
Mary Carr
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Mary Carr (14 March 1874 – 24 June 1973) was an American film actress and was married to the actor William Carr (1866–1937). She appeared in 144 films between 1915 and 1956.
Mary Carr Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Mary Carr 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 Mary Carr's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 100% of Mary Carr'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 Police Call, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Mary Carr Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Mary Carr's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Mary Carr has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1945 | Oregon Trail | Granny Layton | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Manhattan Heartbeat | Grandma in Music Store | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Shop Around the Corner | Grandmother (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Land of Liberty | (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Loudspeaker | Grandma | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Police Call | Mother Daniels | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Young Blood | Widow | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Running Hollywood | Mary Carr | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Honeymoon Lane | Mother Murphy | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Beyond Victory | Bud's Mother | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | The Primrose Path | Grandmother | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | The Midnight Special | Mrs. Boone | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | Trailing Trouble | Old Lady | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | Some Mother's Boy | The Mother | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | Honour Thy Mother | Die Mutter | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | A Million for Love | Mrs. Eagan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | The Riding Renegade | Mrs. Taylor | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | Paying the Price | Mrs. Gordon | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | The Show Girl | Mrs. Udell | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | Blonde or Brunette | Grandmother | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | Whom Shall I Marry | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | Atta Boy | Grandmother | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | The False Alarm | Mrs. Casey | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | Frenzied Flames | Mrs. Grogan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | The Hidden Way | Mother | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | The Midnight Message | Widow Malone | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | Somebody's Mother | Mary, aka 'Matches' Mary | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | Pleasures of the Rich | Kate Wilson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | Big Pal | Mary Williams | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | His Master's Voice | Mrs. Henley | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | Drusilla with a Million | Drusilla Doane | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | School for Wives | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | East of Broadway | Mrs. Morrisey | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | The Mine with the Iron Door | St. Jimmy's mother | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | A Self-Made Failure | Grandma Neal | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | The Spirit of the USA | Mary Gains | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | The Woman on the Jury | Mrs. Pierce | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | Damaged Hearts | The Mother | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | Painted People | Mrs. Lane | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | Roulette | Mrs. Harris | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1923 | Broadway Broke | Nellie Wayne | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1923 | The Daring Years | Mrs. Browning | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1923 | Children of Dust | Terwilliger's Mother | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1923 | The Custard Cup | Mrs. Penfield | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1920 | Over the Hill to the Poorhouse | Ma Benton | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1919 | The Spark Divine | Mrs. Jardine | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1919 | The Lion and the Mouse | Eudoxia | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1919 | Calibre 38 | Rosemary | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1916 | Ignorance | The Mother | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1916 | Love's Toll | Mrs. Lane | Super Hit | Similar → |
Mary Carr - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Mary Carr?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Mary Carr is "Police Call" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Mary Carr acted in?
Mary Carr has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Mary Carr?
Other notable films include "Blonde or Brunette", "The Midnight Special", and "Trailing Trouble".




