Ann Shoemaker
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Ann Shoemaker (January 10, 1891 - September 18, 1978) was an American actress, known for My Favorite Wife (1940), The Fortune Cookie (1966) and Alice Adams (1935). She was married to Henry Stephenson. She died on September 18, 1978, in Los Angeles, California.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Ann Shoemaker reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 49 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Ann Shoemaker'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 29% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Ann Shoemaker remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in It's Murder, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Ann Shoemaker Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Ann Shoemaker's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Ann Shoemaker.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976 | Collision Course: Truman vs. MacArthur | Mrs. Wallace | Flop | Similar → |
| 1969 | Roberta | Aunt Minnie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Fortune Cookie | Sister Veronica | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Sunrise at Campobello | Sara Delano Roosevelt | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Middle of the Night | Millie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1950 | House by the River | Mrs. Ambrose - Stephen's houseeper | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Reckless Moment | Mrs. Catherine Feller (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Shockproof | Dr. Daniels (Uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | A Woman's Secret | Mrs. Matthews, Brook's Mother | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Wallflower | Mrs. James | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Return of the Whistler | Mrs. Barkley | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Sitting Pretty | Mrs. Ashcroft (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Magic Town | Ma Peterman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Conflict | Nora Grant | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Boogie Woogie | Mrs. Stumplefinger | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | Phantoms, Inc. | Mrs. Martha Kenneson | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | What a Blonde | Mrs. DaFoe | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | Thirty Seconds Over Tokyo | Mrs. Parker | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | It's Murder | Mrs Nelson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Man from Frisco | Martha Kennedy | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | What a Woman | Senator's Wife (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Above Suspicion | Aunt Ellen | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | You'll Never Get Rich | Mrs. Barton | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Scattergood Pulls the Strings | Mrs. Downs | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Ellery Queen, Master Detective | Lydia Braun | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Strike Up the Band | Mrs. Connors | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Girl from Avenue A | Mrs. Maddox | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | My Favorite Wife | Ma | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | An Angel from Texas | Addie Lou Coleman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Curtain Call | Mrs. Middleton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Farmer's Daughter | Mrs. Bingham | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Marines Fly High | Mrs. Hill | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Seventeen | Mary Baxter | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Babes in Arms | Mrs. Barton | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | They All Come Out | Dr. Ellen Hollis | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Almost a Gentleman | Mrs. Thompson | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Romance of the Redwoods | Mother Manning | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Life of the Party | Countess Martos | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Stella Dallas | Miss Margaret Phillibrown | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | They Won't Forget | Mrs. Mountford | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Shall We Dance | Matron | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Sins of Man | Anna Engel | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Alice Adams | Mrs. Adams | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Stranded | Mrs. Tuthill | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | A Dog of Flanders | Ilse Cogez | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Cheating Cheaters | Mrs. Grace Palmer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | Dr. Monica | Mrs. Hazlitt | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | Cross Country Cruise | Mrs. O'Shaughnessy (Uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | Chance at Heaven | Mrs. Harris | Average | Similar → |
Ann Shoemaker - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Ann Shoemaker?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ann Shoemaker is "It's Murder" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Ann Shoemaker acted in?
Ann Shoemaker has been featured in at least 49 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Ann Shoemaker?
Other notable films include "Curtain Call", "The Fortune Cookie", and "Shall We Dance".