J. Smith-Cameron
ActingAbout J. Smith-Cameron
Jean Isabel Smith (born September 7, 1957), credited professionally as J. Smith-Cameron, is an American actress. She spent a majority of her career in theatre but began transitioning to film and television later in life. She is known for her supporting roles as Janet Talbot on the television series Rectify and Gerri Kellman on the HBO series Succession. For the latter, she received a nomination for the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series in 2022.
J. Smith-Cameron Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of J. Smith-Cameron reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 33 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of J. Smith-Cameron's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 33% of J. Smith-Cameron's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains A Midwife's Tale, which stands out as a key performance.
Best J. Smith-Cameron Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from J. Smith-Cameron's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie J. Smith-Cameron has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | This Ordinary Thing | Self (voice) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2025 | Debaters | Bethany | Flop | Similar → |
| 2024 | Turtles All the Way Down | Professor Abbott | Hit | Similar → |
| 2023 | The Year Between | Sherri | Flop | Similar → |
| 2022 | Vengeance | Sharon Shaw | Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | White Wedding | Clementine | Flop | Similar → |
| 2018 | Nancy | Ellen | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | No Pay, Nudity | Debra | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | Christine | Peg Chubbuck | Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Everything All at Once | Susan | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | Like Sunday, Like Rain | Mary | Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Man on a Ledge | Psychiatrist | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | Margaret | Joan | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | A Very Serious Person | Carol | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | Bittersweet Place | Violet | Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | You Can Count on Me | Mabel | Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | The Rage: Carrie 2 | Barbara Lang | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | A Midwife's Tale | Mrs. Howard | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | In & Out | Trina Paxton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Arresting Gena | Caroline Lee | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | The First Wives Club | Miss Sullivan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | The Proprietor | Texan | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | A Modern Affair | Diane | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | Harriet the Spy | Mrs. Welsch | Average | Similar → |
| 1995 | Sabrina | Carol | Average | Similar → |
| 1995 | Let It Be Me | Clarice | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Mighty Aphrodite | Bud's Wife | Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Jeffrey | Sharon | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | She Led Two Lives | Angela Anderson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | That Night | Carol Bloom | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | 84 Charing Cross Road | Ginny | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | Gal Young 'Un | Elly (The Gal Young 'Un) | Flop | Similar → |
| N/A | Hot Year | - | Flop | Similar → |
J. Smith-Cameron - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of J. Smith-Cameron?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring J. Smith-Cameron is "A Midwife's Tale" with a rating of 7.8/10.
How many movies has J. Smith-Cameron acted in?
J. Smith-Cameron has been featured in at least 33 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by J. Smith-Cameron?
Other notable films include "Turtles All the Way Down", "Like Sunday, Like Rain", and "84 Charing Cross Road".