Ann Sheridan
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Ann Sheridan, or Clara Lou Sheridan, (February 21, 1915 - January 21, 1967) was an American actress. She is best known for her roles in the films San Quentin (1937) with Humphrey Bogart, Angels with Dirty Faces (1938) with James Cagney and Bogart, They Drive by Night (1940) with George Raft and Bogart, City for Conquest (1940) with Cagney and Elia Kazan, The Man Who Came to Dinner (1942) with Bette Davis, Kings Row (1942) with Ronald Reagan, Nora Prentiss (1947), and I Was a Male War Bride (1949) with Cary Grant.
Ann Sheridan Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Ann Sheridan reflects exceptional commercial consistency. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Ann Sheridan's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 84% of Ann Sheridan'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 Showbiz Goes to War, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Ann Sheridan Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Ann Sheridan's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Ann Sheridan has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | Showbiz Goes to War | (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | The Men Who Made the Movies: Howard Hawks | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Woman and the Hunter | Laura Dodds | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | A Star Is Born World Premiere | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Take Me to Town | Vermillion O'Toole | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Steel Town | 'Red' McNamara | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Woman on the Run | Eleanor Johnson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Stella | Stella Bevans | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | I Was a Male War Bride | Lt. Catherine Gates | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Good Sam | Lucille 'Lu' Clayton | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Blow-Ups of 1947 | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Okay for Sound | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Doughgirls | Edna Stokes Cadman | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Shine on Harvest Moon | Nora Bayes | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | George Washington Slept Here | Connie Fuller | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Juke Girl | Lola Mears | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Kings Row | Randy Monaghan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Man Who Came to Dinner | Lorraine Sheldon | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Breakdowns of 1941 | Self (archive footage) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Honeymoon for Three | Anne Rogers | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | City for Conquest | Peggy Nash | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | They Drive by Night | Cassie Hartley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Torrid Zone | Lee Donley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Castle on the Hudson | Kay Manners | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Angels Wash Their Faces | Joy Ryan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Winter Carnival | Jill Baker | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Naughty But Nice | Zelda Manion | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Dodge City | Ruby Gilman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | They Made Me a Criminal | Goldie West | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Angels with Dirty Faces | Laury Ferguson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Cowboy from Brooklyn | Maxine Chadwick | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Out Where the Stars Begin | Ann Sheridan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | She Loved a Fireman | Marjorie Shannon | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | San Quentin | May | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Great O'Malley | Judy Nolan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Black Legion | Betty Grogan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Sing Me a Love Song | Lola Parker (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Fighting Youth | Carol Arlington | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Hollywood Extra Girl | Genevieve | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Crusades | Christian Slave Girl (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Glass Key | Nurse | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Mississippi | Schoolgirl (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Car 99 | Mary Adams | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Rumba | Chorus Girl (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Home on the Range | Singer (as Clara Lou Sheridan) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Behold My Wife! | Mary White | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | You Belong to Me | Wedding Party Guest | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Notorious Sophie Lang | Mannequin (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Shoot the Works | Hanratty's Secretary (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Bolero | (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
Ann Sheridan - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Ann Sheridan?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ann Sheridan is "Showbiz Goes to War" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Ann Sheridan acted in?
Ann Sheridan has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Ann Sheridan?
Other notable films include "Sing Me a Love Song", "Stella", and "Home on the Range".