Jimmy Lydon
ActingAbout Jimmy Lydon
James J. Lydon (born May 30, 1923) is an American actor and television producer whose career in the entertainment industry began as a teenager during the 1930s.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Jimmy Lydon 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: Drama
The majority of Jimmy Lydon'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 16% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Jimmy Lydon remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Tom Brown's School Days, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Jimmy Lydon Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Jimmy Lydon's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Jimmy Lydon.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1977 | Peter Lundy and the Medicine Hat Stallion | Muggeridge | Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | Vigilante Force | Tom Cousy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1973 | Bonnie's Kids | Motel Manager | Flop | Similar → |
| 1972 | Michael O'Hara the Fourth | John Stevens | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | The Strange Monster of Strawberry Cove | Jim Durden | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | Scandalous John | Grotch | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | Cannon | Betting Clerk | Flop | Similar → |
| 1969 | Death of a Gunfighter | Luke Mills | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | The Last Time I Saw Archie | Pvt. Billy Simpson (as James Lydon) | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | I Passed for White | Jay Morgan | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | The Hypnotic Eye | Emergency Doctor (as James Lydon) | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Chain of Evidence | Steve Nordstrom (as James Lydon) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | Battle Stations | Squawk Hewitt | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Rage at Dawn | Dedrick | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Desperado | Tom Cameron | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Island in the Sky | Murray, Dooley's navigator | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Oh! Susanna | Benton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | Gasoline Alley | Skeezix | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Magnificent Yankee | Clinton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1950 | Hot Rod | David Langham Jr. | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | September Affair | Johnny Wilson | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Tarnished | Junior Bunker | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | When Willie Comes Marching Home | Charles 'Charlie' Fettles | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Tucson | Andy Bryant | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Bad Boy | Ted Hendry (as James Lydon) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | An Old-Fashioned Girl | Tom Shaw | Flop | Similar → |
| 1948 | Joan of Arc | Pierre d'Arc, Joan's younger brother | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Out of the Storm | Donald Lewis | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Time of Your Life | Dudley Bostwick | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Good News | Jimmy's Classmate (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Sweet Genevieve | Bill Kennedy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | Life with Father | Clarence Day Jr. | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Cynthia | Ricky Latham | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Twice Blessed | Mickey Pringle | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Strange Illusion | Paul Cartwright | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Town Went Wild | Bob Harrison | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | When the Lights Go On Again | Ted Benson | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Road to Victory | Danny Ames (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Shining Future | Danny Ames | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Henry Aldrich Gets Glamour | Henry Aldrich | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Aerial Gunner | Sandy Lunt | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | A Letter From Bataan | Chuck Lewis | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Henry Aldrich, Editor | Henry Aldrich | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Mad Martindales | Bobby Bruce Turner | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Cadets on Parade | Joe Novak | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Henry Aldrich for President | Henry Aldrich | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Little Men | Daniel "Danny" Burdle | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Tom Brown's School Days | Tom Brown | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Middleton Family at the New York World's Fair | Bud | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Back Door to Heaven | Young Frankie Rogers | Flop | Similar → |
Jimmy Lydon - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Jimmy Lydon?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jimmy Lydon is "Tom Brown's School Days" with a rating of 7.2/10.
How many movies has Jimmy Lydon acted in?
Jimmy Lydon has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Jimmy Lydon?
Other notable films include "Peter Lundy and the Medicine Hat Stallion", "Bad Boy", and "When Willie Comes Marching Home".