Robert Light

Acting

Freshness: Jan 13, 2026

10Total Films

7.5 Highest Rated

Born: Jun 23, 1911

Birth Place: Denver, Colorado, USA

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Robert Light reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 10 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Robert Light's filmography leans towards the Drama 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 30% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Robert Light remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in My Man Godfrey, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Robert Light Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Robert Light's career based on audience ratings.

★7.5

★7.5

My Man Godfrey — Fifth Avenue socialite Irene Bullock needs a "forgotten man" to win a scavenger hunt, and no one is more forgotten than

My Man Godfrey

1936•Comedy

★6.5

★6.5

Shipmates Forever — An admiral's son with no interest in carrying on the family tradition is a successful crooner. He finally joins the Navy

Shipmates Forever

1935•Drama

★6.5

★6.5

Gentlemen Are Born — A well-cloistered and protected-against-reality group of college students get their diplomas in the heart of the Great D

Gentlemen Are Born

1934•Drama

★6.0

★6.0

Mary Jane's Pa — Sam Preston is a small-town newspaper publisher who suffers from wanderlust. Leaving his family, he thinks well-provided

Mary Jane's Pa

1935•Drama

★5.8

★5.8

Ceiling Zero — War veteran pilots Dizzy Davis, Texas Clark and Jake Lee are working in an airline. Dizzy is fooling with one of the you

Ceiling Zero

1936•Adventure

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Robert Light.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1979	Autumn Born	Disco Patron	Flop	Similar →
1936	My Man Godfrey	Faithful George	Super Hit	Similar →
1936	Doughnuts and Society	Bill	Flop	Similar →
1936	Ceiling Zero	Les Bogan	Average	Similar →
1935	Shipmates Forever	Ted Sterling	Hit	Similar →
1935	Mary Jane's Pa	Fred	Average	Similar →
1935	Reckless	Paul Mercer	Flop	Similar →
1935	Women Must Dress	Brand Whitney	Flop	Similar →
1934	Murder in the Clouds	Tom Wagner	Flop	Similar →
1934	Gentlemen Are Born	Fred Harper	Hit	Similar →

Robert Light - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Robert Light?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Robert Light is "My Man Godfrey" with a rating of 7.5/10.

How many movies has Robert Light acted in?

Robert Light has been featured in at least 10 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Robert Light?

Other notable films include "Shipmates Forever", "Gentlemen Are Born", and "Mary Jane's Pa".