Dan Jackson

Acting

Freshness: Jan 20, 2026

17Total Films

8.5 Highest Rated

Born: Jan 1, 1925

Birth Place: South Africa

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Dan Jackson reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 17 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Dan Jackson'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 29% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Dan Jackson remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Heart Within, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Dan Jackson Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Dan Jackson's career based on audience ratings.

★8.5

★8.5

The Heart Within: A teenager is determines to clear the name of a black friend who is accused of murder.

The Heart Within

1957•Thriller

★7.2

Bunny Lake Is Missing (1965) movie poster

★7.2

Bunny Lake Is Missing: A woman reports that her young daughter is missing, but there seems to be no evidence that she ever existed.

Bunny Lake Is Missing

1965•Mystery

★7.0

★7.0

Sapphire: Two Scotland Yard detectives investigate the murder of a young woman of mixed race who had been passing for white. As th

Sapphire

1959•Mystery

★6.6

★6.6

Mysterious Island: During the US Civil War, Union POWs escape in a balloon and end up stranded on a South Pacific island, inhabited by gian

Mysterious Island

1961•Adventure

★6.5

★6.5

Live and Let Die: James Bond must investigate a mysterious murder case of a British agent in New Orleans. Soon he finds himself up against

Live and Let Die

1973•Adventure

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Dan Jackson.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1973	Live and Let Die	Garçon	Hit	Similar →
1970	The Mind of Mr. Soames	Nicholls	Flop	Similar →
1968	On the Run	Chief Okapi	Flop	Similar →
1967	I Am Osango	Osango	Flop	Similar →
1966	Naked Evil	Lloyd	Flop	Similar →
1966	Emergency Ward 9	Adzola	Flop	Similar →
1965	Bunny Lake Is Missing	Mover	Hit	Similar →
1965	A High Wind in Jamaica	Pirate	Average	Similar →
1965	Fable	Overseer	Flop	Similar →
1961	Mysterious Island	Cpl. Neb Nugent	Hit	Similar →
1961	Flame in the Streets	Jubilee	Average	Similar →
1959	Sapphire	Nightclub Owner	Hit	Similar →
1958	The Roots of Heaven	Madjumba	Average	Similar →
1957	The Heart Within	Joe Martell	Super Hit	Similar →
1956	Beyond Mombasa	Ketimi	Average	Similar →
1952	Paul Temple Returns	Sakki the Valet	Average	Similar →
1952	My Six Convicts	Convict 1538	Average	Similar →

Dan Jackson - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Dan Jackson?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Dan Jackson is "The Heart Within" with a rating of 8.5/10.

How many movies has Dan Jackson acted in?

Dan Jackson has been featured in at least 17 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Dan Jackson?

Other notable films include "Bunny Lake Is Missing", "Sapphire", and "Mysterious Island".