Dorothy Mackaill
ActingAbout Dorothy Mackaill
Dorothy Mackaill (March 4, 1903 – August 12, 1990) was a British-American actress, most notably of the silent-film era and into the early 1930s.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Dorothy Mackaill reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Dorothy Mackaill'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 10% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Dorothy Mackaill remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Barker, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Dorothy Mackaill Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Dorothy Mackaill's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Dorothy Mackaill.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | Complicated Women | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Bulldog Drummond at Bay | Doris Thompson | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Cheaters | Mabel | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | Picture Brides | Mame Smith | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Chief | Dixie Dean | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | Curtain at Eight | Lola Cresmer | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | No Man of Her Own | Kay Everly | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Love Affair | Carol Owen | Average | Similar → |
| 1931 | Safe in Hell | Gilda Carlson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | The Reckless Hour | Margaret 'Margie' Nichols | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Their Mad Moment | Emily Stanley | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | Party Husband | Laura | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | Kept Husbands | Dorothea 'Dot' Helen Parker Brunton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | Once a Sinner | DIana Barry | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | Bright Lights | Louanne | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | Man Trouble | Joan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | The Office Wife | Anne Murdock | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | The Flirting Widow | Celia | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | Strictly Modern | Kate | Flop | Similar → |
| 1929 | The Love Racket | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1929 | The Great Divide | Ruth Jordan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1929 | Hard to Get | Bobby Martin | Flop | Similar → |
| 1929 | Two Weeks Off | Kitty Weaver | Flop | Similar → |
| 1929 | His Captive Woman | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1928 | The Barker | Lou | Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | The Whip | Lady Diana | Flop | Similar → |
| 1928 | Lady Be Good | Mary | Flop | Similar → |
| 1928 | Ladies' Night in a Turkish Bath | Helen Slocum | Flop | Similar → |
| 1928 | Children of the Ritz | Angela Pennington | Flop | Similar → |
| 1927 | The Crystal Cup | Gita Carteret | Flop | Similar → |
| 1927 | Smile, Brother, Smile | Mildred Marvin | Flop | Similar → |
| 1927 | Life in Hollywood No. 7 | Herself | Flop | Similar → |
| 1927 | Convoy | Sylvia Dodge | Flop | Similar → |
| 1926 | Just Another Blonde | Jeanne Cavanaugh | Average | Similar → |
| 1926 | Subway Sadie | Sadie Hermann | Flop | Similar → |
| 1926 | Ranson's Folly | Mary Cahill | Average | Similar → |
| 1926 | The Dancer of Paris | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1925 | Joanna | Joanna Manners | Flop | Similar → |
| 1925 | Shore Leave | Connie Martin | Flop | Similar → |
| 1925 | The Making of O'Malley | Lucille Thayer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1925 | One Year to Live | Marthe | Flop | Similar → |
| 1925 | The Bridge of Sighs | Linda Harper | Flop | Similar → |
| 1924 | The Mine with the Iron Door | Marta Hillgrove | Flop | Similar → |
| 1924 | The Man Who Came Back | Marcelle | Flop | Similar → |
| 1924 | The Next Corner | Elsie Maury | Flop | Similar → |
| 1923 | His Children's Children | Sheila | Flop | Similar → |
| 1923 | The Fighting Blade | Thomsine Musgrove | Flop | Similar → |
| 1923 | Mighty Lak' a Rose | Rose Duncan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1922 | The Streets of New York | Sally Ann | Flop | Similar → |
| 1922 | A Woman's Woman | Sally Plummer | Flop | Similar → |
Dorothy Mackaill - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Dorothy Mackaill?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Dorothy Mackaill is "The Barker" with a rating of 7.0/10.
How many movies has Dorothy Mackaill acted in?
Dorothy Mackaill has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Dorothy Mackaill?
Other notable films include "The Reckless Hour", "Complicated Women", and "Safe in Hell".