Dean Jones
ActingAbout Dean Jones
Dean Jones (1931–2015) was an American actor. Jones is best known for his leading roles in several Walt Disney movies between 1965 and 1977, most notably The Love Bug.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Dean Jones reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Dean Jones's filmography leans towards the Comedy 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 42% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Dean Jones remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Scrooge and Marley, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Dean Jones Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Dean Jones's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Dean Jones.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | Six by Sondheim | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | Mandie and the Secret Tunnel | Jason Bond | Flop | Similar → |
| 2003 | That Loveable Bug | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2001 | Scrooge and Marley | Ebenezer Scrooge | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | Batman & Mr. Freeze: SubZero | Dean Arbagast (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | A Walk in Time: The Adventure Continues | professor Mortimer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | The Love Bug | Jim Douglas | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | That Darn Cat | Mr. Flint | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | A Walk in Time | Professor Mortimer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | Special Report: Journey to Mars | Dr. Scott Berlin | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | The Visual Bible: Acts | Luke | Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | Clear and Present Danger | Judge Moore | Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Saved By The Bell: Hawaiian Style | Harry Bannister | Average | Similar → |
| 1992 | Beethoven | Dr. Varnick | Average | Similar → |
| 1992 | Queen Esther | King Ahasuerus (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Other People's Money | Bill Coles | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | Fire and Rain | Jack Ayers | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | St. John in Exile | John | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | Born Again | Charles W. Colson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | When Every Day Was the Fourth of July | Ed Cooper | Average | Similar → |
| 1977 | Herbie Goes to Monte Carlo | Jim Douglas | Average | Similar → |
| 1976 | The Shaggy D.A. | Wilby Daniels | Average | Similar → |
| 1976 | Disney's Greatest Dog Stars | Narrator | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | The Sugarland Express | Policeman at Football Game (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | Guess Who's Sleeping in My Bed? | George Gregory | Flop | Similar → |
| 1972 | Snowball Express | Johnny Baxter | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | The Million Dollar Duck | Professeur Albert Dooley | Average | Similar → |
| 1970 | Original Cast Album: Company | Self / Bobby | Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | Mr. Superinvisible | Peter Denwell | Flop | Similar → |
| 1968 | The Love Bug | Jim Douglas | Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | The Horse in the Gray Flannel Suit | Fredrick 'Fred' Bolton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | Blackbeard's Ghost | Steve Walker | Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | Monkeys, Go Home! | Hank Dussard | Flop | Similar → |
| 1966 | Any Wednesday | Cass Henderson | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Ugly Dachshund | Mark Garrison | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | That Darn Cat! | Zeke Kelso | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | Two on a Guillotine | Val Henderson | Average | Similar → |
| 1963 | Under the Yum-Yum Tree | Dave Manning | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | Never So Few | Sgt. Jim Norby | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | Night of the Quarter Moon | Lexington Nelson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1958 | Torpedo Run | Lt. Jake 'Fuzz' Foley | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Imitation General | Cpl. Terry Sellers | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Handle with Care | Zachary Davis | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Designing Woman | Assistant Stage Manager (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Ten Thousand Bedrooms | Dan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1957 | Jailhouse Rock | Teddy Talbot | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Opposite Sex | Assistant Stage Manager (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | Tea and Sympathy | Ollie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | These Wilder Years | Hardware Clerk | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Somebody Up There Likes Me | Private in Rocky's Tent (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
Dean Jones - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Dean Jones?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Dean Jones is "Scrooge and Marley" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Dean Jones acted in?
Dean Jones has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Dean Jones?
Other notable films include "St. John in Exile", "Born Again", and "Disney's Greatest Dog Stars".