Jimmy Hanley
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Jimmy Hanley (22 October 1918 – 13 January 1970) was a British actor. Born in Norwich, Norfolk, Hanley began his career as a child actor before becoming popular in juvenile roles. He was groomed by the Rank Studio system during his teenage years and earned film stardom as a "boy-next-door" type. The young star-struck actor attended the Italia Conti Academy of Theatre Arts and whilst he was studying there, made his stage debut at the London Palladium, as John Darling in Peter Pan. He later worked on TV, hosting the ITV series Jim's Inn, which combined advertising messages with the plot of a soap opera. Hanley was married twice: * Dinah Sheridan (1942–1952, three children, including Jenny Hanley and the Conservative politician Sir Jeremy Hanley) * Margaret Avery (1955–1970, three daughters: Jane, Sarah and Katy) Hanley died from cancer in Leatherhead, Surrey, aged 51. Description above from the Wikipedia article Jimmy Hanley, licensed under CC-BY-SA,full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Jimmy Hanley reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 43 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Jimmy Hanley'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 28% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Jimmy Hanley remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Don't Ever Leave Me, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Jimmy Hanley Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Jimmy Hanley's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Jimmy Hanley.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1968 | If There Weren't Any Blacks You'd Have to Invent Them | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1968 | The Lost Continent | Patrick, the bartender | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | Way Off Beat | Antonio Laveline | Flop | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Smiths in Scotland | Narrator | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | Satellite in the Sky | Larry Noble | Flop | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Deep Blue Sea | Dicer Durston | Flop | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Black Rider | Jerry Marsh | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Radio Cab Murder | Fred | Flop | Similar → |
| 1954 | Views on Trial | Nicholas 'Garble' Diabolus, Budgenot, Works Foreman / Machinist | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Galloping Major | Bill Collins | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Room to Let | Curly Minter | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Blue Lamp | PC Andy Mitchell | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Boys in Brown | Bill Foster | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Don't Ever Leave Me | Jack Denton | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Huggetts Abroad | Jimmy Gardner | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Here Come the Huggetts | Jimmy Gardner | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | It's Hard to be Good | Captain James Gladstone Wedge VC | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | It Always Rains on Sunday | Whitey | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Master of Bankdam | Simeon Crowther Jr. | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Holiday Camp | Jimmy Gardner | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Captive Heart | Pte. Mathews | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Murder in Reverse? | Peter Rogers | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | For You Alone | Dennis Britton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | 29 Acacia Avenue | Peter Robinson | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Kiss the Bride Goodbye | Jack Fowler | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | Henry V | Williams - Soldier in the English Army | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Way Ahead | Pvt. Geoffrey Stainer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Gentle Sex | 1st Soldier | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Jig-Saw: Careless Talk Costs Lives | Dick Erskine | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Salute John Citizen | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Gaslight | Cobb | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | There Ain't No Justice | Tommy Mutch | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Housemaster | Travers | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Night Ride | Dick Benson | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Landslide | Jimmy Haddon | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Cotton Queen | Jack Owen | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Tunnel | Geoffrey McAllan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Boys Will Be Boys | Cyril Brown | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Brown on Resolution | Ginger | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Royal Cavalcade | Newsboy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | Little Friend | Leonard Parry | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | Wild Boy | Boy With Message | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | Red Wagon | Young Joe Prince | Flop | Similar → |
Jimmy Hanley - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Jimmy Hanley?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jimmy Hanley is "Don't Ever Leave Me" with a rating of 7.5/10.
How many movies has Jimmy Hanley acted in?
Jimmy Hanley has been featured in at least 43 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Jimmy Hanley?
Other notable films include "Gaslight", "The Gentle Sex", and "It Always Rains on Sunday".