Joan Barclay
ActingJoan Barclay Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Joan Barclay reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Joan Barclay's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 26% of Joan Barclay'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 My Pal, Wolf, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Joan Barclay Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Joan Barclay's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Joan Barclay has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1945 | The Shanghai Cobra | Paula Webb | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Music in Manhattan | Chorus Girl (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | My Pal, Wolf | Lili (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Youth Runs Wild | Girl with Blanche (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Falcon Out West | Mrs. Irwin | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Rookies in Burma | Janie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Around the World | Joan Barclay | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Seventh Victim | Gladys (Uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Bombardier | Buck's Secretary | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Gildersleeve's Bad Day | Julie Potter (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | This Land Is Mine | Young Woman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Ladies' Day | Joan Samuels | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Sagebrush Law | Sally Winters | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Bandit Ranger | Sally Mattison | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Corpse Vanishes | Alice Wentworth | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Billy the Kid's Smoking Guns | Mrs. Howard | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Black Dragons | Alice Saunders | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Mr. Wise Guy | Ann Mitchell | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Billy The Kid's Round-Up | Betty Webster | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Love Crazy | Telephone Operator (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Ziegfeld Girl | Actress in Slayton's Office (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Flying Wild | Helen Munson | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Billy the Kid's Range War | Ellen Gorman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Second Chorus | Receptionist | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Convict's Code | Elaine | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Lightning Carson Rides Again | Sally - Paul Smith's Sweetheart | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Two Gun Justice | Nancy | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Whirlwind Horseman | Peggy Radford | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Million Dollar Racket | Molly Henessey | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Island Captives | Helen Carsons | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Trusted Outlaw | Betty Pember | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Shadow of Chinatown | Joan Whiting | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Phantom Patrol | Doris McCloud | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | West of Nevada | Helen Haldain | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Prison Shadows | Mary Comstock | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Colleen | Cafe Guest (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | These Three | Schoolgirl (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Kid Ranger | Mary Mason | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Strike Me Pink | Goldwyn Girl (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Murder of Dr. Harrigan | Nurse | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Man of Iron | Party Guest | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Moonlight on the Prairie | Saloon Girl | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Finishing School | Student (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Hi, Nellie! | Girl (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Baby Face | Job Seeker (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Private Detective 62 | Gambler (Uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Life of Jimmy Dolan | Well-Wisher | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | Gold Diggers of 1933 | Gold Digger (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Picture Snatcher | Journalism Student (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Grand Hotel | Young Girl in Lobby (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
Joan Barclay - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Joan Barclay?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Joan Barclay is "My Pal, Wolf" with a rating of 7.3/10.
How many movies has Joan Barclay acted in?
Joan Barclay has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Joan Barclay?
Other notable films include "This Land Is Mine", "Baby Face", and "Gold Diggers of 1933".