Johnny Dodd - Actor Profile

Johnny Dodd

Acting
Updated: May 16, 2026
1Total Films
4.7 Highest Rated
Born: Jun 25, 1941

About Johnny Dodd

John P. "Johnny" Dodd was a lighting designer for theatre, dance and music and was active in the downtown art scene in Manhattan during the last half of the 20th century. During the 1960s, Dodd was resident lighting designer at the Caffe Cino. In 1967, he received an Obie Award for his work on Soren Agenoux's A Christmas Carol, Lanford Wilson's The Madness of Lady Bright and Tom Eyen's White Whore and the Bit Player. Dodd also worked on productions at Judson Memorial Church, La MaMa and Theater Genesis. During the 1970s, he served as a lighting director on the New York Dolls tours and worked with theatre director Robert Wilson. He later founded and served as the president of the 14th Street Stage Lighting Inc. Towards the end of his life, Dodd worked at The Living Theater. Dodd died in 1991, reportedly from AIDS at the age of 50.

Johnny Dodd Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Johnny Dodd reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 1 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Johnny Dodd's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 0% of Johnny Dodd'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 Kiss, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Johnny Dodd Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Johnny Dodd's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Johnny Dodd has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

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Johnny Dodd - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Johnny Dodd?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Johnny Dodd is "Kiss" with a rating of 4.7/10.

How many movies has Johnny Dodd acted in?

Johnny Dodd has been featured in at least 1 major films throughout their career.

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