Helen Haye
ActingAbout Helen Haye
Helen Haye was born on August 28, 1874, in Assam Province, British India. She was an actress, known for 'The Frightened Lady (1940)', 'The 39 Steps (1935)', and 'Drake the Pirate (1935)'. She was married to Ernest Attenborough. She died on September 1, 1957, in London, England, UK.
Helen Haye Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Helen Haye reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 43 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Helen Haye's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 56% of Helen Haye'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 It's a Boy, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Helen Haye Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Helen Haye's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Helen Haye has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1958 | The Gypsy and the Gentleman | Lady Caroline Ayrton | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Action of the Tiger | Countess Valona | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | My Teenage Daughter | Aunt Louisa Black | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Lilacs in the Spring | Lady Drayton | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Hobson's Choice | Mrs. Hepworth | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Front Page Story | Susan's Mother | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Anastasia | The Dowager Empress of Russia | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Conspirator | Lady Witheringham | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Third Time Lucky | Old Lady | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Anna Karenina | Countess Vronsky | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Mrs. Fitzherbert | Lady Sefton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Mine Own Executioner | Lady Maresfield | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | A Place of One's Own | Florence Manning-Tutthorn | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Madonna of the Seven Moons | Mother Superior | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Fanny by Gaslight | Mrs. Somerford | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Dear Octopus | Dora Randolph | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Man in Grey | Lady Rohan | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Kipps | Mrs. Walshingham | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Case of the Frightened Lady | Lady Lebanon | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Riding High | Miss Ada Broadbent | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | A Girl Must Live | Aunt Primrose | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Spy in Black | Mrs. Sedley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | St. Martin's Lane | Selina | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Girl in the Taxi | Delphine | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Cotton Queen | Margaret Owen | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Wings of the Morning | Aunt Jenepher | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | The 39 Steps | Louisa Jordan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Drake of England | Lady Lennox | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Dictator | Queen Mother Juliana | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | It's a Boy | Mrs. Bogle | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | This Week of Grace | Lady Warmington | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | Her First Affaire | Lady Brogden | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Monte Carlo Madness | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | The Officers' Mess | Mrs. Harbottle | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Brown Sugar | Lady Knightsbridge | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | The Skin Game | Mrs. Hillcrist | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | Beyond the Cities | Amy Hayes | Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | The Nipper | Lady Sevenoaks | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | Knowing Men | Korah's Aunt (Marquise de Jaurmais) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | Atlantic | Clara Tate-Hughes | Flop | Similar → |
| 1921 | The Skin Game | Mrs. Hillcrist | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1920 | Bleak House | Miss Barbay | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1917 | Masks and Faces | Dame Best | Flop | Similar → |
Helen Haye - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Helen Haye?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Helen Haye is "It's a Boy" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Helen Haye acted in?
Helen Haye has been featured in at least 43 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Helen Haye?
Other notable films include "Riding High", "Brown Sugar", and "Knowing Men".