Suzanne Shepherd
ActingAbout Suzanne Shepherd
Suzanne Shepherd was an American actress and theater director. She is best known for her portrayal of Karen's overbearing mother in the film Goodfellas, Carmela Soprano's mother Mary De Angelis in the HBO television series The Sopranos, and the assistant school principal in Uncle Buck. Shepherd studied acting with Sanford Meisner, and later went on to teach Meisner's program of acting study, the first woman to do so. She was a founding member of the Compass Players in the early 1960s, along with such other actors as Alan Alda and Alan Arkin.
Suzanne Shepherd Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Suzanne Shepherd reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 29 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Suzanne Shepherd's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 24% of Suzanne Shepherd'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 GoodFellas, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Suzanne Shepherd Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Suzanne Shepherd's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Suzanne Shepherd has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | The Performance | Tess | Average | Similar → |
| 2018 | The Week Of | Aunt Iris | Average | Similar → |
| 2018 | Where Is Kyra? | Ruth | Average | Similar → |
| 2018 | Furlough | Elizabeth Anderson | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | Jerome's Bouquet | Elena Klein | Flop | Similar → |
| 2012 | Delivering the Goods | Mrs. Weinbaum | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | I Hate Valentine's Day | Edie | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | Choke | Waitress | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | Harold | Maude Sellers | Average | Similar → |
| 2004 | A Dirty Shame | Big Ethel | Flop | Similar → |
| 2001 | Never Again | Mother | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | Requiem for a Dream | Mrs. Scarlini | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | On the Run | Lady in Travel Agency | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | Money Kings | Agnes | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | Living Out Loud | Mary | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | American Cuisine | Martha | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | Illuminata | Marco's mother | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | Lolita | Miss Pratt | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | Trees Lounge | Jackie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | Bullet | Cookie Stein | Average | Similar → |
| 1995 | Palookaville | Mother | Average | Similar → |
| 1995 | The Jerky Boys | Mrs. B | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Jacob's Ladder | Hospital Receptionist | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | GoodFellas | Karen's Mother | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Sons | Rich's Mom | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | Second Sight | Marilyn Bloom | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | Uncle Buck | Mrs. Hogarth | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Working Girl | Trask Receptionist | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Mystic Pizza | Aunt Tweedy | Average | Similar → |
Suzanne Shepherd - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Suzanne Shepherd?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Suzanne Shepherd is "GoodFellas" with a rating of 8.5/10.
How many movies has Suzanne Shepherd acted in?
Suzanne Shepherd has been featured in at least 29 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Suzanne Shepherd?
Other notable films include "Requiem for a Dream", "Jacob's Ladder", and "Lolita".