[go: up one dir, main page]

    Release CalendarTop 250 MoviesMost Popular MoviesBrowse Movies by GenreTop Box OfficeShowtimes & TicketsMovie NewsIndia Movie Spotlight
    What's on TV & StreamingTop 250 TV ShowsMost Popular TV ShowsBrowse TV Shows by GenreTV News
    What to WatchLatest TrailersIMDb OriginalsIMDb PicksIMDb SpotlightFamily Entertainment GuideIMDb Podcasts
    OscarsPride MonthAmerican Black Film FestivalSummer Watch GuideSTARmeter AwardsAwards CentralFestival CentralAll Events
    Born TodayMost Popular CelebsCelebrity News
    Help CenterContributor ZonePolls
For Industry Professionals
  • Language
  • Fully supported
  • English (United States)
    Partially supported
  • Français (Canada)
  • Français (France)
  • Deutsch (Deutschland)
  • हिंदी (भारत)
  • Italiano (Italia)
  • Português (Brasil)
  • Español (España)
  • Español (México)
Watchlist
Sign In
  • Fully supported
  • English (United States)
    Partially supported
  • Français (Canada)
  • Français (France)
  • Deutsch (Deutschland)
  • हिंदी (भारत)
  • Italiano (Italia)
  • Português (Brasil)
  • Español (España)
  • Español (México)
Use app
  • Biography
  • Awards
  • Trivia
IMDbPro

Jo Joyner

  • Actress
  • Soundtrack
IMDbProStarmeterTop 5,0001039
Jo Joyner 2023
Little Disasters (UK)
Play trailer0:55
Little Disasters (2025– )
7 Videos
39 Photos
Originating from England, Jo Joyner has become a familiar and engaging presence on television screens, captivating audiences with her versatility and relatable portrayals. Her journey in the entertainment industry showcases a dedication to her craft, marked by memorable performances across a range of genres. Widely recognized for her role as Tanya Branning in the popular soap opera EastEnders, Joyner brought a compelling mix of vulnerability and strength to the character, earning her critical acclaim and a dedicated fanbase. This role proved to be a significant milestone in her career, establishing her as a prominent figure in British television.

Beyond the soap opera world, Joyner has demonstrated her acting prowess in numerous other projects, consistently taking on diverse and challenging roles. She charmed viewers as Mandy Carter in the school drama Ackley Bridge, navigating complex social issues with warmth and authenticity. Her ability to connect with audiences through characters that are both flawed and endearing highlights her skill as a performer. Further showcasing her range, Joyner has also taken on lighter roles, such as Luella Shakespeare in the quirky crime drama Shakespeare & Hathaway: Private Investigators, where her comedic timing and on-screen chemistry have been a delight. This willingness to explore different genres and character types underscores her adaptability and commitment to her profession. Through her consistent presence in popular television shows, Jo Joyner has solidified her position as a respected and admired actress within the entertainment landscape, leaving a lasting impression on viewers with each engaging performance.
BornMay 24, 1977
  • More at IMDbPro
    • Contact info
    • Agent info
    • Resume
BornMay 24, 1977
IMDbProStarmeterTop 5,0001039
  • View contact info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 5 wins & 8 nominations total

    Photos39

    View Poster
    View Poster
    View Poster
    View Poster
    View Poster
    View Poster
    + 33
    View Poster

    Known for

    Jo Joyner and Rachel Shenton in For Her Sins (2023)
    For Her Sins
    6.0
    TV Series
    • Laura Conroy
    • Laura
    Richard Armitage, James Nesbitt, Sarah Parish, and Cush Jumbo in Ne t'éloigne pas (2021)
    Ne t'éloigne pas
    6.9
    TV Mini Series
    • DC Erin Cartwright
    Mark Benton and Jo Joyner in Shakespeare & Hathaway: Private Investigators (2018)
    Shakespeare & Hathaway: Private Investigators
    7.6
    TV Series
    • Luella Shakespeare
    Poppy Lee Friar and Amy-Leigh Hickman in Ackley Bridge (2017)
    Ackley Bridge
    7.1
    TV Series
    • Mandy Carter

    Credits

    Edit
    IMDbPro

    Actress



    • Cross Talk
      • Diana
      • Post-production



    • Little Disasters (2025)
      Little Disasters
      7.2
      TV Series
      • Liz
      • 2025
    • Angela Griffin, Tamzin Outhwaite, Jo Joyner, and Katie Clarkson-Hill in The Wives (2024)
      The Wives
      5.1
      TV Series
      • Beth Morgan
      • 2024
    • Allan Mustafa in Peacock (2022)
      Peacock
      6.7
      TV Series
      • Eunice
      • 2024
    • Jo Joyner and Rachel Shenton in For Her Sins (2023)
      For Her Sins
      6.0
      TV Series
      • Laura Conroy
      • 2023
    • David Berry in Riptide (2022)
      Riptide
      5.5
      TV Series
      • Alison Weston
      • 2022
    • The War Master (2017)
      The War Master
      8.0
      Podcast Series
      • Fenice (voice)
      • 2022
    • Mark Benton and Jo Joyner in Shakespeare & Hathaway: Private Investigators (2018)
      Shakespeare & Hathaway: Private Investigators
      7.6
      TV Series
      • Luella Shakespeare
      • 2018–2022
    • Richard Armitage, James Nesbitt, Sarah Parish, and Cush Jumbo in Ne t'éloigne pas (2021)
      Ne t'éloigne pas
      6.9
      TV Mini Series
      • DC Erin Cartwright
      • 2021
    • Poppy Lee Friar and Amy-Leigh Hickman in Ackley Bridge (2017)
      Ackley Bridge
      7.1
      TV Series
      • Mandy Carter
      • 2017–2021
    • Queen Bee
      • Laura
      • Stella
      • 2020
    • Romesh Ranganathan in The Reluctant Landlord (2018)
      The Reluctant Landlord
      6.5
      TV Series
      • Sarah
      • 2019
    • Stephen Mangan in Hang Ups (2018)
      Hang Ups
      6.4
      TV Series
      • Clare Maynard
      • 2018
    • EastEnders (1985)
      EastEnders
      4.8
      TV Series
      • Tanya Cross
      • Tanya Jessop
      • Tanya Branning ...
      • 2006–2018
    • Milton Jones, Jo Joyner, and Elis James in Be Lucky (2017)
      Be Lucky
      TV Mini Series
      • Ruth
      • 2017
    • Rutger Hauer, Sanjeev Bhaskar, Susan Wokoma, Claudia Jessie, and Edward Easton in Porters (2017)
      Porters
      6.5
      TV Series
      • Dr. Kelly
      • 2017

    Soundtrack



    • EastEnders (1985)
      EastEnders
      4.8
      TV Series
      • performer: "Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree", "Santa Baby" (uncredited)
      • 2006

    Videos7

    Ackley Bridge : Series
    Trailer 1:04
    Ackley Bridge : Series
    Little Disasters (UK)
    Trailer 0:55
    Little Disasters (UK)
    Little Disasters (UK)
    Trailer 0:55
    Little Disasters (UK)
    Riptide
    Trailer 0:31
    Riptide
    Stay Close (French)
    Trailer 1:46
    Stay Close (French)
    Stay Close (German)
    Trailer 1:46
    Stay Close (German)
    Shakespeare And Hathaway Private Investigators
    Trailer 0:24
    Shakespeare And Hathaway Private Investigators

    Personal details

    Edit
    • Official site
      • X
    • Height
      • 1.57 m
    • Born
      • May 24, 1977
      • Harlow, Essex, England, UK
    • Spouse
      • Neil MaddenJuly 14, 2007 - present (2 children)
    • Other works
      Played Sam in "The One With The Oven", a new play by Emma Rosoman - Imprint Young Writers Festival, Royal Court Theatre, London

    Did you know

    Edit
    • Trivia
      Attended Stratford-upon-Avon college.

    Contribute to this page

    Suggest an edit or add missing content
    • Learn more about contributing
    Edit page

    More to explore

    Recently viewed

    Please enable browser cookies to use this feature. Learn more.
    Get the IMDb App
    Sign in for more accessSign in for more access
    Follow IMDb on social
    Get the IMDb App
    For Android and iOS
    Get the IMDb App
    • Help
    • Site Index
    • IMDbPro
    • Box Office Mojo
    • License IMDb Data
    • Press Room
    • Advertising
    • Jobs
    • Conditions of Use
    • Privacy Policy
    • Your Ads Privacy Choices
    IMDb, an Amazon company

    © 1990-2025 by IMDb.com, Inc.