Joi Lansing
ActingAbout Joi Lansing
Joi Lansing (born Joy Rae Brown, April 6, 1929 – August 7, 1972) was an American model, film and television actress, and nightclub singer. She was noted for her pin-up photos and roles in B-movies, as well as a prominent role in the famous opening "tracking shot" in Orson Welles' 1958 crime drama Touch of Evil. From Wikipedia.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Joi Lansing reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 35 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Joi Lansing'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 26% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Joi Lansing remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in So You Want to Be a V.P., which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Joi Lansing Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Joi Lansing's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Joi Lansing.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1970 | Bigfoot | Joi Landis | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | Hillbillys in a Haunted House | Boots Malone | Flop | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Web of Love | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1965 | Marriage on the Rocks | Lola | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | The Silencer | The Silencer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1960 | Who Was That Lady? | Florence Coogle | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | Inside Magoo | Nurse | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | The Atomic Submarine | Julie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | A Hole in the Head | Dorine | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | It Started with a Kiss | Checkroom Girl (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Fountain of Youth | Carolyn Coates | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Queen of Outer Space | Larry's Girl (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1958 | Touch of Evil | Zita | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | If You Knew Elizabeth | Miss Swanson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | Hot Shots | Connie Forbes | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | Hot Cars | Karen Winter | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Brave One | Marion Randall | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Terror at Midnight | Hazel | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | So You Think the Grass Is Greener | Geraldine Backspace (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1955 | So You Want to Be a V.P. | (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Finger Man | Blonde in bar | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | T.V. of Tomorrow | Swimsuit Model | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Merry Widow | Girl at Maxim's (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Singin' in the Rain | Miss November (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Singin' in the Rain | Chorus Girl (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | FBI Girl | Susan Matthews | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Pier 23 | The Cocktail Waitress | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | On the Riviera | Marilyn Turner (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | In the Good Old Summertime | Girl (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | The House of Tomorrow | Woman on television (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Neptune's Daughter | Linda (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Easter Parade | Hat Model / Showgirl (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Easter Parade | Hat Model/Showgirl (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Counterfeiters | Caroline | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | When a Girl's Beautiful | Model | Flop | Similar → |
Joi Lansing - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Joi Lansing?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Joi Lansing is "So You Want to Be a V.P." with a rating of 8.5/10.
How many movies has Joi Lansing acted in?
Joi Lansing has been featured in at least 35 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Joi Lansing?
Other notable films include "Singin' in the Rain", "Singin' in the Rain", and "Touch of Evil".