10 Best Shirley Temple Movies, Ranked

During the 1930s, Shirley Temple was a bright light on the silver screen who entertained audiences in classic films such as Curly Top, The Little Princess, and Heidi. Born in Santa Monica, California, Temple learned to sing, dance, and act at a young age, and by 1932, she had signed a contract with Educational Pictures, appearing in various comedy shorts. In 1933, Temple finally earned her big break and landed a role in the musical film, Stand Up and Cheer! Temple soon became a national sensation and one of the biggest stars of the silver screen, serving as an unofficial symbol of hope, kindness, and generosity.