Jack O'Shea
ActingJack O'Shea Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Jack O'Shea reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Jack O'Shea's work falls within the Western genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 18% of Jack O'Shea'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 The Spider Returns, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Jack O'Shea Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Jack O'Shea's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Jack O'Shea has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1951 | Kentucky Jubilee | Henchman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | In Old Amarillo | Man on Wagon (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Brimstone | Pete (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | King of the Rocket Men | Walter | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | Bowery Buckaroos | Jose | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Law of the Lash | Decker | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | Son of Zorro | Henchman Hood [Ch. 10] | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Last Crooked Mile | Carnival Barker | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Tiger Woman | Louie (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | Sunset in El Dorado | Croupier | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | Gangs of the Waterfront | Gunman Ortega | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Flame of Barbary Coast | Barnes, the Dice Table Croupier | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | Sheriff of Cimarron | Shad - Henchman | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Great Flamarion | Stagehand (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Call of the Rockies | Miner Sam Foster | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Fighting Seabees | Arriving Construction Worker (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Man from Music Mountain | Henchman (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | A Lady Takes a Chance | Gambler | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Raiders of San Joaquin | Stage Bandit | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | King of the Cowboys | Carnival Worker | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Idaho | Payroll Truck Driver | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Sunset Serenade | Sylvia's Driver | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Call of the Canyon | Man Watching Pie-Eating Contest (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Sons of the Pioneers | Pete - Henchman | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | In Old California | Saloon Patron | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Romance on the Range | Henchman Ed | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Sunset on the Desert | Townsman | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Remarkable Andrew | Townsman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Red River Valley | Helpful Passerby | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Spider Returns | Armored Car Driver | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Sheriff of Tombstone | Station Agent | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | A Man Betrayed | Club Inferno Patron (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Mysterious Doctor Satan | House Heavy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Dance, Girl, Dance | Patron of Palais Royale (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Stage to Chino | Saloon Brawler (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Deadwood Dick | Townsman | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Adventures of Red Ryder | Lem | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Saint's Double Trouble | Spectator on Street (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Zorro's Fighting Legion | Cave Thug | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | South of the Border | Henchman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Allegheny Uprising | One of Callendar's Men | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | In Old Monterey | Miner | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Beauty for the Asking | Wedding Guest (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Twelve Crowded Hours | Townsman (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Ride 'em, Cowgirl | Henchman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Pacific Liner | Navigator (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Gang Bullets | Henchman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | State Police | Miner | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Portia on Trial | Reporter | Flop | Similar → |
| 1929 | Why Be Good? | Man at Dance Contest (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
Jack O'Shea - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Jack O'Shea?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jack O'Shea is "The Spider Returns" with a rating of 8.7/10.
How many movies has Jack O'Shea acted in?
Jack O'Shea has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Jack O'Shea?
Other notable films include "Sons of the Pioneers", "Red River Valley", and "In Old Amarillo".