Katy Manning - Actor Profile

Katy Manning

Acting
Freshness: Jan 20, 2026
50Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Oct 14, 1949
Birth Place: Guildford, Surrey, England

About Katy Manning

Catherine Ann "Katy" Manning (born 14 October 1946) is a British actress. Although she has made many appearances on both screen and stage, Manning is best known for her part as the companion Jo Grant in the BBC science fiction television series Doctor Who. Manning initially played the role regularly from 1971 to 1973 but also reprised the role in the Doctor Who spin-off The 'Sarah Jane Adventures' in 2010, and 'Power Of The Doctor' in 2022. She is also well known for voicing Iris Wildthyme in the audio series 'Iris Wildthyme' for Big Finish Productions since 2005.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Katy Manning reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Sci-Fi

The majority of Katy Manning's filmography leans towards the Sci-Fi 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 46% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Katy Manning remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Katy Manning's World Down Under, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Katy Manning Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Katy Manning's career based on audience ratings.

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Katy Manning.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2025 The Doctor Who Escape Room: Team Third Doctor Self Super Hit Similar →
2023 Jon, The Man Who Was Doctor Who Self Flop Similar →
2023 Doctor Who: Defenders of Earth! Jo Jones Flop Similar →
2020 Doctor Who: Return of the Autons Jo Jones Flop Similar →
2020 Jeepers Creepers Self - Fantasy Lover (voice) Flop Similar →
2020 Farewell, Sarah Jane Jo Jones Super Hit Similar →
2019 Doctor Who and the Third Man - Flop Similar →
2019 The Doctors: Heroes! - Flop Similar →
2019 Doctor Who: Hello Boys! Jo Jones Flop Similar →
2017 The Doctors: The Jon Pertwee Years - Flop Similar →
2014 Evil Never Dies Susan Payne Flop Similar →
2013 The Five(ish) Doctors Reboot Self Super Hit Similar →
2013 A Dandy and a Clown: The Life of Jon Pertwee - Flop Similar →
2012 Tales of Television Centre Self Super Hit Similar →
2012 Run For Your Wife Exercising Woman Flop Similar →
2011 Oakie's Outback Adventures Oakie Flop Similar →
2011 Life on Earth Self Flop Similar →
2011 The Doctor's Moriarty Self Flop Similar →
2010 Doctor Who: Meanwhile in the TARDIS: Part 2 Jo Grant (archive footage) Hit Similar →
2008 Hello Sailor! - Flop Similar →
2006 When Darkness Falls Miss Harrington Flop Similar →
2005 Doctor Who: A New Dimension Self Flop Similar →
2002 Katy Manning's World Down Under - Super Hit Similar →
2002 Jungle Girl and the Lost Island of Dinosaurs voice Flop Similar →
2001 ReUNITed at Chicago Tardis - Flop Similar →
2000 Easter in Bunnyland Cosmo Mouse (voice) Average Similar →
1999 D4 The Trojan Dog Cosmo Mouse (voice) Super Hit Similar →
1998 Lust in Space Self Flop Similar →
1998 Where on Earth Is Katy Manning? - Super Hit Similar →
1986 Frog Dreaming Mrs. Cannon Average Similar →
1984 Melvin, Son of Alvin Estelle Flop Similar →
1984 Doctor Who: Resurrection of the Daleks Jo Grant (archive footage) (uncredited) Super Hit Similar →
1975 Eskimo Nell Hermione Longhorn Flop Similar →
1973 The Golden Road Anna Flop Similar →
1973 Don't Just Lie There, Say Something! Damina Flop Similar →
1973 Doctor Who: The Green Death Jo Grant Super Hit Similar →
1973 Doctor Who: Planet of the Daleks Jo Grant Hit Similar →
1973 Doctor Who: Frontier in Space Jo Grant Super Hit Similar →
1973 Doctor Who: Carnival of Monsters Jo Grant Super Hit Similar →
1973 Doctor Who: The Three Doctors Jo Grant Hit Similar →
1972 Doctor Who: The Time Monster Jo Grant Average Similar →
1972 Doctor Who: The Mutants Jo Grant Hit Similar →
1972 Doctor Who: The Sea Devils Jo Grant Super Hit Similar →
1972 Doctor Who: The Curse of Peladon Jo Grant Super Hit Similar →
1972 Doctor Who: Day of the Daleks Jo Grant Super Hit Similar →
1971 Doctor Who: The Dæmons Jo Grant Super Hit Similar →
1971 Doctor Who: Colony in Space Jo Grant Hit Similar →
1971 Doctor Who: The Claws of Axos Jo Grant Hit Similar →
1971 Doctor Who: The Mind of Evil Jo Grant Super Hit Similar →
1971 Doctor Who: Terror of the Autons Jo Grant Super Hit Similar →

Katy Manning - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Katy Manning?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Katy Manning is "Katy Manning's World Down Under" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Katy Manning acted in?

Katy Manning has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Katy Manning?

Other notable films include "The Doctor Who Escape Room: Team Third Doctor", "Where on Earth Is Katy Manning?", and "Farewell, Sarah Jane".