Ann Sheridan
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Ann Sheridan, or Clara Lou Sheridan, (February 21, 1915 - January 21, 1967) was an American actress. She is best known for her roles in the films San Quentin (1937) with Humphrey Bogart, Angels with Dirty Faces (1938) with James Cagney and Bogart, They Drive by Night (1940) with George Raft and Bogart, City for Conquest (1940) with Cagney and Elia Kazan, The Man Who Came to Dinner (1942) with Bette Davis, Kings Row (1942) with Ronald Reagan, Nora Prentiss (1947), and I Was a Male War Bride (1949) with Cary Grant.
Ann Sheridan Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Ann Sheridan reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Ann Sheridan's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 52% of Ann Sheridan's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Showbiz Goes to War, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Ann Sheridan Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Ann Sheridan's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Ann Sheridan has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | Showbiz Goes to War | (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | The Men Who Made the Movies: Howard Hawks | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | A Star Is Born World Premiere | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Steel Town | 'Red' McNamara | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Woman on the Run | Eleanor Johnson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Stella | Stella Bevans | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | I Was a Male War Bride | Lt. Catherine Gates | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Good Sam | Lucille 'Lu' Clayton | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Silver River | Georgia Moore | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Blow-Ups of 1947 | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Nora Prentiss | Nora Prentiss | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Blow-Ups of 1946 | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Doughgirls | Edna Stokes Cadman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Shine on Harvest Moon | Nora Bayes | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Thank Your Lucky Stars | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Edge of Darkness | Karen Stensgard | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Breakdowns of 1942 | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | George Washington Slept Here | Connie Fuller | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Juke Girl | Lola Mears | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Kings Row | Randy Monaghan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Man Who Came to Dinner | Lorraine Sheldon | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Breakdowns of 1941 | Self (archive footage) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | City for Conquest | Peggy Nash | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | They Drive by Night | Cassie Hartley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Torrid Zone | Lee Donley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | It All Came True | Sarah Jane Ryan | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Castle on the Hudson | Kay Manners | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Angels Wash Their Faces | Joy Ryan | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Winter Carnival | Jill Baker | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Naughty But Nice | Zelda Manion | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Dodge City | Ruby Gilman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | They Made Me a Criminal | Goldie West | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Angels with Dirty Faces | Laury Ferguson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Out Where the Stars Begin | Ann Sheridan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | She Loved a Fireman | Marjorie Shannon | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | San Quentin | May | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Great O'Malley | Judy Nolan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Black Legion | Betty Grogan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Screen Snapshots (Series 16, No. 1) | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Fighting Youth | Carol Arlington | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Hollywood Extra Girl | Genevieve | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Crusades | Christian Slave Girl (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Glass Key | Nurse | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Mississippi | Schoolgirl (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Rumba | Chorus Girl (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Behold My Wife! | Mary White | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Mrs. Wiggs of the Cabbage Patch | Town Girl | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | You Belong to Me | Wedding Party Guest | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Notorious Sophie Lang | Mannequin (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Bolero | (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
Ann Sheridan - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Ann Sheridan?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ann Sheridan is "Showbiz Goes to War" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Ann Sheridan acted in?
Ann Sheridan has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Ann Sheridan?
Other notable films include "Stella", "A Star Is Born World Premiere", and "Angels with Dirty Faces".