Jay Eaton
ActingCareer Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Jay Eaton reveals a career defined by exceptional commercial consistency. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Jay Eaton'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 76% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Jay Eaton remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Strangers on a Train, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Jay Eaton Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Jay Eaton's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Jay Eaton.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1951 | Strangers on a Train | General - Party Guest (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Damned Don't Cry | Gambler at The Hacienda (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Whirlpool | Minor Role (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Sorrowful Jones | Horse Player (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Great Sinner | Gambler (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Fountainhead | Party Guest (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Ladies of the Chorus | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Romance on the High Seas | Ad Designer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Judge Steps Out | Wedding Guest (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Big Sleep | Casino Patron (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Blue Dahlia | Bar Patron (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Meet Me on Broadway | Man in Audience (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Lady on a Train | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | I Love a Mystery | Restaurant Patron (Uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Mr. Skeffington | Stock Broker (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Heaven Can Wait | Book Store Clerk (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Major and the Minor | Man Leaving Elevator (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Out of the Fog | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Love Crazy | Party Guest Getting Rake (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Blondie Plays Cupid | Kirk (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | City for Conquest | Party Guest (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Dance, Girl, Dance | Nightclub Patron (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | 'Til We Meet Again | Extra in Hong Kong Bar (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Castle on the Hudson | Dance Partner of 'Sweetheart' in Nightclub (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Blondie Brings Up Baby | Dithers' Employee (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Broadway Serenade | Atlantic City Party Guest (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Make Way for Tomorrow | Nightclub Patron (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Theodora Goes Wild | Party Guest (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Under Your Spell | Sponsor (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Libeled Lady | Club Patron (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Bullets or Ballots | Man Sitting with Lee (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Mr. Deeds Goes to Town | Writer (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Big Brown Eyes | Barber (Uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | A Night at the Opera | Aviator (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Top Hat | Guest Leaving Elevator (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Casino Murder Case | Auction Floorman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Gold Diggers of 1935 | Jewelry Salesman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Gilded Lily | London Cafe Patron (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Manhattan Melodrama | Drunk (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Upperworld | Jewelry Salesman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Jimmy the Gent | Third Young Man Drinking Tea (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | Lady for a Day | Hotel Desk Clerk (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Faithless | Chez Louise Manager | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Jewel Robbery | Leopold, Assistant Jewelry Manager (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Merrily We Go to Hell | Friend (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1931 | Working Girls | Dance Extra (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | The Last Flight | Extra in Claridge Bar | Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | Sunny | Man 'Weenie' Flirts with at Ball | Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | Ladies of Leisure | Balcony Party Guest (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1928 | The Noose | Tommy | Hit | Similar → |
Jay Eaton - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Jay Eaton?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jay Eaton is "Strangers on a Train" with a rating of 7.7/10.
How many movies has Jay Eaton acted in?
Jay Eaton has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Jay Eaton?
Other notable films include "The Big Sleep", "Mr. Deeds Goes to Town", and "Make Way for Tomorrow".