Joan O'Brien

Acting

10Total Films

7.2 Highest Rated

Born: Feb 14, 1936

Birth Place: Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Joan O'Brien reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 10 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Comedy

The majority of Joan O'Brien's filmography leans towards the Comedy 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 40% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Joan O'Brien remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Operation Petticoat, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Joan O'Brien Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Joan O'Brien's career based on audience ratings.

★7.2

★7.2

Operation Petticoat — A World War II submarine commander finds himself stuck with a damaged sub, a con-man executive officer, and a group of a

Operation Petticoat

1959•Comedy

★7.2

★7.2

Handle with Care — A law student working on a class project discovers a real-life crime.

Handle with Care

1958•Drama

★7.1

★7.1

The Alamo — The legendary true story of a small band of soldiers who sacrificed their lives in hopeless combat against a massive arm

The Alamo

1960•War

★6.7

★6.7

The Comancheros — Texas Ranger Jake Cutter arrests gambler Paul Regret, but soon finds himself teamed with his prisoner in an undercover e

The Comancheros

1961•Western

★6.1

★6.1

It's Only Money — Lester is a clumsy and awkward TV repair man who is nevertheless gifted technically. In helping out a friend, he is draw

It's Only Money

1962•Comedy

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Joan O'Brien.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1964	Get Yourself a College Girl	Marge Endicott	Flop	Similar →
1963	We Joined the Navy	Lt. Carol Blair	Average	Similar →
1963	It Happened at the World's Fair	Diane Warren	Average	Similar →
1962	It's Only Money	Wanda Paxton	Average	Similar →
1962	Six Black Horses	Kelly	Average	Similar →
1962	Samar	Cecile Salazar	Flop	Similar →
1961	The Comancheros	Melinda Marshall	Hit	Similar →
1960	The Alamo	Mrs. Sue Dickinson	Hit	Similar →
1959	Operation Petticoat	2nd Lieutenant Dolores Crandall	Hit	Similar →
1958	Handle with Care	Mary Judson	Hit	Similar →

Joan O'Brien - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Joan O'Brien?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Joan O'Brien is "Operation Petticoat" with a rating of 7.2/10.

How many movies has Joan O'Brien acted in?

Joan O'Brien has been featured in at least 10 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Joan O'Brien?

Other notable films include "Handle with Care", "The Alamo", and "The Comancheros".