Jana Shelden

Acting

Freshness: Feb 19, 2026

9Total Films

8.2 Highest Rated

Born: Sep 30, 1945

Birth Place: Los Angeles, California, USA

About Jana Shelden

Janet Irene Shelden is an actress, known for The Shining (1980), Oppenheimer (1980) and The Two Mrs. Grenvilles (1987). She has been married to Michael Ferguson since 1986.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Jana Shelden reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 9 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Thriller

The majority of Jana Shelden's filmography leans towards the Thriller 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 11% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Jana Shelden remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Shining, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Jana Shelden Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Jana Shelden's career based on audience ratings.

★8.2

★8.2

The Shining: Jack Torrance accepts a caretaker job at the Overlook Hotel, where he, along with his wife Wendy and their son Danny, mu

The Shining

1980•Horror

★5.6

★5.6

The Sender: A disturbed telepathic man is able to transmit his dreams and visions into the minds of the people around him.

The Sender

1982•Horror

★5.4

★5.4

Only Love: Two young lovers whose romantic dreams were shattered, are reunited years later in this sweeping story of fobidden love.

Only Love

1998•TV Movie

★5.0

★5.0

30 Years to Life: In a futuristic dystopia, a teenager is medically aged 30 years to punish him for a crime he didn't commit.

30 Years to Life

1998•Sci-Fi

★5.0

Invocation: Maya Deren (1986) movie poster

★5.0

Invocation: Maya Deren: Maya Deren is a legend of avant-garde cinema. This authoritative biography of the charismatic filmmaker, poet and anthro

Invocation: Maya Deren

1986•Documentary

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Jana Shelden.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1999	A Secret Affair	Patricia Stewart	Flop	Similar →
1998	30 Years to Life	Terryann	Flop	Similar →
1998	Only Love	Doris	Flop	Similar →
1994	Funny Man	The Nurse	Flop	Similar →
1992	Small Metal Jacket	Dinah Wentworth	Flop	Similar →
1986	Invocation: Maya Deren	Reader	Flop	Similar →
1983	The Jigsaw Man	Air hostess	Flop	Similar →
1982	The Sender	Nurse Reimbold	Average	Similar →
1980	The Shining	Stewardess	Super Hit	Similar →

Jana Shelden - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Jana Shelden?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jana Shelden is "The Shining" with a rating of 8.2/10.

How many movies has Jana Shelden acted in?

Jana Shelden has been featured in at least 9 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Jana Shelden?

Other notable films include "The Sender", "Only Love", and "30 Years to Life".