Janette Scott
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Thora Janette Scott (born 14 December 1938) is an English actress. She was born in Morecambe, England. She is the daughter of actors Jimmy Scott and Thora Hird. She started her acting career as a child actress, known as Janette Scott, and became a popular leading lady. Among her best known roles was as April Smith in the 1960 film School for Scoundrels, based on the "One-upmanship" books by Stephen Potter, in which Ian Carmichael and Terry-Thomas competed for her attention. Scott wrote her autobiography at the age of 14. Her role in the film The Day of the Triffids is referenced in the opening song of The Rocky Horror Show ("Science Fiction/Double Feature") which made references to many B-movie sci-fi and horror films. Description above from the Wikipedia article Janette Scott, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Janette Scott reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 28 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Janette Scott'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 25% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Janette Scott remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Peter Sellers: A State of Comic Ecstasy, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Janette Scott Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Janette Scott's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Janette Scott.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Peter Sellers: A State of Comic Ecstasy | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | How to Lose Friends & Alienate People | Sidney's Mother | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | Creepy Classics | Karen Goodwill - (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | Bikini Paradise | Rachel | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | Crack in the World | Dr. Maggie Sorenson | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | The Beauty Jungle | Shirley Freeman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1963 | The Old Dark House | Cecily Femm | Average | Similar → |
| 1963 | Siege of the Saxons | Princess Katherine | Flop | Similar → |
| 1963 | The Day of the Triffids | Karen Goodwin | Average | Similar → |
| 1963 | Paranoiac | Eleanor Ashby | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Two and Two Make Six | Irene | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | Double Bunk | Peggy Goddard | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | His and Hers | Fran Blake | Flop | Similar → |
| 1960 | School for Scoundrels | April Smith | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | The Devil's Disciple | Judith Anderson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | The Lady is a Square | Joanna Baring | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Happy Is the Bride | Janet Royd | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Good Companions | Susie Dean | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | Now and Forever | Janette Grant | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Helen of Troy | Cassandra | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | As Long as They're Happy | Gwen Bentley | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Background | Jess Lomax | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Magic Box | Ethel Friese-Greene | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | No Highway in the Sky | Elspeth Honey | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Galloping Major | Susan Hill | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | No Place for Jennifer | Jennifer Parry | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | Conspirator | Toby | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Lamp Still Burns | (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
Janette Scott - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Janette Scott?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Janette Scott is "Peter Sellers: A State of Comic Ecstasy" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Janette Scott acted in?
Janette Scott has been featured in at least 28 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Janette Scott?
Other notable films include "As Long as They're Happy", "No Highway in the Sky", and "Now and Forever".