John Powe

Acting

Freshness: Jan 22, 2026

9Total Films

7.0 Highest Rated

Born: Sep 9, 1904

Birth Place: Barnstaple, Devon, England, UK

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of John Powe reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 9 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Comedy

The majority of John Powe'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 11% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), John Powe remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Just William's Luck, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best John Powe Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from John Powe's career based on audience ratings.

★7.0

★7.0

Just William's Luck: Comic adventures of an 11-year-old boy and his neighborhood pals.

Just William's Luck

1947•Comedy

★6.3

Brandy for the Parson (1952) movie poster

★6.3

Brandy for the Parson: A young couple get involved with a smuggler

Brandy for the Parson

1952•Comedy

★6.0

There Is Another Sun (1951) movie poster

★6.0

There Is Another Sun: Story of romance between a young boxer in fairground boxing booth and a chorus girl, and how 'Racer', a 'Wall of Death'

There Is Another Sun

1951•Crime

★6.0

★6.0

Hammer the Toff: A detective proves that a Robin Hood-type crook did not steal a metal formula.

Hammer the Toff

1952•Crime

★5.7

★5.7

Ha'penny Breeze: A demobbed serviceman finds that his village has fallen on hard times. With the help of family, friends and the villager

Ha'penny Breeze

1950•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of John Powe.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1952	Salute the Toff	The Pug (uncredited)	Average	Similar →
1952	Brandy for the Parson	Whitey	Average	Similar →
1952	Hammer the Toff	Flatty	Average	Similar →
1951	There Is Another Sun	Waiter	Average	Similar →
1951	Scarlet Thread	Porter	Flop	Similar →
1950	Ha'penny Breeze	Barney	Average	Similar →
1948	William Comes to Town	Glazier	Flop	Similar →
1947	Just William's Luck	The Glazier	Hit	Similar →
1945	Meet Sexton Blake	Cockney Chink	Average	Similar →

John Powe - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of John Powe?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring John Powe is "Just William's Luck" with a rating of 7.0/10.

How many movies has John Powe acted in?

John Powe has been featured in at least 9 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by John Powe?

Other notable films include "Brandy for the Parson", "There Is Another Sun", and "Hammer the Toff".