
Jeannie Bell
ActingAbout Jeannie Bell
Born Annie Lee Morgan in St. Louis, Missouri, Jeannie is a former Playboy Playmate of the Month (October 1969) and was only the second African American woman to feature in this role. She also became the first-ever African American to actually grace the magazine's cover of their January 1970 issue. Bell later had a career as an actress in movies, most prominently in TNT Jackson (1975), in which she played the title character, and supporting roles in Mean Streets and The Klansman, as well as occasional TV appearances. She retired from show business for good after a second pictorial in Playboy in 1979 and, in 1986, married multi-millionaire businessman Gary Judis after 8 years of courtship. The two have one son.
Jeannie Bell Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Jeannie Bell reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 15 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Jeannie Bell's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 7% of Jeannie Bell'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 Mean Streets, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Jeannie Bell Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Jeannie Bell's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Jeannie Bell has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | Bloodfist III: Forced to Fight | (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | The Choirboys | Fanny Forbes | Average | Similar → |
| 1977 | Casanova & Co. | Fatme | Flop | Similar → |
| 1976 | The Muthers | Kelly | Flop | Similar → |
| 1976 | Disco 9000 | Karen (as Jeanie Bell) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1974 | The Klansman | Mary Anne | Average | Similar → |
| 1974 | Black Is Beautiful | Joyce | Average | Similar → |
| 1974 | Three the Hard Way | Polly | Average | Similar → |
| 1974 | TNT Jackson | Diana 'T.N.T.' Jackson (as Jeanne Bell) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1974 | Policewomen | Pam | Flop | Similar → |
| 1973 | Mean Streets | Diane | Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | Cleopatra Jones | Terry (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | Black Gunn | Lisa | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | Trouble Man | Leona | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | Melinda | Jean | Flop | Similar → |
Jeannie Bell - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Jeannie Bell?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jeannie Bell is "Mean Streets" with a rating of 7.1/10.
How many movies has Jeannie Bell acted in?
Jeannie Bell has been featured in at least 15 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Jeannie Bell?
Other notable films include "Three the Hard Way", "Trouble Man", and "Black Gunn".




