John Shay
ActingCareer Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of John Shay reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 17 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of John Shay's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 29% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), John Shay remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Hazard, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best John Shay Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from John Shay's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of John Shay.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1977 | Brothers | Judge Number One | Flop | Similar → |
| 1962 | What Ever Happened to Baby Jane? | Police Officer | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | The Last Sunset | Bowman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Cry Baby Killer | Glen Gannon | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Sorrowful Jones | Doctor (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Alias Nick Beal | Assistant District Attorney | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Incident | Freddie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1948 | A Foreign Affair | G.I. (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Hazard | Clerk (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | I Wouldn't Be in Your Shoes | Salesman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Decoy | Al | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Tarzan and the Leopard Woman | Soldier (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Missing Corpse | Jeffry Dodd (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Valley of Vanishing Men | Mullins | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Bad Men of the Hills | Marshal Dave Upjohn | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Submarine Raider | Oleson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Canal Zone | Henshaw - Co-Pilot | Average | Similar → |
John Shay - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of John Shay?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring John Shay is "Hazard" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has John Shay acted in?
John Shay has been featured in at least 17 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by John Shay?
Other notable films include "What Ever Happened to Baby Jane?", "A Foreign Affair", and "The Last Sunset".