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Joyce Kennedy

Acting
Freshness: Jan 22, 2026
12Total Films
8.0 Highest Rated
Born: Jul 1, 1898
Birth Place: London, England, UK

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Joyce Kennedy reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 12 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Crime

The majority of Joyce Kennedy's filmography leans towards the Crime 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 17% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Joyce Kennedy remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Black Mask, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Joyce Kennedy Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Joyce Kennedy's career based on audience ratings.

★8.0
The Black Mask (1935) movie poster
★8.0

The Black Mask: British crime film directed by Ralph Ince

The Black Mask

1935•Crime
★7.0
Big Fella (1938) movie poster
★7.0

Big Fella: Singing Marseilles docker Joe is hired by wealthy English couple, the Oliphants, to find their missing son Gerald. When

Big Fella

1938•Music
★6.1
The Return of Bulldog Drummond (1934) movie poster
★6.1

The Return of Bulldog Drummond: Bulldog Drummond forms a gang to rescue his wife and thwart his nemesis, Carl Peterson.

The Return of Bulldog Drummond

1934•Crime
★6.0
Dangerous Ground (1934) movie poster
★6.0

Dangerous Ground: Two insurance detectives work with the police to identify and bring down a crime kingpin. One is murdered, but his partn

Dangerous Ground

1934•Mystery
★6.0
Seven Sinners (1936) movie poster
★6.0

Seven Sinners: Ed Harwood, a wisecracking private investigator from New York, discovers a crime at a hotel in Nice during a carnival. T

Seven Sinners

1936•Thriller

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Joyce Kennedy.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1939 The Nursemaid Who Disappeared Lucia Gethryn Flop Similar →
1938 Big Fella Mrs. Oliphant Hit Similar →
1936 Debt of Honour Lady Bracebury Flop Similar →
1936 Hail and Farewell Mrs. Harvey Flop Similar →
1936 Seven Sinners Elizabeth Wentworth Average Similar →
1936 Twelve Good Men Lady Thora Flop Similar →
1935 The Black Mask Lady McTavish Super Hit Similar →
1934 Dangerous Ground Mrs. Bredon Average Similar →
1934 The Return of Bulldog Drummond Irma Peterson Average Similar →
1932 Say It with Music Mrs Weston Flop Similar →
1931 Bracelets Annie Moran Flop Similar →
1930 The Man from Chicago Irma Russell Flop Similar →

Joyce Kennedy - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Joyce Kennedy?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Joyce Kennedy is "The Black Mask" with a rating of 8.0/10.

How many movies has Joyce Kennedy acted in?

Joyce Kennedy has been featured in at least 12 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Joyce Kennedy?

Other notable films include "Big Fella", "The Return of Bulldog Drummond", and "Dangerous Ground".