Joe Palma
ActingJoe Palma Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Joe Palma 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 Joe Palma's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 40% of Joe Palma'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 Joe Palma Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Joe Palma's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Joe Palma has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1964 | Good Neighbor Sam | Joe the Mailman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | The Notorious Landlady | Reporter (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | The Apartment | Office Maintenance Man (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Some Like It Hot | (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Last Hurrah | Cop at Campaign HQ (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Scheming Schemers | Shemp (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Hot Stuff | Shemp (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | Rock Around the Clock | Waiter (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Stone Age Romeos | Caveman Rival (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Of Cash and Hash | Armored Car Guard (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Shot in the Frontier | Noonan (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Knutzy Knights | Sir Satchel (Uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Pals and Gals | Henchman (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1954 | Income Tax Sappy | IRS Agent # 2 (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | My Six Convicts | Convict Driver | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Sirocco | Sergeant (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Slaphappy Sleuths | Crook (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Studio Stoops | Louie (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Fuller Brush Girl | Cop (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Hugs and Mugs | Red (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Reckless Moment | Card Player (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Malice in the Palace | Guard Outside Palace (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Johnny Allegro | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Undercover Man | Policeman | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Knock on Any Door | Reporter (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | I'm a Monkey's Uncle | Caveman Rival (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Lady from Shanghai | Cab Driver (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | It Had to Be You | Prizefight Fan (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Brasher Doubloon | Attendant (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Best Years of Our Lives | Card Player (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Three Little Pirates | (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Three Loan Wolves | Second Henchman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Gilda | Waiter (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Mysterious Intruder | Police Guard Outside Stillwell's Store (Uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Uncivil War Birds | Union Soldier (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Night Editor | Newsboy (Uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Notorious Lone Wolf | Club Marquis Waiter (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Bells of St. Mary's | Workman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | A Hit with a Miss | Killer Kilduff (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Pick a Peck of Plumbers | Minor Role (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Racket Man | Bud the Private | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | After Midnight with Boston Blackie | 1st Cabbie | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | A Night to Remember | Shadowy Figure (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Blondie Goes Latin | Sailor Chasing Dagwood (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | From Nurse to Worse | Assistant Surgeon (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Men Without Souls | Charles (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Blondie Brings Up Baby | 2nd Dogcatcher (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Mr. Smith Goes to Washington | Hoodlum (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Smashing the Spy Ring | Workman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Adventure in Sahara | Soldier | Average | Similar → |
Joe Palma - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Joe Palma?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Joe Palma is "The Apartment" with a rating of 8.2/10.
How many movies has Joe Palma acted in?
Joe Palma has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Joe Palma?
Other notable films include "Some Like It Hot", "The Best Years of Our Lives", and "Mr. Smith Goes to Washington".