Joan Greenwood
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Joan Greenwood (4 March 1921 – 27 February 1987) was an English actress. Born in Chelsea, she studied at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art. Her husky voice, coupled with her slow, precise elocution, was her trademark. Perhaps her most famous role was Gwendolen in The Importance of Being Earnest (1952). Description above from the Wikipedia article Joan Greenwood, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Joan Greenwood reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 41 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Joan Greenwood'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 27% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Joan Greenwood remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Kind Hearts and Coronets, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Joan Greenwood Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Joan Greenwood's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Joan Greenwood.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Titans of Destruction: The Evolution of Giant Monster Movies | Self - (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Little Dorrit | Mrs. Clennam | Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Past Caring | Stella | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Made In Ealing: The Story of Ealing Studios | Interviewee | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | Country | Dollie van der Biek | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | The Flame Is Love | Duchess of Grantham | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | The Hound of the Baskervilles | Beryl Stapleton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | The Water Babies | Lady Harriet | Average | Similar → |
| 1977 | The Uncanny | Miss Malkin (segment "London 1912") | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | Girl Stroke Boy | Lettice Mason | Flop | Similar → |
| 1970 | The Ealing Comedies | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1970 | The Great Inimitable Mr. Dickens | Maria Beadnell | Flop | Similar → |
| 1968 | Barbarella | The Great Tyrant (voice) (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | The Moon-Spinners | Aunt Frances Ferris | Average | Similar → |
| 1963 | Tom Jones | Lady Bellaston | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | The Amorous Prawn | Lady Dodo Fitzadam | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | Mysterious Island | Lady Mary Fairchild | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Hest på sommerferie | Narrator | Flop | Similar → |
| 1958 | Stage Struck | Rita Vernon | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Moonfleet | Lady Clarista Ashwood | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Father Brown | Lady Warren | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Monsieur Ripois | Norah | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Importance of Being Earnest | Gwendolen Fairfax | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Young Wives' Tale | Sabina Pennant | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Man in the White Suit | Daphne Birnley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Mr. Peek-a-Boo | Susan | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Flesh and Blood | Wilhelmina Cameron | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | Kind Hearts and Coronets | Sibella | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Whisky Galore! | Peggy Macroon | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Bad Lord Byron | Lady Caroline Lamb | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Saraband for Dead Lovers | Sophie Dorothea | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | The White Unicorn | Lottie Smith | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | The October Man | Jenny Carden | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Man Within | Elizabeth | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | A Girl in a Million | Gay Sultzman | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | They Knew Mr. Knight | Ruth Blake | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Frenzy | Christine | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Gentle Sex | Betty Miller | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Save Your Shillings and Smile | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | He Found a Star | Babe Cavour | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | My Wife's Family | Irma Bagshott | Flop | Similar → |
Joan Greenwood - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Joan Greenwood?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Joan Greenwood is "Kind Hearts and Coronets" with a rating of 7.6/10.
How many movies has Joan Greenwood acted in?
Joan Greenwood has been featured in at least 41 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Joan Greenwood?
Other notable films include "The White Unicorn", "The Importance of Being Earnest", and "The Gentle Sex".