J. Anthony Hughes
ActingCareer Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of J. Anthony Hughes reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 40 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of J. Anthony Hughes'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 30% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), J. Anthony Hughes remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Keys of the Kingdom, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best J. Anthony Hughes Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from J. Anthony Hughes's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of J. Anthony Hughes.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1959 | Alias Jesse James | Dirty Dog Saloonkeeper (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Spirit of St. Louis | Reporter (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Keys of the Kingdom | Uncle Ned (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Men of San Quentin | Jack Holden | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Fly By Night | Policeman at Garage (Uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Blondie Goes to College | Baseball Coach | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | In the Navy | Deck Officer With Megaphone (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Buck Privates | Capt. Williams (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Life with Henry | Bus Driver (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Diamond Frontier | Matt Campbell | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Howards of Virginia | Tidewater Representative (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | They Drive by Night | Reporter (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Beyond Tomorrow | Officer Johnson | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Charlie Chan's Murder Cruise | Detective Wilson, Chan's agent | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Two Girls on Broadway | Reporter (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Fighting 69th | Healey (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Invisible Stripes | Chauffeur #2 (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Cisco Kid and the Lady | Drake | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Sabotage | (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Hollywood Cavalcade | Motorcycle Policeman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | I Stole a Million | Bank Robber (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | News Is Made at Night | Guard | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Tail Spin | Al Moore | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Wings of the Navy | Scat's Flight Instructor | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Lone Wolf Spy Hunt | Costume-Party Bartender (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Gateway | Irish Inspector | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Wives Under Suspicion | Murphy (as Anthony Hughes) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | In Old Chicago | Pat O'Leary | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Hot Water | Bartender (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Armored Car | Bill Wane | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Girl on the Front Page | Nelson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | High Tension | Telephone Operator | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Educating Father | Dick Harris | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Country Doctor | Mike | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Boulder Dam | Pa's Guest (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Love on a Bet | Airline Steward | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Perfect Set-Up | Chet (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Whipsaw | Bailey | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Murder in the Fleet | Walter Drake (Uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | Howd' Ya Like That? | Oscar - Dancer | Flop | Similar → |
J. Anthony Hughes - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of J. Anthony Hughes?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring J. Anthony Hughes is "The Keys of the Kingdom" with a rating of 7.0/10.
How many movies has J. Anthony Hughes acted in?
J. Anthony Hughes has been featured in at least 40 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by J. Anthony Hughes?
Other notable films include "Love on a Bet", "Sabotage", and "Charlie Chan's Murder Cruise".