Diane Kagan

Acting

Freshness: Jan 22, 2026

14Total Films

7.4 Highest Rated

Born: Nov 25, 1935

Birth Place: Maplewood, New Jersey, USA

About Diane Kagan

Diane Kagan was born on November 25, 1935 in Maplewood, New Jersey, USA. She is an actress, known for Julie & Julia (2009), All Good Things (2010) and Meet Joe Black (1998).

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Diane Kagan reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 14 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Diane Kagan'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 29% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Diane Kagan remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Meet Joe Black, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Diane Kagan Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Diane Kagan's career based on audience ratings.

★7.4

★7.4

Meet Joe Black: Bill Parrish has it all - success, wealth and power. Days before his 65th birthday, he receives a visit from a mysteriou

Meet Joe Black

1998•Fantasy

★7.4

★7.4

Jacob's Ladder: After returning home from the Vietnam War, veteran Jacob Singer struggles to maintain his sanity. Plagued by hallucinati

Jacob's Ladder

1990•Drama

★6.7

★6.7

Julie & Julia: Julia Child and Julie Powell – both of whom wrote memoirs – find their lives intertwined. Though separated by time and s

Julie & Julia

2009•Romance

★6.5

★6.5

The Art of Crime: A Romani antique dealer, who is also a private detective, gets involved in a murder case when one of his colleagues is a

The Art of Crime

1975•Crime

★6.3

★6.3

Grace & Glorie: When a lonely ex-New Yorker moves into the home of a rural senior to act as a hospice worker, the two initially couldn't

Grace & Glorie

1998•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Diane Kagan.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2010	All Good Things	Scream Therapist	Average	Similar →
2009	Julie & Julia	Phila McWilliams	Hit	Similar →
2007	The Living Wake	Marla	Flop	Similar →
1998	Grace & Glorie	Winnifred Bradley	Average	Similar →
1998	Meet Joe Black	Jennifer	Hit	Similar →
1997	Lifebreath	Gale's Mother	Average	Similar →
1995	Bleeding Hearts	Mrs. Baum	Flop	Similar →
1990	Mr. & Mrs. Bridge	Julia, Walter's Secretary	Average	Similar →
1990	Jacob's Ladder	Nurse	Hit	Similar →
1980	A Time for Miracles	-	Average	Similar →
1980	Barn Burning	Mother	Flop	Similar →
1978	Lovey: A Circle of Children, Part II	Mrs. Rosnic	Flop	Similar →
1977	The Life and Assassination of the Kingfish	Rose Long	Flop	Similar →
1975	The Art of Crime	Hillary	Hit	Similar →

Diane Kagan - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Diane Kagan?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Diane Kagan is "Meet Joe Black" with a rating of 7.4/10.

How many movies has Diane Kagan acted in?

Diane Kagan has been featured in at least 14 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Diane Kagan?

Other notable films include "Jacob's Ladder", "Julie & Julia", and "The Art of Crime".