John E. Brennan - Actor Profile

John E. Brennan

Acting
Updated: Apr 12, 2026
13Total Films
6.5 Highest Rated
Born: Jul 17, 1865
Birth Place: Springfield, Massachusetts, USA

John E. Brennan Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of John E. Brennan reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 13 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of John E. Brennan's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 8% of John E. Brennan'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 The Devil's Needle, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best John E. Brennan Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from John E. Brennan's career based on audience ratings.

★6.5
The Devil's Needle (1916) movie poster
★6.5

The Devil's Needle: Renee is a French artist's model who uses morphine as an escape from the dull reality of her life. She recommends it to

The Devil's Needle

1916•Drama
★5.0
The No-Account Count (1914) movie poster
★5.0

The No-Account Count: A short comic film in which the Count has found a bride, namely Mr. Krapaan’s extravagant daughter. A tramp then steals

The No-Account Count

1914
★1.0
Sooner or Later (1920) movie poster
★1.0

Sooner or Later: When newlywed Robert Ellis suspects that his missing wife is having a clandestine affair, he appeals to his friend, Pat

Sooner or Later

1920•Comedy
★0.0
In Peril of Their Lives (1912) movie poster
★0.0

In Peril of Their Lives: A California fisherman starts with his family for a trip up the coast. When the party finds a desirable location, the gi

In Peril of Their Lives

1912
★0.0
The Hobo and the Myth (1913) movie poster
★0.0

The Hobo and the Myth: Bill interrupts a dress rehearsal in a wooded section, being held by several society girls who are to give classical dan

The Hobo and the Myth

1913•Comedy

Full Filmography

Every movie John E. Brennan has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1920 The Hidden Light Robert Holmes Flop Similar →
1920 Sooner or Later Charles Porter Flop Similar →
1916 The Devil's Needle Fritz Hit Similar →
1915 While Father Telephoned Mr. Marlin Flop Similar →
1915 The Protest Jerry Flynn Flop Similar →
1914 The No-Account Count Weary Bill - a Tramp Flop Similar →
1914 Sherlock Bonehead Chief of Police Ivorytop Flop Similar →
1914 Don't Monkey with the Buzz Saw The Police Officer Flop Similar →
1913 Frayed Fagin's Adventures Frayed Fagin Flop Similar →
1913 The Hobo and the Myth Woozy Bill Flop Similar →
1913 The Burglar and the Baby Mr. Nag Flop Similar →
1912 In Peril of Their Lives The Fisherman Flop Similar →
1912 The Peace Offering John Flop Similar →

John E. Brennan - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of John E. Brennan?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring John E. Brennan is "The Devil's Needle" with a rating of 6.5/10.

How many movies has John E. Brennan acted in?

John E. Brennan has been featured in at least 13 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by John E. Brennan?

Other notable films include "The No-Account Count", "Sooner or Later", and "In Peril of Their Lives".

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