Phyllis Allen
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Phyllis Allen (November 25, 1861 – March 26, 1938) was an American vaudeville and silent screen comedian. She worked with Charles Chaplin, Mabel Normand, Roscoe "Fatty" Arbuckle, and Mack Sennett during a film career spanning 74 movies in the decade between 1913 and 1923. Due to her imposing demeanour and perennially haughty expression, she was quite similar in appearance to fellow screen comedian Marie Dressler. [biography from Wikipedia]
Phyllis Allen Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Phyllis Allen reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 45 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Phyllis Allen's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 22% of Phyllis Allen'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 Where Hazel Met the Villain, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Phyllis Allen Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Phyllis Allen's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Phyllis Allen has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1959 | The Chaplin Revue | Various (archive footage) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1923 | The Pilgrim | Congregation Member (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1922 | Pay Day | His Wife | Hit | Similar → |
| 1920 | White Youth | Madame Le Moyne | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1920 | The Rent Dodgers | The Landlady | Flop | Similar → |
| 1920 | Footprints | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1920 | Her First Flame | Minnie Fish | Hit | Similar → |
| 1919 | The Head Waiter | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1919 | Monkey Stuff | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1917 | The Adventurer | Governess (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1916 | The Vagabond | (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1916 | A Movie Star | Jack's Real Wife | Average | Similar → |
| 1915 | A Submarine Pirate | A pugnacious guest | Flop | Similar → |
| 1915 | Fickle Fatty's Fall | Fatty's Mother-In-Law | Flop | Similar → |
| 1915 | A Lover's Lost Control | Gussle's Wife | Average | Similar → |
| 1915 | A Lover's Lost Control | Shoe Customer | Average | Similar → |
| 1915 | Fatty’s Plucky Pup | Fatty's Mother | Average | Similar → |
| 1915 | Gussle Rivals Jonah | Mrs. Gussle | Flop | Similar → |
| 1915 | Gussle's Wayward Path | Gussle's Wife | Flop | Similar → |
| 1915 | Gussle's Day of Rest | Mrs. Gussle | Average | Similar → |
| 1915 | That Little Band Of Gold | Audience Member (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1915 | Caught in a Park | The Wife | Flop | Similar → |
| 1915 | Fatty and Mabel’s Simple Life | The Bride | Flop | Similar → |
| 1914 | Tillie's Punctured Romance | Prison Matron / Restaurant Patron / Guest (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1914 | Fatty's Magic Pants | Fatty's Mother | Average | Similar → |
| 1914 | Getting Acquainted | Mrs. Sniffels | Flop | Similar → |
| 1914 | Leading Lizzie Astray | Amorous Dancing Cafe Patron (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1914 | His Trysting Places | Ambrose's Wife | Average | Similar → |
| 1914 | Gentlemen of Nerve | Flirty Woman | Average | Similar → |
| 1914 | Dough and Dynamite | Customer | Average | Similar → |
| 1914 | Zip, the Dodger | Minta's Mother | Flop | Similar → |
| 1914 | Fatty Again | The Proprietor's Wife | Flop | Similar → |
| 1914 | Lover's Luck | The Girl's Mother | Flop | Similar → |
| 1914 | The Rounders | Mrs. Full | Average | Similar → |
| 1914 | The Property Man | Lena Fat (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1914 | Fatty's Finish | Fatty's Friend's Wife | Flop | Similar → |
| 1914 | Fatty and the Heiress | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1914 | A Busy Day | The Other Woman (unconfirmed) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1914 | Caught in a Cabaret | Cabaret Dancer (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1914 | Where Hazel Met the Villain | Hazel | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1914 | The Star Boarder | Boarder (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1914 | A Thief Catcher | Woman Hanging Out Washing (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1914 | Rebecca's Wedding Day | Wedding Guest | Flop | Similar → |
| 1913 | Fatty at San Diego | Fatty's Wife | Flop | Similar → |
| 1913 | Murphy's I.O.U. | (uncredited) (unconfirmed) | Flop | Similar → |
Phyllis Allen - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Phyllis Allen?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Phyllis Allen is "Where Hazel Met the Villain" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Phyllis Allen acted in?
Phyllis Allen has been featured in at least 45 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Phyllis Allen?
Other notable films include "White Youth", "Monkey Stuff", and "The Chaplin Revue".