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Acting
Janette Scott
Janette Scott is best known for Burke's Law, Armchair Theatre, The World of Hammer and Fifties Features - The Women behind the Pictures. Janette Scott was born on December 14, 1938. Janette Scott is 87 years old (born December 14, 1938).
- Born
- December 14, 1938 (87 years old)
- Place of birth
- Morecambe, Lancashire, England, UK
Biography
Thora Janette Scott (born 14 December 1938) is an English actress. She was born in Morecambe, England. She is the daughter of actors Jimmy Scott and Thora Hird. She started her acting career as a child actress, known as Janette Scott, and became a popular leading lady. Among her best known roles was as April Smith in the 1960 film School for Scoundrels, based on the \"One-upmanship\" books by Stephen Potter, in which Ian Carmichael and Terry-Thomas competed for her attention. Scott wrote her autobiography at the age of 14. Her role in the film The Day of the Triffids is referenced in the opening song of The Rocky Horror Show (\"Science Fiction/Double Feature\") which made references to many B-movie sci-fi and horror films.
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Known for
Filmography
- 1994The World of HammerSelf (archive footage)
- 1989Elstree: Britain's HollywoodSelf
- 1986Fifties Features - The Women behind the Pictures
- 1963Burke's LawJennifer Robbins
- 1956Armchair TheatreMaeve McHugh
Frequently asked questions
What movies and shows has Janette Scott been in?
Janette Scott is best known for Burke's Law, Armchair Theatre, The World of Hammer and Fifties Features - The Women behind the Pictures.
When was Janette Scott born?
Janette Scott was born on December 14, 1938. (Morecambe, Lancashire, England, UK)
How old is Janette Scott?
Janette Scott is 87 years old (born December 14, 1938).
Updated: November 5, 2026 ·