Ellen Sherman - Actor Profile

Ellen Sherman

Acting
Freshness: Jan 23, 2026
4Total Films
4.7 Highest Rated

About Ellen Sherman

As a writer and producer, Ellen took a circuitous path to both after a long-acting career which included Broadway, network TV series, and the lead in a highly forgettable avant-garde Mexican horror film. She spent nine memorable years as a producer at NBC Dateline as well as having produced numerous documentary films for A&E and MSNBC. Her feature doc ALL DRESSED UP AND NO PLACE TO GO chronicled the lives of four heterosexual crossdressers. Featured at the Montreal Film Festival and the International Documentary Festival of Amsterdam, the film aired on HBO/Cinemax and television worldwide. A dramatic television series WATCHING YOU is in development with Sony Television. Grounded in narrative fiction, she has written screenplays and television projects for among others Universal, HBO, CBS, and Island Films, the latter a project fondly remembered for the time needed to do research in Jamaica. Her journalism has appeared in such publications as Rolling Stone, Child, Family Circle and Elle.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Ellen Sherman reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 4 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Horror

The majority of Ellen Sherman's filmography leans towards the Horror genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.

The "Box Office" Signature

With a 0% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Ellen Sherman remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Mansion of Madness, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Ellen Sherman Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Ellen Sherman's career based on audience ratings.

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Ellen Sherman.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1981 Rivkin: Bounty Hunter - Flop Similar →
1977 Looking Up Francine Lavine Flop Similar →
1976 The Yum Yum Girls Producer's Wife Flop Similar →
1973 The Mansion of Madness Eugénie Flop Similar →

Ellen Sherman - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Ellen Sherman?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ellen Sherman is "The Mansion of Madness" with a rating of 4.7/10.

How many movies has Ellen Sherman acted in?

Ellen Sherman has been featured in at least 4 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Ellen Sherman?

Other notable films include "The Yum Yum Girls", "Looking Up", and "Rivkin: Bounty Hunter".