Alice Howell
ActingAbout Alice Howell
"The scream of the screen". One reviewer likened her to a "sort of Charlie Chaplin, Douglas Fairbanks, Sr., and Max Linder." All this was compressed into "one more or less diminutive package of femininity". Sometimes called "the girl Charlie Chaplin", she worked for Mack Sennett and later L-KO Kompany. Her early comedies were often produced by Universal Pictures.
Alice Howell Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Alice Howell reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 39 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Alice Howell's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 49% of Alice Howell'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 The Junior Year, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Alice Howell Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Alice Howell's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Alice Howell has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1928 | The Junior Year | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | The Winning Five | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | Shipwrecked | Cook's Assistant | Flop | Similar → |
| 1925 | The Pride of the Force | The Girl | Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | Dangerous Pleasure | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | Under a Spell | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | That's the Spirit | Mrs. Green | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | One Wet Night | Nervy Ned's Wife | Hit | Similar → |
| 1922 | Love Is an Awful Thing | Superintendent's Wife | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1920 | A Convict’s Happy Bride | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1920 | Lunatics in Politics | Candidate for Chief of Police | Flop | Similar → |
| 1920 | Cinderella Cinders | Cinderella | Hit | Similar → |
| 1920 | Her Lucky Day | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1920 | His Wooden Legacy | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1920 | Distilled Love | The Milkmaid | Hit | Similar → |
| 1918 | Hoot Toot | Magnolia Milkshake | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1918 | In Dutch | Hulda from Holland | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1917 | Neptune's Naughty Daughter | Neptune's Daughter | Flop | Similar → |
| 1916 | Pirates of the Air | The Head Waitress | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1916 | How Stars are Made | Lillian Russell | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1915 | Under New Management | The Boss’s Wife | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1915 | Silk Hose and High Pressure | Alice | Hit | Similar → |
| 1915 | Their Last Haul | Wife | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1915 | Father Was a Loafer | The Deserted Wife | Hit | Similar → |
| 1915 | Mabel and Fatty’s Married Life | Woman (uncredited) (unconfirmed) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1914 | Tillie's Punctured Romance | Back Room Diner / Party Guest (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1914 | Cursed by His Beauty | The Iceman's Wife | Flop | Similar → |
| 1914 | Shot in the Excitement | The Daughter | Flop | Similar → |
| 1914 | He Loved the Ladies | The Diner | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1914 | Bombs and Bangs | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1914 | Lover's Luck | Leader of Snoopy Neighbors | Flop | Similar → |
| 1914 | A Coat's Tale | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1914 | The Great Toe Mystery | The Wife (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1914 | Laughing Gas | Dentist's wife | Average | Similar → |
| 1914 | Mabel's Married Life | Neighbor (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1914 | Mabel's Busy Day | Spectator (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1914 | The Knockout | Spectator / Party Guest (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1914 | Caught in the Rain | Hotel Guest (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1914 | Caught in a Cabaret | Party Guest (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
Alice Howell - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Alice Howell?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Alice Howell is "The Junior Year" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Alice Howell acted in?
Alice Howell has been featured in at least 39 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Alice Howell?
Other notable films include "Under a Spell", "In Dutch", and "Their Last Haul".