Joe Downing
ActingCareer Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Joe Downing 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: Crime
The majority of Joe Downing'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 23% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Joe Downing remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Wide Open Faces, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Joe Downing Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Joe Downing's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Joe Downing.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1973 | Blood | The New Realton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1957 | Slaughter on 10th Avenue | Eddie 'Cockeye' Cook | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | Fighting Trouble | Hal Lomax | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Lucky Jordan | Harrison | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | You Can't Escape Forever | Varney (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Big Shot | Frenchy | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Larceny, Inc. | Smitty | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Johnny Eager | Ryan (as Joseph Downing) | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Unholy Partners | Jerry | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Belle Starr | Jim Cole | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Strange Alibi | Benny McKaye | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | San Francisco Docks | Cassidy | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Secret Seven | Lou Boyd | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Castle on the Hudson | Gangster in Car (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Oh, Johnny, How You Can Love! | 'Doc' Kendrick - Bank Robber | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Invisible Stripes | Johnny | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Missing Evidence | Marty Peters | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Another Thin Man | Hoodlum (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Smashing the Money Ring | Dice Mathews | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Each Dawn I Die | Limpy Julien | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Forgotten Woman | Johnny Bradshaw | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Torchy Runs for Mayor | Spuds O'Brien | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | You Can't Get Away with Murder | Smitty | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | North of Shanghai | Chandler | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Angels with Dirty Faces | Steve | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Night Hawk | Lefty | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Racket Busters | Joe Pender | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Danger on the Air | Joe Carney | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Devil's Party | Frank Diamond | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Lady in the Morgue | Steve Collins | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Wide Open Faces | Stretch | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | A Slight Case of Murder | Innocence | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Borrowing Trouble | Charlie | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Dr. Socrates | Cinq Laval | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Case of the Lucky Legs | George Sanborne (as Joseph Downing) | Average | Similar → |
Joe Downing - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Joe Downing?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Joe Downing is "Wide Open Faces" with a rating of 8.5/10.
How many movies has Joe Downing acted in?
Joe Downing has been featured in at least 35 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Joe Downing?
Other notable films include "Angels with Dirty Faces", "Another Thin Man", and "Larceny, Inc.".