Joy Smithers
ActingAbout Joy Smithers
Joy Smithers (born 15 July 1963) is an Australian actress, best known for her acting performances on television, and her role as a television news presenter, such as with MTV Australia in the late 1980s. Her credits include: All The Way, Bangkok Hilton, The Flying Doctors, Home and Away, Lorca and the Outlaws, Wildside and All Saints. For a short time she was co-host of Good Morning Australia. In September 2008 Smithers made a return to acting, as Bridget Simmons in Home and Away. Smithers appeared in the 2008 Australian surfing film Newcastle, as well as the 2015 action film Mad Max: Fury Road. At the age of 15, Smithers was offered the role of Max Rockatansky's wife, Jessie, in the original 1979 Mad Max, but was forced to decline after her parents would not let her travel to Adelaide for production.
Joy Smithers Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Joy Smithers reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 14 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Joy Smithers's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 14% of Joy Smithers'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 Mad Max: Fury Road, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Joy Smithers Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Joy Smithers's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Joy Smithers has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Mad Max: Fury Road | The Vuvalini | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Status Update - A Facebook Fairytale | Genevieve | Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | Lest We Forget | Bell | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | Newcastle | Flora | Flop | Similar → |
| 2004 | Love in the First Degree | Leslie Barrett | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | River Street | Marcia | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | Heart of Fire | Julie Stoler | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | Little White Lies | Reb | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Sex Is a Four Letter Word | Sylvia | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | The Seventh Floor | Tracey | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | The Custodian | Helen Quinlan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Rebel | Mary, All Girl Band | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Emoh Ruo | Terri Tunkley | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | Lorca and the Outlaws | Lena | Flop | Similar → |
Joy Smithers - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Joy Smithers?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Joy Smithers is "Mad Max: Fury Road" with a rating of 7.6/10.
How many movies has Joy Smithers acted in?
Joy Smithers has been featured in at least 14 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Joy Smithers?
Other notable films include "Status Update - A Facebook Fairytale", "The Seventh Floor", and "Rebel".