Enid Bennett was an Australian actress who is best known for her roles in “The Sea Hawk,” “Robin Hood,” and “Waterloo Bridge.” She had a successful career in both stage and film, becoming a prominent figure in Hollywood during the silent film era and early talkies.
Personal and Family Life
Enid Bennett was born on July 15, 1893, in York, Western Australia. She had two sisters, Catherine Bennett and Marjorie Bennett, both of whom were also actresses. Enid was married twice, first to director Fred Niblo, with whom she had three children, and later to director Sidney Franklin.
Career
Beginning her career on stage in Sydney, Enid eventually made her way to Broadway in New York. After facing initial difficulties due to her Australian accent, she landed a role in the play “Cock of the Walk,” which caught the attention of film producer Thomas H. Ince. This opportunity led her to work in Hollywood, where she had a notable film career, starring in several popular films until her retirement.
Death and Legacy
Enid Bennett passed away on May 14, 1969, in Malibu, California, due to a heart attack. Her contributions to film, especially during the silent era, left a lasting impact, and she is remembered as a talented actress of her time.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| The Sea Hawk | 1924-06-14 | Lady Rosamund Godolphin |
| Skippy | 1931-04-25 | Ellen Skinner |
| Waterloo Bridge | 1931-09-01 | Mary Cronin Wetherby |
| The Red Lily | 1924-09-08 | Marise La Noue |
| Partners Three | 1919-03-22 | Agnes Cuyler |
| Strike Up the Band | 1940-09-27 | Mrs. Morgan |
| Meet Dr. Christian | 1939-11-17 | Anne Hewitt |
| The Big Store | 1941-06-20 | Clerk (uncredited) |
| Robin Hood | 1922-10-18 | Lady Marian Fitzwalter |
| Intermezzo: A Love Story | 1939-10-06 | Greta Stenborg |
| Princess of the Dark | 1917-02-18 | Fay Herron |
| The Little Brother | 1917-03-11 | Jerry Ross |
| The Girl, Glory | 1917-06-09 | Glory Wharton |
| The Aryan | 1916-04-09 | Undetermined Secondary Role |
| The Woman in the Suitcase | 1920-01-11 | Mary Moreland |
| The Flag: A Story Inspired by the Tradition of Betsy Ross | 1927-10-01 | Betsy Ross |
| The Wrong Mr. Wright | 1927-02-27 | Henrietta |
| A Trip Through the World’s Greatest Motion Picture Studios | 1920-08-15 | Herself |
| Sooky | 1931-12-26 | Helen Skinner |
| The False Road | 1920-04-18 | Betty Palmer |
| A Desert Wooing | 1918-06-23 | Avice Bereton |
| The Marriage Ring | 1918-08-26 | Anne Mertons |
| Happiness | 1917-05-13 | Doris Wingate |
| The Courtship of Miles Standish | 1923-12-30 | Priscilla Mullens |
| The Vamp | 1918-07-14 | Nancy Lyons |
| The Haunted Bedroom | 1919-12-05 | Betsy Thorne |
| Coals of Fire | 1918-08-26 | Nell Bradley |
| Scandalous Tongues | 1922-10-22 | |
| The Bootlegger’s Daughter | 1922-10-06 | Nell Bradley |
| Strangers of the Night | 1923-09-10 | Poppy Faire |
| Get-Rich-Quick Wallingford | Fanny |