J. Anthony Hughes
ActingJ. Anthony Hughes Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of J. Anthony Hughes reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 40 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of J. Anthony Hughes's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 63% of J. Anthony Hughes'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 Men of San Quentin, which stands out as a key performance.
Best J. Anthony Hughes Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from J. Anthony Hughes's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie J. Anthony Hughes has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1959 | Alias Jesse James | Dirty Dog Saloonkeeper (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Spirit of St. Louis | Reporter (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Keys of the Kingdom | Uncle Ned (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Men of San Quentin | Jack Holden | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Fly By Night | Policeman at Garage (Uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Blondie Goes to College | Baseball Coach | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | In the Navy | Deck Officer With Megaphone (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Buck Privates | Capt. Williams (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Life with Henry | Bus Driver (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Diamond Frontier | Matt Campbell | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Howards of Virginia | Tidewater Representative (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | They Drive by Night | Reporter (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Beyond Tomorrow | Officer Johnson | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Charlie Chan's Murder Cruise | Detective Wilson, Chan's agent | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Two Girls on Broadway | Reporter (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Fighting 69th | Healey (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Invisible Stripes | Chauffeur #2 (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Cisco Kid and the Lady | Drake | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Sabotage | (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Hollywood Cavalcade | Motorcycle Policeman | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | I Stole a Million | Bank Robber (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | News Is Made at Night | Guard | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Tail Spin | Al Moore | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Wings of the Navy | Scat's Flight Instructor | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Lone Wolf Spy Hunt | Costume-Party Bartender (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Gateway | Irish Inspector | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Wives Under Suspicion | Murphy (as Anthony Hughes) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | In Old Chicago | Pat O'Leary | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Hot Water | Bartender (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Armored Car | Bill Wane | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Girl on the Front Page | Nelson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | High Tension | Telephone Operator | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Educating Father | Dick Harris | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Country Doctor | Mike | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Boulder Dam | Pa's Guest (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Love on a Bet | Airline Steward | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Perfect Set-Up | Chet (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Whipsaw | Bailey | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Murder in the Fleet | Walter Drake (Uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Howd' Ya Like That? | Oscar - Dancer | Super Hit | Similar → |
J. Anthony Hughes - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of J. Anthony Hughes?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring J. Anthony Hughes is "Men of San Quentin" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has J. Anthony Hughes acted in?
J. Anthony Hughes has been featured in at least 40 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by J. Anthony Hughes?
Other notable films include "Diamond Frontier", "Educating Father", and "Howd' Ya Like That?".