Shirley Mills - Actor Profile

Shirley Mills

Acting
Updated: May 14, 2026
19Total Films
9.0 Highest Rated
Born: Apr 8, 1926
Birth Place: Tacoma, Washington, USA

About Shirley Mills

Shirley Olivia Mills was born in Tacoma, Washington in 1926 and moved to southern California while still a child. She became the star of an independent movie which achieved great fame titled Child Bride (1938)when she was 12 years old which she describes in detail on her "official" website on a separate page devoted to memories of that movie along with still photos of it. Other pages on the site are devoted to The Grapes Of Wrath (1940) and also Nine Girls (1944), additional movies where she was a movie actress in featured roles. Mills appeared in major Hollywood studio movies through the 1940s and into the 1950s, during which decade she also appeared on major network television programs. Date of Birth 8 April 1926, Tacoma, Washington Date of Death 31 March 2010, Arcadia, California  (complications of pneumonia)

Shirley Mills Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Shirley Mills reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 19 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Shirley Mills's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 53% of Shirley Mills'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 Top Man, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Shirley Mills Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Shirley Mills's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Shirley Mills has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1952 My Six Convicts Blonde Tilly Hit Similar →
1951 The Family Secret - Average Similar →
1950 It's a Small World Susan Musk at Age 16 Average Similar →
1949 An Old-Fashioned Girl Belle Average Similar →
1946 Betty Co-Ed Gloria Campbell Hit Similar →
1944 Nine Girls "Tennessee" Collingwood Average Similar →
1944 None Shall Escape Anna Oremska Hit Similar →
1943 True to Life Radio Sister (uncredited) Super Hit Similar →
1943 Top Man Dancer Super Hit Similar →
1943 Mister Big 'Jivin' Jacks and Jills' Member (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1943 Reveille with Beverly Laura Jean Oliver (uncredited) Super Hit Similar →
1943 Shadow of a Doubt Shirley (uncredited) Super Hit Similar →
1942 Miss Annie Rooney Audrey Hollis Average Similar →
1940 Five Little Peppers in Trouble June Hit Similar →
1940 Young People Mary Ann Flop Similar →
1940 Virginia City Crying Young Southern Girl (uncredited) Average Similar →
1940 The Grapes of Wrath Ruth Joad Super Hit Similar →
1939 The Under-Pup Cecilia Layton Hit Similar →
1938 Child Bride Jennie Flop Similar →

Shirley Mills - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Shirley Mills?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Shirley Mills is "Top Man" with a rating of 9.0/10.

How many movies has Shirley Mills acted in?

Shirley Mills has been featured in at least 19 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Shirley Mills?

Other notable films include "True to Life", "The Grapes of Wrath", and "Shadow of a Doubt".

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