Leah Baird
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Leah Baird (June 20, 1883 – October 3, 1971) was an American actress of the silent screen, and a screenwriter. She began her film career in 1910 in Jean and the Waif opposite Jean, the Vitagraph Dog. She played several leads in William F. Brady's troupe, opposite Douglas Fairbanks. In the late 1910s she played in 15 episodes of the serial Wolves of Kultur. Baird wrote and produced film during the 1920s. Baird later became a screenwriter and contributed to a number of Clara Bow features. She was married to producer Arthur F. Beck.
Leah Baird Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Leah Baird reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Leah Baird's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 70% of Leah Baird'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 A Birthday Gift, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Leah Baird Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Leah Baird's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Leah Baird has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1957 | The Hard Man | Townswoman (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | Around the World in 80 Days | Extra (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Riding Shotgun | Townswoman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | It Should Happen to You | Audience Member (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Gasoline Alley | Pedestrian (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Man Who Cheated Himself | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Humoresque | Professor (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Mildred Pierce | Police Matron (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Make Your Own Bed | John's Wife | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Thank Your Lucky Stars | Bus Passenger (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Action in the North Atlantic | Mother (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Air Force | Nurse #2 (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Busses Roar | 2nd Old Maid | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Daughter of Rosie O'Grady | Superintendent | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Winning Your Wings | High Schooler's Mother (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Lady Gangster | Matron | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Man Who Came to Dinner | Fan at Train Station (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Dangerously They Live | Fake Telephone Operator (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | One Foot in Heaven | Undetermined Secondary Role (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Manpower | Mrs. Taylor (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Bad Men of Missouri | Ms. Brooks | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Bullets for O'Hara | Police Matron | Flop | Similar → |
| 1925 | The Unnamed Woman | Billie Norton | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1923 | The Miracle Makers | Doris Mansfield | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1923 | The Destroying Angel | Mary Miller /Sara Law | Hit | Similar → |
| 1923 | Is Divorce a Failure? | Carol Lockwood | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1922 | When Husbands Deceive | Viola Baxter | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1922 | When the Devil Drives | Blanche Mansfield | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1919 | The Volcano | Ruth Carroll | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1919 | The Echo of Youth | Olive Martin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1918 | Wolves of Kultur | Alice Grayson | Average | Similar → |
| 1916 | Lights of New York | Yolande Cowles | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1915 | The Ruling Power | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1914 | The Great Universal Mystery | Herself | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1913 | Ivanhoe | Rebecca of York | Flop | Similar → |
| 1913 | The Lady and the Glove | Anne | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1913 | The Only Veteran in Town | Mrs. Arnold - Dora's Mother | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1913 | Bunny and the Bunny Hug | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1913 | Vampire of the Desert | Mrs. William Corday | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1913 | Cutey and the Chorus Girls | Kitty - Another Dancer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1913 | A Birthday Gift | Alice's Aunt | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1912 | A Cure for Pokeritis | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1912 | Following the Star | George's Fiancée | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1912 | The Red Barrier | Isabel, Professor Bain's Daughter | Average | Similar → |
| 1912 | The Miracle | Mousali - a Poor Woman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1912 | The Black Sheep | Mrs. Moreland - Clara's Mother | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1912 | The Foster Child | An Heiress | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1912 | The Spider's Web | Brenda Wray - Lester's Stenographer | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1912 | The Old Silver Watch | Mildred as an Adult | Hit | Similar → |
| 1911 | The Wooing of Winifred | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
Leah Baird - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Leah Baird?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Leah Baird is "A Birthday Gift" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Leah Baird acted in?
Leah Baird has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Leah Baird?
Other notable films include "The Volcano", "Bunny and the Bunny Hug", and "The Spider's Web".