Helen Cohan
ActingAbout Helen Cohan
From Wikipedia Helen Cohan (September 13, 1910 – September 14, 1996) was an American stage dancer and briefly a Hollywood film actress. She was the youngest daughter of vaudeville and Broadway legend George M. Cohan. She was born in New York City and studied at Marymount College in Tarrytown, New York and in France. At the age of 17 Helen appeared as a dancer at New York's Heckscher Theatre in the 1928 Dance Recital produced by Ned Wayburn. Her first appearance on the stage came during the run of The Merry Malones at Erlanger's Theatre. She danced with her father for one performance. In 1931 she joined her dad in his play Fast Friendships. The previous season she played in the Kaufman-Lardner comedy, June Moon. Miss Cohan spent five months in Hollywood hoping to break into motion pictures before she was signed to a contract by Fox Film in 1930. Her film credits are few; she had roles in Kiss and Make-Up (1934), The Penal Code (1932), and Lightnin' (1930). The latter movie featured Will Rogers.
Helen Cohan Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Helen Cohan reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 3 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Helen Cohan's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 33% of Helen Cohan'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 Penal Code, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Helen Cohan Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Helen Cohan's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Helen Cohan has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1934 | Kiss and Make-Up | Radio announcer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Penal Code | Marguerite ('Margie') Shannon | Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | Lightnin' | Milly Jones | Flop | Similar → |
Helen Cohan - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Helen Cohan?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Helen Cohan is "The Penal Code" with a rating of 6.7/10.
How many movies has Helen Cohan acted in?
Helen Cohan has been featured in at least 3 major films throughout their career.