Joan Shawlee
ActingAbout Joan Shawlee
Reliable character actress who is perhaps known for her performance as Sweet Sue in Billy Wilder's comedy classic, "Some Like It Hot" (1959).
Joan Shawlee Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Joan Shawlee reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 45 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Joan Shawlee's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 24% of Joan Shawlee'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 Apartment, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Joan Shawlee Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Joan Shawlee's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Joan Shawlee has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | Abbott and Costello Meet Jerry Seinfeld | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Kiss My Grits | Wanda | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | Child Bride of Short Creek | Isaac's Mother | Average | Similar → |
| 1981 | Buddy Buddy | Receptionist | Average | Similar → |
| 1977 | Never Con a Killer | Margo | Flop | Similar → |
| 1975 | Farewell, My Lovely | Woman in Ballroom | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | Flash and the Firecat | Rose | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | Matt Helm | Saleslady | Flop | Similar → |
| 1971 | Dead Men Tell No Tales | Polly Grant | Flop | Similar → |
| 1971 | Willard | Alice Rickles | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | One More Train to Rob | Big Nellie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1968 | Something for a Lonely Man | Hooker | Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | Live a Little, Love a Little | Robbie's Mother | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | Tony Rome | Fat Candy | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | The Reluctant Astronaut | Blonde in Bar | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | The St. Valentine's Day Massacre | Edna, Frank's Girlfriend (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Wild Angels | Momma Monahan | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | Guerillas in Pink Lace | Miss Gloria Maxine | Average | Similar → |
| 1963 | Critic's Choice | Marge Orr | Average | Similar → |
| 1963 | Irma la Douce | Amazon Annie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | The Apartment | Sylvia | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Some Like It Hot | Sweet Sue | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Conquest of Space | Rosie McCann | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Bowery to Bagdad | Velma, alias "Cindy Lou Calhoun" | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | A Star Is Born | Joan (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Francis Joins the WACS | Sergeant Kipp | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Pride of the Blue Grass | Mrs. Casey | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | From Here to Eternity | Sandra (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | All Ashore | Hedy | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Because of You | Autograph Seeker (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Woman on the Run | Blonde | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Prehistoric Women | Lotee | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | Michigan Kid | Soubrette | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Vigilantes Return | Ben's Girl | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | Buck Privates Come Home | Sylvia Hunter | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Song of Scheherazade | French Girl | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | I'll Be Yours | Blonde | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | White Tie and Tails | Virgie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Cuban Pete | Ann | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | Lover Come Back | Janie | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Inside Job | Ruth (as Joan Fulton) | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Tangier | Rocco's Blonde (as Joan Fulton) | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Runaround | Mamie 'Baby' Willis (as Joan Fulton) | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | House of Horrors | Stella McNally | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Idea Girl | Mabel | Flop | Similar → |
Joan Shawlee - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Joan Shawlee?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Joan Shawlee is "The Apartment" with a rating of 8.2/10.
How many movies has Joan Shawlee acted in?
Joan Shawlee has been featured in at least 45 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Joan Shawlee?
Other notable films include "Some Like It Hot", "Irma la Douce", and "Something for a Lonely Man".