Lee Shumway
ActingCareer Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Lee Shumway reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Lee Shumway's filmography leans towards the Drama 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 58% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Lee Shumway remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Grapes of Wrath, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Lee Shumway Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Lee Shumway's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Lee Shumway.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1953 | Calamity Jane | Bartender with White Sideburns (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | In Old Amarillo | Joe (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Naked City | Patrolman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Dangerous Years | Alec - Attendant (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Buck Privates Come Home | Bank Guard #1 (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Angel on My Shoulder | Bailiff (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Road to Utopia | Policeman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Lost Weekend | Guard (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | I Married a Witch | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Pacific Blackout | Cop | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Among the Living | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | I Killed That Man | The Bartender (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Nothing But the Truth | Cop (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Honky Tonk | Townsman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Face Behind the Mask | Police Officer 643 (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Long Voyage Home | Dock Policeman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Dance, Girl, Dance | Policeman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Flowing Gold | Guard (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Great McGinty | Mike - Cop (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Johnny Apollo | Guard in Warden's Office (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Grapes of Wrath | Deputy (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Drums of Fu Manchu | Police Lieutenant Corrigan at Wax Museum | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Shadow | Frank Milford | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Another Thin Man | Policeman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Dust Be My Destiny | Policeman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Mr. Moto in Danger Island | Guard | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Let Us Live | Warden's Attendant (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Spider's Web | Police Sergeant (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | I Am the Law | Police Sergeant (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Gateway | Guard | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Women in Prison | Detective | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Charlie Chan at the Olympics | Cop | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Great Guy | Mike (Uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Come and Get It | Diner (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Wedding Present | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Jailbreak | Detective | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Mr. Deeds Goes to Town | Bailiff (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Road Gang | Mone Guard (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Love on a Bet | Man at Hutchinson's Meeting | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | In Person | Studio Representative (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | A Notorious Gentleman | Detective | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | He Was Her Man | Detective | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Thin Man | Plainclothesman (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Manhattan Melodrama | Policeman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Wild Boys of the Road | Mike (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Mystery of the Wax Museum | Policeman (Uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | I Am a Fugitive from a Chain Gang | Arresting Officer (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | The Widow from Chicago | Johnston (Credits) / Chris Johnson | Average | Similar → |
| 1929 | Evangeline | Col. Winslow | Average | Similar → |
| 1926 | The Bat | The Unknown | Average | Similar → |
Lee Shumway - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Lee Shumway?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Lee Shumway is "The Grapes of Wrath" with a rating of 7.8/10.
How many movies has Lee Shumway acted in?
Lee Shumway has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Lee Shumway?
Other notable films include "I Am a Fugitive from a Chain Gang", "The Lost Weekend", and "Mr. Deeds Goes to Town".