Joan Standing
ActingAbout Joan Standing
Joan Standing (21 June 1903 – 3 February 1979) was an English actress best known for playing Nurse Briggs in the 1931 horror film Dracula. She appeared in more than 60 films from 1919 to 1940.
Joan Standing Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Joan Standing reflects exceptional commercial consistency. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Joan Standing's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 82% of Joan Standing'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 Sandy, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Joan Standing Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Joan Standing's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Joan Standing has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1940 | Li'l Abner | Kitty Hoops | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Colorado | Saloon Reader | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Grand Ole Opry | Woman (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Straight from the Heart | Mother of Crippled Boy | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Broadway Bill | Brooks' Phone Operator (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Jane Eyre | Daisy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | Private Detective 62 | Client with Free (Uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | Goldie Gets Along | The Mayor's Secretary | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | American Madness | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Love Affair | Jim's Secretary (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | Broken Lullaby | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Emma | Employment Agency Clerk (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Possessed | Whitney's Secretary (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | The Age for Love | Eleanor | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Young as You Feel | Lemuel's Secretary | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Dracula | Maid | Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | Ex-Flame | Kilmer | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | Hell's Angels | Roy's Dancing Partner (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | For the Love o' Lil | Chambermaid | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | Street of Chance | Miss Abrams | Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | Fashions in Love | Miss Weller | Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | My Lady's Past | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | The Cohens and Kellys in Atlantic City | Minor Role | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | Home, James | Iris Elliot | Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | Riley of the Rainbow Division | Mabel | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | Beau Sabreur | Maudie | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | The College Hero | Nellie Kelly | Flop | Similar → |
| 1927 | Ritzy | Mary | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | The Campus Flirt | Harriet Porter | Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | Lost at Sea | Olga | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | Sandy | Alice McNeil | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | The Skyrocket | Sharon's Secretary | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | The Outsider | Pritchard | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | Counsel for the Defense | Printer's Devil | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | The Other Woman's Story | Tillie Crotty | Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | With This Ring | Cecilie's maid | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | Faint Perfume | The Hired Girl | Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | The Dancers | Pringle | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | Greed | Selina | Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | Empty Hearts | Hilda, the maid | Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | The Beauty Prize | Lydia Du Bois | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | What Shall I Do? | Lizzie | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | Happiness | Jenny | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | Three Weeks | Isabella | Hit | Similar → |
| 1923 | Pleasure Mad | Hulda | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1923 | The Cricket on the Hearth | Tillie Slowboy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1923 | Hearts Aflame | Ginger | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1922 | Oliver Twist | Charlotte | Average | Similar → |
| 1920 | Silk Hosiery | Sophia Black | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1920 | The Branding Iron | Maude Upper | Hit | Similar → |
Joan Standing - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Joan Standing?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Joan Standing is "Sandy" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Joan Standing acted in?
Joan Standing has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Joan Standing?
Other notable films include "The Skyrocket", "For the Love o' Lil", and "With This Ring".