Jess Lee Brooks

Acting

Freshness: Jan 21, 2026

18Total Films

7.6 Highest Rated

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Jess Lee Brooks reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 18 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Jess Lee Brooks'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 17% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Jess Lee Brooks remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Lost Weekend, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Jess Lee Brooks Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Jess Lee Brooks's career based on audience ratings.

★7.6

★7.6

The Lost Weekend: Longtime alcoholic Don Birnam has been sober for ten days and appears to be over the worst... but his craving has just b

The Lost Weekend

1945•Drama

★7.4

★7.4

Sullivan's Travels: Successful movie director John L. Sullivan, convinced he won't be able to film his ambitious masterpiece until he has su

Sullivan's Travels

1941•Comedy

★6.5

★6.5

Love Thy Neighbor: Capitalizing on the famous radio 'feud' between comedians Jack Benny and Fred Allen. The two stars play versions of them

Love Thy Neighbor

1940•Comedy

★6.0

★6.0

Dark Manhattan: A low-level gangster determines to let nothing stand in the way of his gaining control of the numbers rackets in Harlem.

Dark Manhattan

1937•Drama

★6.0

★6.0

Mystery in Swing: In and around some great blues, swing and jazz music, a very unpopular band-leader. Prince Ellis, is killed in a Harlem

Mystery in Swing

1940•Music

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Jess Lee Brooks.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1945	The Lost Weekend	(uncredited)	Super Hit	Similar →
1943	Son of Dracula	Stephen (uncredited)	Average	Similar →
1943	Thank Your Lucky Stars	Justice in "Ice Cold Katie" Number (uncredited)	Average	Similar →
1942	Jungle Siren	Chief Selangi	Flop	Similar →
1942	Lucky Ghost	Door Man	Flop	Similar →
1941	Sullivan's Travels	Church Preacher Showing Movie (uncredited)	Hit	Similar →
1940	Love Thy Neighbor	Master of Ceremonies - Costume Party	Hit	Similar →
1940	Santa Fe Trail	Doorman at Washington Party (uncredited)	Average	Similar →
1940	Mystery Sea Raider	Second Fisherman	Flop	Similar →
1940	Mystery in Swing	John Carroll	Average	Similar →
1940	Gang War	Lt. Holmes	Average	Similar →
1940	Broken Strings	Dr. Matson	Flop	Similar →
1939	The Sun Never Sets	Angry Heavyset Chief	Flop	Similar →
1939	Midnight Shadow	Sgt. Ramsey	Flop	Similar →
1938	Two-Gun Man from Harlem	Sheriff	Flop	Similar →
1938	Spirit of Youth	Jeff Thomas	Average	Similar →
1938	Life Goes On	Officer James	Flop	Similar →
1937	Dark Manhattan	Police Lt. Ballot	Average	Similar →

Jess Lee Brooks - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Jess Lee Brooks?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jess Lee Brooks is "The Lost Weekend" with a rating of 7.6/10.

How many movies has Jess Lee Brooks acted in?

Jess Lee Brooks has been featured in at least 18 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Jess Lee Brooks?

Other notable films include "Sullivan's Travels", "Love Thy Neighbor", and "Dark Manhattan".