Jay S. York

Acting

Freshness: Feb 04, 2026

4Total Films

5.8 Highest Rated

Born: Aug 4, 1938

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Jay S. York reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 4 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Action

The majority of Jay S. York's filmography leans towards the Action 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 0% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Jay S. York remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Paradise Alley, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Jay S. York Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Jay S. York's career based on audience ratings.

★5.8

★5.8

Paradise Alley: Three Italian-American brothers, living in the slums of 1940's New York City, try to help each other with one's wrestlin

Paradise Alley

1978•Action

★5.4

Kinjite: Forbidden Subjects (1989) movie poster

★5.4

Kinjite: Forbidden Subjects: A brutal Los Angeles police lieutenant is determined to bust up an organization that forces underage girls into prostitu

Kinjite: Forbidden Subjects

1989•Action

★4.3

★4.3

Going Ape!: When his father - who owned a circus - dies, Oscar inherits 5 million dollars - and 3 orangutans. However there's a cond

Going Ape!

1981•Comedy

★0.0

AWA Battle by the Bay (1986) movie poster

★0.0

AWA Battle by the Bay: All the stars of The American Wrestling Alliance converge in the San Francisco bay area for an all-star card!

AWA Battle by the Bay

1986

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Jay S. York.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1989	Kinjite: Forbidden Subjects	Duke's Cellmate	Flop	Similar →
1986	AWA Battle by the Bay	The Alaskan	Flop	Similar →
1981	Going Ape!	Strong Man	Flop	Similar →
1978	Paradise Alley	Wrestler	Average	Similar →

Jay S. York - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Jay S. York?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jay S. York is "Paradise Alley" with a rating of 5.8/10.

How many movies has Jay S. York acted in?

Jay S. York has been featured in at least 4 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Jay S. York?

Other notable films include "Kinjite: Forbidden Subjects", "Going Ape!", and "AWA Battle by the Bay".