Paula Poundstone
ActingAbout Paula Poundstone
Paula Poundstone is an American stand-up comedian, author, actress, interviewer and commentator. Beginning in the late 1980s, she performed a series of one-hour HBO comedy specials. She provided backstage commentary during the 1992 presidential election on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno. She is a frequent panelist on National Public Radio's weekly news quiz show Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me.
Paula Poundstone Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Paula Poundstone reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 14 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Paula Poundstone's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 36% of Paula Poundstone'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 Wisecracks, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Paula Poundstone Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Paula Poundstone's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Paula Poundstone has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Inside Out 2 | Forgetter Paula (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | Monty Python's Best Bits Celebrated | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | The Comedy Club | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2015 | Inside Out | Forgetter Paula (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | 3 Still Standing | - | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | Why We Laugh: Funny Women | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | Paula Poundstone: Look What The Cat Dragged In | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | Paula Poundstone Goes to Harvard | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | Wisecracks | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Kellogg's Pop Tarts Comedy Video | Self - Host | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Paula Poundstone: Cats, Cops and Stuff | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | On Location: Women of the Night | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | Hyperspace | Karen | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | The 8th Annual Young Comedians Show | - | Flop | Similar → |
Paula Poundstone - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Paula Poundstone?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Paula Poundstone is "Wisecracks" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Paula Poundstone acted in?
Paula Poundstone has been featured in at least 14 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Paula Poundstone?
Other notable films include "Inside Out", "Inside Out 2", and "Why We Laugh: Funny Women".