Jack Shea
ActingJack Shea Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Jack Shea reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 42 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Jack Shea's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 43% of Jack 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 Undercover Maisie, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Jack Shea Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Jack Shea's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Jack Shea has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1966 | An American Dream | Police Detective | Flop | Similar → |
| 1964 | The Incredible Mr. Limpet | Sailor (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1963 | The Wheeler Dealers | Bonaparte (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | Pocketful of Miracles | Hotel Doorman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Sunrise at Campobello | Policeman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Bonnie Parker Story | Beer Delivery Man / Customer in Bar (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | A Strange Adventure | Jail Guard (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | Somebody Up There Likes Me | Prison Guard (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Battle Cry | Baltimore Recruiting Sergeant (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Kansas City Confidential | Policeman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Unknown Man | Sash (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Racket | Night Desk Sergeant (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Detective Story | Desk Sergeant (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Bannerline | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Million Dollar Pursuit | Police Lieut. Spears | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Inside the Walls of Folsom Prison | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Gambling House | Wally (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Walk Softly, Stranger | Policeman (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1950 | Mystery Street | Policeman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Armored Car Robbery | Officer Evans (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Asphalt Jungle | Policeman (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | On the Town | Tough Marine in Subway (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Too Late for Tears | Policeman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Three Musketeers | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Joe Palooka in Fighting Mad | Jeff Lundy | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Undercover Maisie | Detective Lieutenant Wellman (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Big Town | Cop (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | Road to Utopia | Departing Ship Passenger (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Swing Shift Maisie | Plant Worker (Uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | This Land Is Mine | Burly Cop | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Fall In | Sgt. William Tasacoscowitz | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Glass Key | Policeman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Wake Island | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Pride of the Yankees | Hammond (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | This Above All | British Soldier in Bar | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Male Animal | Rally Spectator (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Rio Rita | Hotel Guest (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Inflation | Worker in Pay Line (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Christmas in July | Coworker (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | $1,000 a Touchdown | Dimples (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Going Places | Party Guest | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Invisible Menace | Tough Soldier | Flop | Similar → |
Jack Shea - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Jack Shea?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jack Shea is "Undercover Maisie" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Jack Shea acted in?
Jack Shea has been featured in at least 42 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Jack Shea?
Other notable films include "The Asphalt Jungle", "The Pride of the Yankees", and "Pocketful of Miracles".