Shep Houghton
ActingCareer Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Shep Houghton reveals a career defined by exceptional commercial consistency. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Romance
The majority of Shep Houghton's filmography leans towards the Romance 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 78% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Shep Houghton remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Some Like It Hot, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Shep Houghton Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Shep Houghton's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Shep Houghton.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976 | Silent Movie | Audience Member (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | Man on a String | Court Reporter | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | Escape from the Planet of the Apes | Bystander (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | Hello, Dolly! | Dancer / Singer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | Hellfighters | Restaurant Patron (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1968 | The Boston Strangler | Detective (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Send Me No Flowers | Sam Scheffing (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Man's Favorite Sport? | Fisherman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Sammy, the Way-Out Seal | Party Guest (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | Lover Come Back | Nightclub Patron (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Judgment at Nuremberg | Courtroom Spectator (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Spartacus | Slave (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Inherit the Wind | Townsman (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Seven Thieves | Casino Patron (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Some Like It Hot | Speakeasy Patron (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Last Hurrah | Man at Campaign HQ (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | My Man Godfrey | Party Guest (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Will Success Spoil Rock Hunter? | Policeman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Garment Jungle | Union Member (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Rack | Judge | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Around the World in 80 Days | Specialty Dancer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | High Society | Party Guest (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | It's Always Fair Weather | Technician (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Stooge | Club Patron (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Red Badge of Courage | Union Soldier (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | He Ran All the Way | Pedestrian (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Annie Get Your Gun | Party Guest (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Tap Roots | Orderly (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Easter Parade | Restaurant Patron (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Lured | Nightclub Patron (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Big Sleep | Casino Patron (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Hollywood Canteen | Doorman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Leopard Man | Nightclub Patron (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Shadow of a Doubt | Ballroom Dancer (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | For Me and My Gal | Dancer / Soldier (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | To Be or Not to Be | German Soldier (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | In the Navy | Officer Dancer (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Ziegfeld Girl | Chorus Boy (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Little Nellie Kelly | Party Guest (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Boom Town | Saloon Brawler (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Return of Frank James | Courtroom Spectator (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Broadway Melody of 1940 | Specialty Dancer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Gone with the Wind | Southern Dandy (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | At the Circus | Circus Patron (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Dawn Patrol | Young Recruit | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | If I Were King | Burgundian Knight (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Topper | Waiter (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Libeled Lady | Club Patron (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | The Last Command | Russian Youth (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | Underworld | Street Kid (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
Shep Houghton - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Shep Houghton?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Shep Houghton is "Some Like It Hot" with a rating of 8.1/10.
How many movies has Shep Houghton acted in?
Shep Houghton has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Shep Houghton?
Other notable films include "Judgment at Nuremberg", "Gone with the Wind", and "To Be or Not to Be".