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Shirley Coates

Acting
Freshness: Jan 24, 2026
13Total Films
7.8 Highest Rated

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Shirley Coates reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 13 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Comedy

The majority of Shirley Coates's filmography leans towards the Comedy 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 46% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Shirley Coates remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Mr. Smith Goes to Washington, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Shirley Coates Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Shirley Coates's career based on audience ratings.

★7.8
Mr. Smith Goes to Washington (1939) movie poster
★7.8

Mr. Smith Goes to Washington: After the death of a United States Senator, idealistic Jefferson Smith is appointed as his replacement in Washington. So

Mr. Smith Goes to Washington

1939•Comedy
★7.8
The Grapes of Wrath (1940) movie poster
★7.8

The Grapes of Wrath: Tom Joad returns to his home after a jail sentence to find his family kicked out of their farm due to foreclosure. He ca

The Grapes of Wrath

1940•Drama
★7.1
You Only Live Once (1937) movie poster
★7.1

You Only Live Once: Based partially on the story of Bonnie and Clyde, Eddie Taylor is an ex-convict who cannot get a break after being relea

You Only Live Once

1937•Crime
★6.8
Hearts Are Thumps (1937) movie poster
★6.8

Hearts Are Thumps: The gang promises to keep away from girls on St. Valentine's Day, but Alfalfa can't resist Darla.

Hearts Are Thumps

1937•Comedy
★6.5
Three Smart Boys (1937) movie poster
★6.5

Three Smart Boys: When they overhear Miss Witherspoon, the school superintendent, say that nothing short of an epidemic will allow the sch

Three Smart Boys

1937•Comedy

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Shirley Coates.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1942 Henry and Dizzy Jennie Kilmer Flop Similar →
1940 The Grapes of Wrath Girl in Migrant Camp (uncredited) Super Hit Similar →
1940 The Big Premiere Muggsy Average Similar →
1939 Time Out for Lessons Muggsy Hit Similar →
1939 Mr. Smith Goes to Washington Assistant Bartender (uncredited) Super Hit Similar →
1939 Captain Spanky's Show Boat Muggsy Average Similar →
1939 Clown Princes Muggsy Flop Similar →
1939 Four Girls in White Little Girl on Crutches Average Similar →
1938 The Little Ranger Mugsy Average Similar →
1937 Wells Fargo Alice at 10 Years Old Flop Similar →
1937 Three Smart Boys Henrietta Hit Similar →
1937 Hearts Are Thumps Henrietta Hit Similar →
1937 You Only Live Once Ethel (uncredited) Hit Similar →

Shirley Coates - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Shirley Coates?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Shirley Coates is "Mr. Smith Goes to Washington" with a rating of 7.8/10.

How many movies has Shirley Coates acted in?

Shirley Coates has been featured in at least 13 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Shirley Coates?

Other notable films include "The Grapes of Wrath", "You Only Live Once", and "Hearts Are Thumps".