friend	Mrs. Murphy	Flop	Similar →
1937	Captains Courageous	Chester's Wife (uncredited)	Hit	Similar →
1937	Night of Mystery	-	Flop	Similar →
1936	Libeled Lady	Secretary (uncredited)	Hit	Similar →
1936	The Devil Is a Sissy	Joe Wilson's Mother	Hit	Similar →
1936	Gentle Julia	Mrs. Atwater	Flop	Similar →
1936	Paddy O'Day	Matron	Hit	Similar →

Myra Marsh - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Myra Marsh?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Myra Marsh is "Captains Courageous" with a rating of 7.4/10.

How many movies has Myra Marsh acted in?

Myra Marsh has been featured in at least 18 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Myra Marsh?

Other notable films include "Libeled Lady", "Paddy O'Day", and "The Devil Is a Sissy".