Lilian Harvey
ActingAbout Lilian Harvey
Lilian Harvey (born Helene Lilian Muriel Pape; January 19, 1906 – July 27, 1968) was an Anglo-German actress and singer, long based in Germany, where she is best known for her role as Christel Weinzinger in Erik Charell's 1931 film Der Kongreß tanzt.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Lilian Harvey reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Lilian Harvey's filmography leans towards the Comedy genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 14% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Lilian Harvey remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Woman at the Wheel, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Lilian Harvey Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Lilian Harvey's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Lilian Harvey.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | Jornal Português (1938-1951) | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Miquette | Miquette Grandier | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Schubert's Serenade | Margaret Brenton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Woman at the Wheel | Maria Kelemen | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Castles in the Air | Annie Wagner detta 'Mimì' | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Capriccio | Madelone alias Don Juan de Casanova | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Fanny Elssler | Fanny Elßler | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Seven Slaps | Daisy Terbanks | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Black Roses | Tania Fedorovna | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Lucky Kids | Ann Garden | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Black Roses | Tania Fedorovna | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Invitation to the Waltz | Jenny Peachey | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Let's Live Tonight | Kay 'Carlotta' Routledge | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | I Am Suzanne! | Suzanne | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | My Lips Betray | Lili Wieler | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | My Weakness | Looloo Blake | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Only Girl | Juliette | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Only Girl | Juliette | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | A Blonde Dream | Jou-Jou | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | Happy Ever After | Jou-Jou | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | Quick | Christine Dawson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | Quick | Eva Prätorius | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | Zwei Herzen und ein Schlag | Jenny Müller | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | Congress Dances | Chrystel | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | The Congress Dances | Christel Weinzinger | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Calais-Douvres | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | No More Love | Gladys O'Halloran | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Princess, At Your Orders! | La princesse Marie-Christine | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | The girl and the boy | Jenny Berger / Ria Bella | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | Burglars | Renée | Average | Similar → |
| 1930 | The Road to Paradise | Liliane Bourcart | Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | The Three from the Filling Station | Lilian Cossmann | Average | Similar → |
| 1930 | The Love Waltz | Princess Eva | Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | The Temporary Widow | Kitty Kellermann | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | Hokuspokus | Kitty Kellermann | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | Liebeswalzer | Prinzessin Eva | Flop | Similar → |
| 1929 | Wenn du einmal dein Herz verschenkst | Dolly | Flop | Similar → |
| 1929 | Adieu Mascotte | Mascotte | Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | Her Dark Spot | Lilian von Trucks / Yvette Demoulin | Flop | Similar → |
| 1928 | A Knight in London | Aline Morland | Flop | Similar → |
| 1928 | Thou Shalt Not Steal | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1927 | Vacation from Marriage | Hella | Flop | Similar → |
| 1927 | Die tolle Lola | Lola Cornero | Flop | Similar → |
| 1926 | Vater werden ist nicht schwer... | Harriet | Flop | Similar → |
| 1926 | The Chaste Susanne | Jacqueline | Average | Similar → |
| 1926 | Prinzessin Trulala | Prinzessin Trulala | Flop | Similar → |
| 1925 | Die Kleine vom Bummel | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1925 | Liebe und Trompetenblasen | Komtesse Maria Charlotte | Flop | Similar → |
| 1925 | Leidenschaft | Hella von Gilsa | Flop | Similar → |
| 1925 | Der Fluch | Ruth | Flop | Similar → |
Lilian Harvey - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Lilian Harvey?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Lilian Harvey is "Woman at the Wheel" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Lilian Harvey acted in?
Lilian Harvey has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Lilian Harvey?
Other notable films include "No More Love", "The Congress Dances", and "The Road to Paradise".