Joe Downing
ActingJoe Downing Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Joe Downing reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 35 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Joe Downing's work falls within the Crime genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 26% of Joe Downing'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 Wide Open Faces, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Joe Downing Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Joe Downing's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Joe Downing has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1973 | Blood | The New Realton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1957 | Slaughter on 10th Avenue | Eddie 'Cockeye' Cook | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | Fighting Trouble | Hal Lomax | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Lucky Jordan | Harrison | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | You Can't Escape Forever | Varney (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Big Shot | Frenchy | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Larceny, Inc. | Smitty | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Johnny Eager | Ryan (as Joseph Downing) | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Unholy Partners | Jerry | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Belle Starr | Jim Cole | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Strange Alibi | Benny McKaye | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | San Francisco Docks | Cassidy | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Secret Seven | Lou Boyd | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Castle on the Hudson | Gangster in Car (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Oh, Johnny, How You Can Love! | 'Doc' Kendrick - Bank Robber | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Invisible Stripes | Johnny | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Missing Evidence | Marty Peters | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Another Thin Man | Hoodlum (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Smashing the Money Ring | Dice Mathews | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Each Dawn I Die | Limpy Julien | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Forgotten Woman | Johnny Bradshaw | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Torchy Runs for Mayor | Spuds O'Brien | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | You Can't Get Away with Murder | Smitty | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | North of Shanghai | Chandler | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Angels with Dirty Faces | Steve | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Night Hawk | Lefty | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Racket Busters | Joe Pender | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Danger on the Air | Joe Carney | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Devil's Party | Frank Diamond | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Lady in the Morgue | Steve Collins | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Wide Open Faces | Stretch | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | A Slight Case of Murder | Innocence | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Borrowing Trouble | Charlie | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Dr. Socrates | Cinq Laval | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Case of the Lucky Legs | George Sanborne (as Joseph Downing) | Average | Similar → |
Joe Downing - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Joe Downing?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Joe Downing is "Wide Open Faces" with a rating of 8.5/10.
How many movies has Joe Downing acted in?
Joe Downing has been featured in at least 35 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Joe Downing?
Other notable films include "Angels with Dirty Faces", "Another Thin Man", and "Larceny, Inc.".