Jessica Harper
ActingAbout Jessica Harper
Jessica Randolph Harper (born October 3, 1949) is an American actress and singer. Harper began her feature film career with a starring role in Brian De Palma's Phantom of the Paradise (1974), and subsequently featured in films including Love and Death (1975), Inserts (1975), and My Favorite Year (1982). She is best known for her portrayal of Suzy Bannion, the protagonist of Dario Argento's cult classic Suspiria (1977), and appeared in a supporting role in Luca Guadagnino's 2018 remake. Her other films include Stardust Memories (1980), Shock Treatment (1981) (the followup to The Rocky Horror Picture Show in which she replaced Susan Sarandon as Janet Weiss), Pennies from Heaven (1981), The Blue Iguana (1988), Safe (1995), Minority Report (2002), Bones and All (2022) and Nightbitch (2024). In addition to acting, Harper is also an author of children's music and books. Description above from the Wikipedia article Jessica Harper, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Jessica Harper Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Jessica Harper reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 37 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Jessica Harper's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 54% of Jessica Harper'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 Rocky Horror 45: The Movie, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Jessica Harper Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Jessica Harper's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Jessica Harper has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
Jessica Harper - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Jessica Harper?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jessica Harper is "Rocky Horror 45: The Movie" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Jessica Harper acted in?
Jessica Harper has been featured in at least 37 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Jessica Harper?
Other notable films include "Kill Me", "‘Rameau’s Nephew’ by Diderot (Thanx to Dennis Young) by Wilma Schoen", and "Phantom of the Paradise".