Helen Holmes - Actor Profile

Helen Holmes

Acting
Freshness: Jan 13, 2026
50Total Films
8.0 Highest Rated
Born: Jun 19, 1892
Birth Place: USA

About Helen Holmes

Helen Holmes (June 19, 1892 – July 8, 1950) was an American silent film actress, producer, director, screenwriter and stuntwoman. She is most notable for starring in the 1914–1917 serial The Hazards of Helen. [biography (excerpted) from Wikipedia]

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Helen Holmes 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: Thriller

The majority of Helen Holmes's filmography leans towards the Thriller 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 4% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Helen Holmes remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in On His Wedding Day, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Helen Holmes Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Helen Holmes's career based on audience ratings.

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Helen Holmes.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1943 The More the Merrier Dumpy Woman (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1941 Dude Cowboy Aunt Althea Carter Average Similar →
1931 Stars of Yesterday Self Flop Similar →
1926 Perils of the Rail Helen Martin Average Similar →
1926 Crossed Signals Helen Wainwright Flop Similar →
1926 Whispering Smith - Flop Similar →
1925 The Fast Freight - Flop Similar →
1924 Battling Brewster Margaret Rand Flop Similar →
1924 40-Horse Hawkins Sylvia Dean Flop Similar →
1923 Stormy Seas Mary Weems Flop Similar →
1916 Whispering Smith Marion Sinclair Flop Similar →
1915 Nerves of Steel Helen Flop Similar →
1915 The Girl on the Engine Helen Flop Similar →
1915 A Deed of Daring Helen Flop Similar →
1915 A Wild Ride Helen Flop Similar →
1915 The Midnight Limited Helen Flop Similar →
1915 In Danger's Path Helen Flop Similar →
1915 Near Eternity Helen Flop Similar →
1915 The Pay Train Helen Flop Similar →
1915 The Human Chain Helen Flop Similar →
1915 A Railroader's Bravery Helen Flop Similar →
1915 The Broken Train Helen Flop Similar →
1915 The Hazards of Helen Ep26: The Wild Engine Helen Average Similar →
1915 The Box Car Trap Helen Flop Similar →
1915 A Race for a Crossing Helen Flop Similar →
1915 The Girl Engineer Helen Flop Similar →
1915 The Girl on the Trestle Helen Flop Similar →
1915 A Life in the Balance Helen Flop Similar →
1915 The Girl at Lone Point Helen Flop Similar →
1915 The Railroad Raiders of '62 Helen Flop Similar →
1915 The Death Train Helen Flop Similar →
1915 The Open Drawbridge Helen Flop Similar →
1915 The Engineer's Peril Helen Flop Similar →
1915 The Red Signal Helen Flop Similar →
1915 The Hazards of Helen: Episode13, The Escape on the Fast Freight Helen Holmes Average Similar →
1915 The Little Engineer Helen Flop Similar →
1915 The Fast Mail's Danger Helen Flop Similar →
1915 The Broken Circuit Helen Flop Similar →
1915 The Girl Telegrapher's Peril Helen Flop Similar →
1914 The Escape on the Limited Helen Flop Similar →
1914 The Black Diamond Express Helen Flop Similar →
1914 The Flying Freight's Captive Helen Flop Similar →
1914 The Stolen Engine Helen Flop Similar →
1914 The Girl at the Throttle Helen Flop Similar →
1914 The Plot at the Railroad Cut Helen Flop Similar →
1914 His Nemesis Beatrice Reynolds Flop Similar →
1914 Helen's Sacrifice Helen Flop Similar →
1914 Into the Depths Beth Stanford - the Wife Flop Similar →
1914 The Operator at Black Rock Ruth - Black Rock operator Flop Similar →
1913 On His Wedding Day Wedding Guest Super Hit Similar →

Helen Holmes - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Helen Holmes?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Helen Holmes is "On His Wedding Day" with a rating of 8.0/10.

How many movies has Helen Holmes acted in?

Helen Holmes has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Helen Holmes?

Other notable films include "The More the Merrier", "Perils of the Rail", and "The Hazards of Helen Ep26: The Wild Engine".