
Dorothy Burgess
ActingCareer Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Dorothy Burgess reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 47 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Dorothy Burgess'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 11% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Dorothy Burgess remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in A Modern Hero, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Dorothy Burgess Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Dorothy Burgess's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Dorothy Burgess.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1970 | Brasileiros em Hollywood | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1964 | The Big Parade of Comedy | Gypsy in 'Hold Your Man' (archive footage) (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | The West Side Kid | Toodles | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Girls in Chains | Mrs. Peters | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Man of Courage | Sally Dickson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Lone Star Ranger | Trixie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Lady for a Night | Flo | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Cadet Girl | Minor Role (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | I Want a Divorce | Peppy Gilman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Lady in Question | Antoinette (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Village Tale | Lulu Stevenson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | Gambling | Dorothy Kane | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Friends of Mr. Sweeney | Millie Seagrove | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Hat, Coat and Glove | Ann Brewster | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Circus Clown | Babe (aka Miss Mercedes) | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Black Moon | Juanita Perez Lane | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | Affairs of a Gentleman | Nan Fitzgerald | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | A Modern Hero | Hazel Flint Radier | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Orient Express | Mabel Warren | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | Fashions of 1934 | Glenda | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Miss Fane's Baby Is Stolen | Dotty | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | From Headquarters | Dolly White | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | Night Flight | Pellerin's Girlfriend | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | Ladies Must Love | Peggy Burns | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | Headline Shooter | Ruby, Burnett's Moll | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Important Witness | Ruth Dana | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | It's Great to Be Alive | Al Moran | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | I Love That Man | Ethel aka Giggles | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | Hold Your Man | Gypsy | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | Rusty Rides Alone | Mona Quillan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | Strictly Personal | Bessie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | Hollywood on Parade No. A-8 | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | What Price Decency | Norma | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | Ladies They Talk About | Susie | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | On Your Guard | 'Sissy' Shannon | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | Malay Nights | Eve Blake | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | Out of Singapore | Concha Renaldo | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Stoker | Margarita Valdez | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | Play Girl | Edna | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | Taxi! | Marie Costa | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Lasca of the Rio Grande | Lasca | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | Oh! Oh! Cleopatra | Cleopatra | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | Recaptured Love | Peggy Price | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | Swing High | Trixie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | The Voice of Hollywood No. 1 | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1929 | Pleasure Crazed | Alma Dean | Flop | Similar → |
| 1928 | In Old Arizona | Tonia Maria | Flop | Similar → |
Dorothy Burgess - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Dorothy Burgess?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Dorothy Burgess is "A Modern Hero" with a rating of 7.0/10.
How many movies has Dorothy Burgess acted in?
Dorothy Burgess has been featured in at least 47 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Dorothy Burgess?
Other notable films include "Taxi!", "The Lady in Question", and "Swing High".




