Barbara Kent
ActingAbout Barbara Kent
Canadian born Barbara Kent (born Barbara Cloutman), who resettled, with her family, in California in 1913, was an actress in Hollywood films from 1926 to 1942.
Barbara Kent Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Barbara Kent reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 36 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Barbara Kent's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 67% of Barbara Kent'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 Swellhead, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Barbara Kent Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Barbara Kent's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Barbara Kent has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1942 | The Fleet's In | Hostess | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Under Age | Jackie | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Blondie Meets the Boss | Jitterbug Dancer (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Guard That Girl | Jeanne Martin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Old Man Rhythm | Edith Warren | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Swellhead | Mary Malone | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Her Forgotten Past | Doris Maynard | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Oliver Twist | Rose Maylie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | Reckless Decision | Beth MacDougall | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | Self Defense | Nona Devoux | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Pride of the Legion | Martha Tully | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | No Living Witness | Carol Everett | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Beauty Parlor | Sally Dale | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Vanity Fair | Amelia Sedley | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | Emma | Gypsy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Freighters of Destiny | Ruth Mercer | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Chinatown After Dark | Lotus | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | Grief Street | Jean Royce | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | Indiscreet | Joan Trent | Average | Similar → |
| 1930 | Feet First | Barbara | Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | What Men Want | Betty 'Babs' Joyce | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | Dumb-bells in Ermine | Faith Corey | Average | Similar → |
| 1930 | The Night Ride | Ruth Kearns | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | Welcome Danger | Billie Lee | Flop | Similar → |
| 1929 | The Shakedown | Marjorie | Average | Similar → |
| 1928 | His Destiny | Betty Baker | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | Lonesome | Mary | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | Modern Mothers | Mildred | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | Stop That Man | Muriel Crawford | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | That's My Daddy | Molly Moran | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | The Small Bachelor | Molly Waddington | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | The Drop Kick | Cecily Graves | Flop | Similar → |
| 1927 | The Lone Eagle | Mimi | Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | No Man's Law | Toby Belcher | Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | Flesh and the Devil | Hertha von Eltz | Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | Prowlers of the Night | Anita Parsons | Super Hit | Similar → |
Barbara Kent - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Barbara Kent?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Barbara Kent is "Swellhead" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Barbara Kent acted in?
Barbara Kent has been featured in at least 36 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Barbara Kent?
Other notable films include "Self Defense", "No Living Witness", and "His Destiny".