★ Acting
1899 – 1975
· Tampa, Florida, USA
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Active 1915–1959
Evelyn Brent, born Mary Elizabeth Riggs, emerged as a notable figure in American cinema during the 1930s. In Mr. Wong, Detective (1938), she plays a key role that highlights her ability to navigate the complexities of crime narratives. With a career that began on stage, Brent transitioned to film, bringing a unique presence to the genre. Her work in Mr. Wong, Detective contributes to the film's blend of mystery and intrigue, solidifying her place in the annals of cult cinema.
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Mr. Wong, Detective
1938
★ 5.4
as Olga Petroff / Countess Dubois / Sophie Dome
A chemical manufacturer is killed just after asking detective James Wong to help him. So Detective Wong decides to investigate this as well as two subsequent murders.
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Top 6 by popularity · TMDB
Filmography
113 credits
1950s
2 credits
1940s
16 credits
1930s
33 credits
1920s
47 credits
1910s
15 credits