Joan Morgan was a British actor who is best known for her roles in “A Lowland Cinderella,” “Little Dorrit,” and “The Road to London.” Born in London on February 1, 1905, she had a diverse career as a silent film star, scriptwriter, and novelist.
Personal and Family Life
Joan was the daughter of director Sidney Morgan and actress Evelyn Morgan. She showed a talent for writing from a young age, having her work rejected by The Times when she was only eight years old. Although she was offered a chance to pursue a Hollywood career, her father refused to let her go, a decision that impacted her deeply throughout her life.
Career
Joan made her film debut in 1914 and went on to appear in at least 34 films. While she had notable roles in movies such as “Her Greatest Performance” and “A Window in Piccadilly,” her career waned in the 1930s, leading her to shift focus to screenwriting under the pseudonym Joan Wentworth Wood. Some of her successful screenwriting credits included “The Flag Lieutenant.”
Death and Legacy
Joan Morgan passed away on July 22, 2004, at the age of 99 due to natural causes in Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire. Her contributions to film, both as an actress and writer, remain a noteworthy part of British cinema history.
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1931 | Her Reputation | Veronica Sloane |
| 1929 | Three Men in a Cart | — |
| 1928 | A Window in Piccadilly | The Girl |
| 1926 | The Woman Tempted | Sybil Helmsley |
| 1924 | Princess Moonface | Princess Moonface |
| 1924 | Neglected Women | Annette |
| 1923 | Fires of Innocence | Helen Dalmaine |
| 1922 | A Lowland Cinderella | Hester Stirling |
| 1921 | The Road to London | The Lady Emily |