Leon Janney
ActingLeon Janney Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Leon Janney reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 21 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Leon Janney's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 19% of Leon Janney'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 Elephant's Elbows, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Leon Janney Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Leon Janney's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Leon Janney has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1970 | How Did a Nice Girl Like You Get Into This Business? | Mr. McCarthy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1968 | Charly | Dr. Richard Nemur | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | The Last Mile | Pat Callahan | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Stolen Paradise | Richard 'Dick' Gordon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Big Benefit | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | Police Court | Nathaniel "Junior" Barry Jr. | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | Penrod and Sam | Penrod Schofield | Average | Similar → |
| 1931 | Their Mad Moment | Narcio | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | Father's Son | Bill Emory | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | The Costume Falls | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | Los cazadores de osos | Pancho | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | The Doorway to Hell | Jackie Lamarr | Average | Similar → |
| 1930 | Old English | Jock | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | An Intimate Dinner in Celebration of Warner Bros. Silver Jubilee | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | Bear Shooters | Donald 'Spud' | Flop | Similar → |
| 1929 | The Four Feathers | Child in Prologue (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1929 | The Younger Generation | Eddie Lesser as a Boy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | The Wind | Cora's Child | Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | The Elephant's Elbows | Johnny Smith | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | Comrades | Perry O'Toole as a Boy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1927 | Quality Street | Student (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
Leon Janney - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Leon Janney?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Leon Janney is "The Elephant's Elbows" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has Leon Janney acted in?
Leon Janney has been featured in at least 21 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Leon Janney?
Other notable films include "The Wind", "Quality Street", and "The Younger Generation".