Edith Roberts
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Edith Josephine Roberts (September 17, 1899 – August 20, 1935) was an American silent film actress. Among her more than 150 screen credits are roles in Seven Keys to Baldpate (1925), Big Brother (1923), The Wagon Master (1929), and The Mystery Club (1926). Her final film role was in Two O'Clock in the Morning (1929). Roberts was married to Harold Carter. She died, aged 35, in 1935, shortly after giving birth to a son, her only child.
Edith Roberts Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Edith Roberts reflects exceptional commercial consistency. Across 49 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Edith Roberts's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 86% of Edith Roberts'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 Wasted Lives, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Edith Roberts Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Edith Roberts's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Edith Roberts has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1929 | Dreary House | Mary Wheeler | Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | The Wagon Master | Sue Smith | Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | The Phantom of the North | Doris Rayburn | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | The Man from Headquarters | Countess Jalna | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | The Adorable Outcast | Luya | Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | There You Are! | Joan Randolph | Flop | Similar → |
| 1926 | Shameful Behavior? | Daphne Carrol | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | The Mystery Club | Nancy Darrell | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | The Taxi Mystery | Nancy Cornell / Vera Norris | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | Seven Keys to Baldpate | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | The New Champion | Polly Brand | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | Speed Mad | Betty Hampton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | Shattered Lives | Sally Dayton | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | Wasted Lives | Mary 'Tommy' Townsend | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | On Thin Ice | Rose Lore | Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | The Age of Innocence | May Mingott | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | Roaring Rails | Nora Burke | Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | Twenty Dollars a Week | Muriel Hart | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | Thy Name Is Woman | Dolores | Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | Roulette | Lois Carrington | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1923 | Big Brother | Kitty Costello | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1923 | Backbone | Yvonne de Mersay / Yvonne de Chausson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1923 | The Sunshine Trail | June Carpenter | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1923 | The Dangerous Age | Ruth Emerson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1922 | A Front Page Story | Virginia Hayward | Hit | Similar → |
| 1922 | Thorns and Orange Blossoms | Violet Beaton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1922 | Flesh and Blood | The Angel Lady | Average | Similar → |
| 1922 | The Son of the Wolf | Chook-Ra | Hit | Similar → |
| 1922 | Saturday Night | Shamrock O'Day | Average | Similar → |
| 1921 | Opened Shutters | Sylvia Lacey | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1921 | Luring Lips | Adele Martin | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1921 | The Unknown Wife | Helen Wilburton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1921 | The Fire Cat | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1920 | White Youth | Aline Ann Belame | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1920 | The Adorable Savage | Marama Thurston | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1920 | Alias Miss Dodd | Jeanne | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1920 | Her Five-Foot Highness | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1920 | The Triflers | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1920 | A Baby Doll Bandit | Miss Betsy Beautiful | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1919 | Lasca | Lasca | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1919 | Bill Henry | Lela Mason | Flop | Similar → |
| 1919 | A Taste of Life | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1919 | Sue of the South | Sue Gordon | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1918 | Set Free | Roma Wycliffe | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1918 | Beans | Betty Brewster | Flop | Similar → |
| 1918 | Give Her Gas | Edith | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1918 | The Love Swindle | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1918 | The Deciding Kiss | Eleanor Hamlin | Flop | Similar → |
| 1917 | What a Clue Will Do | The Cub Reporter | Hit | Similar → |
Edith Roberts - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Edith Roberts?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Edith Roberts is "Wasted Lives" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Edith Roberts acted in?
Edith Roberts has been featured in at least 49 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Edith Roberts?
Other notable films include "Big Brother", "The Sunshine Trail", and "Twenty Dollars a Week".