Joe Abdullah

Acting

Freshness: Jan 29, 2026

7Total Films

8.0 Highest Rated

Born: Dec 24, 1926

Birth Place: Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania, USA

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Joe Abdullah reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 7 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Comedy

The majority of Joe Abdullah's filmography leans towards the Comedy 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 29% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Joe Abdullah remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Requiem for a Heavyweight, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Joe Abdullah Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Joe Abdullah's career based on audience ratings.

★8.0

Requiem for a Heavyweight (1956) movie poster

★8.0

Requiem for a Heavyweight: An over-the-hill heavyweight boxing champion who suffers from the ravages of years of head trauma is exploited by his ma

Requiem for a Heavyweight

1956•TV Movie

★7.0

★7.0

Gambit: Harry Dean is a career burglar set on stealing a piece of priceless art from the world's wealthiest man, Mr. Shahbandar.

Gambit

1966•Comedy

★6.3

★6.3

Mommie Dearest: Renowned film star Joan Crawford's abuse towards Christina, her adopted daughter, intensifies as her professional and ro

Mommie Dearest

1981•Drama

★5.5

★5.5

Do Not Disturb: When American couple Janet and Mike move to England for his business, she soon fears he's having an affair with his attr

Do Not Disturb

1965•Comedy

★5.1

★5.1

The Mole People: A party of archaeologists discovers the remnants of a five millennia-old mutant Sumerian civilization living beneath a g

The Mole People

1956•Adventure

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Joe Abdullah.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1981	Mommie Dearest	Captain	Average	Similar →
1978	Record City	Arab Sheik	Flop	Similar →
1966	Gambit	Restaurant Manager (uncredited)	Hit	Similar →
1965	Do Not Disturb	Buyer (uncredited)	Average	Similar →
1960	Captain Brassbound's Conversion	Hassan (as Joseph Abdullah)	Flop	Similar →
1956	The Mole People	-	Flop	Similar →
1956	Requiem for a Heavyweight	Fight Announcer	Super Hit	Similar →

Joe Abdullah - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Joe Abdullah?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Joe Abdullah is "Requiem for a Heavyweight" with a rating of 8.0/10.

How many movies has Joe Abdullah acted in?

Joe Abdullah has been featured in at least 7 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Joe Abdullah?

Other notable films include "Gambit", "Mommie Dearest", and "Do Not Disturb".