Joan Tompkins - Actor Profile

Joan Tompkins

Acting
Freshness: Jan 21, 2026
10Total Films
8.0 Highest Rated
Born: Jul 9, 1915
Birth Place: Mount Vernon, New York, USA

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Joan Tompkins reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 10 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Joan Tompkins'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 30% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Joan Tompkins remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Scarecrow, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Joan Tompkins Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Joan Tompkins's career based on audience ratings.

★8.0
Scarecrow (1972) movie poster
★8.0

Scarecrow: Just before the Salem Witch Trials, an embittered old woman, who has learned witchcraft, teams up with the Devil, and br

Scarecrow

1972•Drama
★7.5
Zig Zag (1970) movie poster
★7.5

Zig Zag: A dying man frames himself for murder so his widow can collect the reward.

Zig Zag

1970•Crime
★7.0
Noon Wine (1966) movie poster
★7.0

Noon Wine: A dark tragedy about a farmer's futile act of homicide that takes place on a small dairy farm in southern Texas during t

Noon Wine

1966•Western
★6.2
Popi (1969) movie poster
★6.2

Popi: Abraham is a Puerto Rican single parent with two boys. He is becoming very worried about them living in their run down n

Popi

1969•Comedy
★5.0
The Night the City Screamed (1980) movie poster
★5.0

The Night the City Screamed: A massive blackout plunges a major American city into a night of terror.

The Night the City Screamed

1980•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Joan Tompkins.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1980 The Night the City Screamed Woman Doctor Flop Similar →
1973 Set This Town on Fire Alice Whittier Flop Similar →
1972 Here Comes the Judge Secretary Flop Similar →
1972 Scarecrow Mistress Cynthia Merton Super Hit Similar →
1971 The Harness Millie Chappel Flop Similar →
1970 I Love My Wife Grandma Dennison Flop Similar →
1970 The Christine Jorgensen Story Aunt Thora Flop Similar →
1970 Zig Zag Judge Beth Weaver Super Hit Similar →
1969 Popi Miss Musto Average Similar →
1966 Noon Wine Meg Hit Similar →

Joan Tompkins - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Joan Tompkins?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Joan Tompkins is "Scarecrow" with a rating of 8.0/10.

How many movies has Joan Tompkins acted in?

Joan Tompkins has been featured in at least 10 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Joan Tompkins?

Other notable films include "Zig Zag", "Noon Wine", and "Popi".