Jayne Houdyshell
ActingAbout Jayne Houdyshell
Jayne Houdyshell is an American stage and screen actress.
Jayne Houdyshell Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Jayne Houdyshell reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 19 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Jayne Houdyshell's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 32% of Jayne Houdyshell'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 Little Women, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Jayne Houdyshell Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Jayne Houdyshell's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Jayne Houdyshell has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere | Viv | Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | Causeway | Sharon | Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | The Humans | Deirdre | Average | Similar → |
| 2020 | Elegies for Angels, Punks and Raging Queens | Helen | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | Little Women | Hannah | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | The Chaperone | Sister Delores | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | Downsizing | Paul's Mother | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | Lucky Stiff | Harry's Landlady | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | Romeo and Juliet | Nurse | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | Morning Glory | Stage Manager | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | The Bounty Hunter | Landlady | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | Everybody's Fine | Alice | Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | Loving Leah | Mrs. Finkelman | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | Things That Hang from Trees | Pam Dupont | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Road | Postal clerk | Flop | Similar → |
| 2004 | Garden State | Mrs. Lubin | Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | King of the Corner | Louise | Average | Similar → |
| 2002 | Maid in Manhattan | Carmen | Average | Similar → |
| 2002 | Changing Lanes | Miss Tetley | Average | Similar → |
Jayne Houdyshell - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Jayne Houdyshell?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jayne Houdyshell is "Little Women" with a rating of 7.9/10.
How many movies has Jayne Houdyshell acted in?
Jayne Houdyshell has been featured in at least 19 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Jayne Houdyshell?
Other notable films include "Garden State", "Loving Leah", and "Everybody's Fine".