Ethel Wales
ActingAbout Ethel Wales
From Wikipedia Ethel Wales (April 4, 1878 - February 15, 1952) was an American actress, who appeared in 130 films during her 30-year career. She was the first wife of Wellington E. Wales (1886–1954), Mary Pickford's business manager during the height of her popularity. The couple had one son, Wellington Charles Wales (1918–1966), an editorial writer for the New York Times who died of a heart attack shortly after his 19 year-old son Samuel was killed in a train mishap. Her second husband was actor Hal Taliaferro.
Ethel Wales Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Ethel Wales reflects exceptional commercial consistency. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Ethel Wales's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 100% of Ethel Wales'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 Bobbed Hair, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Ethel Wales Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Ethel Wales's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Ethel Wales has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1933 | The Fighting Parson | Betsy Larkin | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Important Witness | Bride | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Eleventh Commandment | Mabel Moore | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Racing Strain | Aunt Judy | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | A Man's Land | Aunt Flossie Doolittle | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Trial of Vivienne Ware | Gossip (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Never the Twins Shall Meet | Mrs. Guppy | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Honeymoon Lane | Mrs. Gotrocks | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Subway Express | Mrs. Cotton | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | The Flood | Aunt Constance | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | Under Montana Skies | Martha Jenkins | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | The Dude Wrangler | Mattie | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | The Donovan Affair | Mrs. Lindsey | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | Blue Skies | Matron (episode 1) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | Furnace Trouble | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | Taxi 13 | Mrs. Mactavish | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | The Masks of the Devil | Virginia's Aunt | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | Tenth Avenue | Ma Mason | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | The Perfect Crime | Mrs. Frisbie | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | Ladies' Night in a Turkish Bath | Mrs. Spivers | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | Almost Human | Katie | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | My Friend from India | Arabella Mott / Bedelia Smith | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | The Wreck of the Hesperus | Deborah Slocum | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | The Girl in the Pullman | Mrs. Jones | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | The Country Doctor | Redora Bump | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | The Satin Woman | 'Countess' Debris | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | Bertha the Sewing Machine Girl | Mrs. Sloan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | Ladies at Play | Aunt Sarah | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | Take It from Me | Miss Abbott | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | Wandering Footsteps | Matilda | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | The Wedding Song | Auntie | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | Don't | Mrs. Moffat | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | The Overland Limited | Mrs. Barton | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | Shattered Lives | Elizabeth Trent | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | Let Women Alone | Ma Benham | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | Merton of the Movies | Mrs. Montague | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | Lovers' Lane | Aunt Melissy | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | Revelation | Madame Hofer | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | Which Shall It Be? | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | The Bedroom Window | Matild Jones (aka Rufus Rome) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | Icebound | Ella Jordan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | Loving Lies | Penny Wise | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1923 | The Grail | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1923 | The Fog | Mrs. Forge | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1922 | The Old Homestead | Aunt Matilda | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1922 | Nice People | Mrs. Heyfer | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1922 | Our Leading Citizen | Eudora Mawdle | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1922 | Is Matrimony a Failure? | Mrs. Skinner | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1922 | Bobbed Hair | Mrs. Lamont | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1921 | After the Show | Landlady | Super Hit | Similar → |
Ethel Wales - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Ethel Wales?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ethel Wales is "Bobbed Hair" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Ethel Wales acted in?
Ethel Wales has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Ethel Wales?
Other notable films include "Subway Express", "The Dude Wrangler", and "The Satin Woman".