TV Shows - Joan Cusack
Sorted by online popularity, based on the Engagement Score on October 07, 2025. Joan Cusack has appeared in 8 television series with data.
#52Law & Order: Special Victims Unitas Pam Burton • 1 episode • #52 most popular showLaw & Order: Special Victims Unit is a crime television series that follows a dedicated team of detectives in the Special Victims Unit of the New York City Police Department. Each episode focuses on a different criminal case involving sexually based offenses, including rape, child molestation, and domestic violence. The show combines elements of police procedural and legal drama, as the detectives investigate crimes and work closely with Assistant District Attorneys to bring the perpetrators to justice. Law & Order: Special Victims Unit has gained a reputation for tackling sensitive and controversial topics with a realistic approach.
#70Saturday Night Liveas Self - Various Characters • 18 episodes • #70 most popular showSaturday Night Live (SNL) is a live sketch comedy and variety show that has been a staple of American television since its debut in 1975. The show features a talented ensemble cast who perform a series of comedic sketches, musical performances, and celebrity impressions. SNL is known for its satirical commentary on current events and pop culture, often pushing the boundaries of social and political humor. With a new episode airing every Saturday night, SNL has become a cultural phenomenon and has launched the careers of numerous comedy legends.
#74American Dad!as Widow Support Group Leader (voice) • 1 episode • #74 most popular showAmerican Dad! is an animated sitcom that follows the daily life of Stan Smith, a staunchly conservative CIA agent, as he navigates his personal and professional life in the fictional town of Langley Falls, Virginia. Alongside his quirky family, including his wife Francine, alien Roger, and talking fish Klaus, Stan embarks on a series of comedic adventures and misadventures that often satirize American politics, pop culture, and societal issues. The show combines political satire, absurdist humor, and family dynamics to provide a unique and entertaining portrayal of suburban life in America.
#140Phineas and Ferbas Glenda • 1 episode • #140 most popular showPhineas and Ferb is an American animated musical-comedy television series that centers around two inventive stepbrothers on their summer vacation. Each episode showcases the siblings concocting elaborate projects and adventures, much to the dismay of their sister, Candace. The show includes a parallel subplot featuring their pet platypus, Perry, who leads a double life as a secret agent battling the bumbling Dr. Doofenshmirtz.
#149The Officeas Erin's Biological Mother • 1 episode • #149 most popular showThe Office is a mockumentary sitcom that depicts the everyday lives of office employees working at the Scranton, Pennsylvania branch of the Dunder Mifflin Paper Company. The show explores the comical dynamics between quirky characters and their interactions within the office environment, often incorporating humorous interviews and observational narration. Known for its dry humor and clever writing, The Office has gained a loyal fanbase and has been praised for its relatable depiction of office politics and workplace relationships.
#829A Series of Unfortunate Eventsas Justice Strauss • 4 episodes • #829 most popular showA Series of Unfortunate Events is a television series based on the book series of the same name written by Lemony Snicket. It follows the Baudelaire siblings - Violet, Klaus, and Sunny - as they navigate a series of unfortunate events after the death of their parents in a fire. The show combines humor and dark themes to create a unique and engaging storyline that keeps viewers on the edge of their seats. With its clever storytelling and memorable characters, A Series of Unfortunate Events is a must-watch for fans of mystery and adventure.
#1,447The Tonight Show with Jay Leno1 episode • #1,447 most popular showThe Tonight Show with Jay Leno is a late-night talk show hosted by comedian Jay Leno. Part of the renowned Tonight Show franchise, the show was broadcast from NBC Studios in Burbank, California. It featured a mix of comedy segments, interviews, and musical performances, sticking to a format similar to its predecessors. Jay Leno premiered as the host in 1992 after Johnny Carson's retirement and continued until 2009, with a subsequent run from 2010 to 2014.
#1,728The Viewas Self • 1 episode • #1,728 most popular showThe View is an American daytime talk show airing on ABC that features a diverse panel of female co-hosts. These co-hosts engage in discussions on current sociopolitical issues, entertainment, and hot topics of the day, in addition to conducting interviews with celebrities and public figures. The show is known for its multi-generational lineup and varying perspectives.
Movies - Joan Cusack
Sorted by online popularity. Joan Cusack has appeared in 48 movies with data.
#406The Perks of Being a Wallfloweras Dr. Burton • #406 most popular movieThe Perks of Being a Wallflower is a 2012 American coming-of-age romantic drama film based on the novel of the same name by Stephen Chbosky. It follows the story of a high school freshman named Charlie who forms an enduring bond with two senior students, Sam and her stepbrother Patrick, as they guide him through the complexities of adolescence, friendship, and love.
#566Addams Family Valuesas Debbie Jellinsky • #566 most popular movieAddams Family Values is a 1993 American black comedy film depicting the darkly humorous antics of the Addams family as they adjust to a new addition and thwart a murderous plot.
#870Toy Story 3as Jessie (voice) • #870 most popular movieToy Story 3 is a 2010 American animated comedy-drama film produced by Pixar Animation Studios for Walt Disney Pictures. It is the third installment in the Toy Story series and follows the adventures of Woody, Buzz, and other toys as they navigate through challenges to return home to their owner Andy, who is about to leave for college.
#897Toy Story 4as Jessie (voice) • #897 most popular movieToy Story 4 is a popular animated film that continues the beloved Toy Story franchise. Released in 2019, the movie follows Woody, Buzz Lightyear, and their toy friends on another adventure. This time, they find themselves in a new home, where they meet new toys and face unexpected challenges. Toy Story 4 is known for its heartwarming story, stunning animation, and endearing characters. It explores themes of friendship, loyalty, and the importance of embracing change. With its clever humor and emotional moments, Toy Story 4 appeals to both children and adults alike.
#1,127Toy Story 2as Jessie the Yodeling Cowgirl (voice) • #1,127 most popular movieToy Story 2 is a 1999 American computer-animated film produced by Pixar Animation Studios for Walt Disney Pictures. It is the second installment in the Toy Story franchise and follows the story of Woody being stolen by a toy collector, leading Buzz Lightyear and his friends on a mission to rescue him.
#1,233My Sister's Keeperas Judge De Salvo • #1,233 most popular movieMy Sister's Keeper is a 2009 American drama film directed by Nick Cassavetes, based on Jodi Picoult's novel. The story follows Sara and Brian, who face a heart-wrenching decision to save their daughter's life, leading to ethical dilemmas and a tumultuous court case.
#1,322School of Rockas Rosalie Mullins • #1,322 most popular movieSchool of Rock is a 2003 comedy film directed by Richard Linklater, featuring Jack Black as Dewey Finn, a struggling rock guitarist who poses as a substitute teacher at a prep school. Using his musical talent, Finn forms a band of fourth-graders in an attempt to win a competition and fulfill his financial needs.
#1,484Where the Heart Isas Ruth Meyers • #1,484 most popular movieWhere the Heart Is is a 2000 American romantic drama film based on the best-selling novel of the same name by Billie Letts. The story revolves around Novalee Nation, a pregnant 17-year-old who is abandoned by her boyfriend at a Walmart in a small Oklahoma town. The film follows Novalee's journey as she finds unexpected support and builds a new life for herself and her infant daughter.
#1,744Sixteen Candlesas Geek Girl #1 • #1,744 most popular movieSixteen Candles is a 1984 American coming-of-age comedy film that follows high school sophomore Samantha as she navigates the highs and lows of adolescent life, including her crush on an older boy and the challenges of family and friendships.
#1,823Raising Helenas Jenny Portman • #1,823 most popular movieRaising Helen is a 2004 American comedy-drama film directed by Garry Marshall. The story centers around Helen Harris, a successful executive assistant in Manhattan's modeling industry, whose life takes an unexpected turn when she becomes the guardian of her late sister's three children.
#1,877Chicken Littleas Abby Mallard (voice) • #1,877 most popular movieChicken Little is a 2005 animated science fiction comedy film produced by Walt Disney Feature Animation. The story follows the title character as he tries to fix his reputation after causing a panic in his town by thinking that the sky was 'falling'.
#2,045Ice Princessas Joan Carlyle • #2,045 most popular movieIce Princess is a 2005 American teen sports comedy-drama film that follows the story of Casey Carlyle, a determined teenager who sets aside her academic future to pursue her dream of becoming a professional figure skater. Guided by her coach, her mother, and a supportive friend, Casey navigates the challenges of pursuing her passion for ice skating.
#2,239High Fidelityas Liz • #2,239 most popular movieHigh Fidelity is a 2000 American romantic comedy-drama film based on the 1995 British novel of the same name by Nick Hornby. Directed by Stephen Frears and starring John Cusack, the film follows record store owner Rob Gordon as he revisits his top five breakups after being dumped by his girlfriend, seeking to understand where he went wrong.
#2,285Popstar: Never Stop Never Stoppingas Tilly • #2,285 most popular moviePopstar: Never Stop Never Stopping is a 2016 American mockumentary musical comedy film directed by Akiva Schaffer and Jorma Taccone. Starring Andy Samberg, Taccone, and Schaffer themselves, the film tells the story of pop/rap superstar Conner4real and his downfall after his new album flops. Desperate to revive his career, Conner tries everything except reuniting with his old rap group The Style Boyz. With a star-studded supporting cast including Sarah Silverman, Tim Meadows, and Maya Rudolph, the film mixes music, comedy, and satire to entertain audiences.
#2,357Working Girlas Cyn • #2,357 most popular movieWorking Girl is a 1988 American romantic comedy-drama film that follows the story of Tess McGill, an ambitious secretary who seizes an opportunity to advance her career when her boss is incapacitated. With a blend of ambition and determination, Tess navigates the corporate world to make her mark.
#2,513Looney Tunes: Back in Actionas Mother • #2,513 most popular movieLooney Tunes: Back in Action is a 2003 American live-action/animated comedy film that follows the adventures of Bugs Bunny and Daffy Duck as they team up with stuntman Damien Drake Jr. on a mission to find Damien's father and a missing blue diamond while evading the pursuit of the Acme Corp.
#2,593Say Anything...as Constance Dobler • #2,593 most popular movieSay Anything... is a 1989 American teen romantic comedy drama film that follows the post-graduation romance between a determined underachiever and the valedictorian girl of his high school class.
#2,976Arlington Roadas Cheryl Lang • #2,976 most popular movieArlington Road is a 1999 drama film directed by Mark Pellington and starring Jeff Bridges, Tim Robbins, Joan Cusack, and Hope Davis. The story follows a widowed college professor who becomes suspicious of his new neighbors and believes they are involved in terrorism, leading to an obsession with stopping their alleged plot.
#3,009Grosse Pointe Blankas Marcella • #3,009 most popular movieGrosse Pointe Blank is a 1997 American black comedy crime film following the story of hitman Martin Q. Blank who returns to his hometown for a high school reunion.
#3,079Klausas Mrs. Krum (voice) • #3,079 most popular movieKlaus is an animated Christmas comedy film that tells the heartwarming story of a young postman named Jesper who is stationed in the frozen town of Smeerensburg. In his quest to become the town's first postman, Jesper encounters Klaus, a mysterious carpenter who lives alone in the woods. The unlikely friendship between Jesper and Klaus leads to a series of events that bring joy and love back to Smeerensburg. With its beautiful animation and touching story, Klaus is a delightful film that captures the true spirit of Christmas.
#3,194Confessions of a Shopaholicas Jane Bloomwood • #3,194 most popular movieConfessions of a Shopaholic is a 2009 American romantic comedy film based on the first two entries in the Shopaholic series of novels by Sophie Kinsella. Directed by P. J. Hogan, the film stars Isla Fisher as the shopaholic journalist and Hugh Dancy as her boss.
#3,202Mars Needs Momsas Mom (voice) • #3,202 most popular movieMars Needs Moms is a 2011 American 3D computer-animated science fiction film that follows the adventurous journey of a young boy named Milo as he embarks on a mission to save his abducted mother from Martians.
#3,261Runaway Brideas Peggy Flemming • #3,261 most popular movieRunaway Bride is a 1999 American romantic comedy film directed by Garry Marshall, starring Julia Roberts and Richard Gere. It follows New York columnist Ike Graham, who writes a derogatory article about Maggie Carpenter, a woman known for leaving her fiancés at the altar, based on a man's account in a bar.
#3,673In & Outas Emily Montgomery • #3,673 most popular movieA 1997 American comedy film revolving around a midwestern English literature teacher who begins to question his sexuality after a surprising revelation at the Academy Awards.
#3,722Toysas Alsatia Zevo • #3,722 most popular movieToys is a 1992 American fantasy comedy film featuring Leslie Zevo, who embarks on a mission to rescue his family's toy factory from his tyrannical uncle. The movie blends elements of family dynamics, science fiction, and fantasy.
#3,733Married to the Mobas Rose • #3,733 most popular movieMarried to the Mob is a 1988 American crime comedy film featuring Michelle Pfeiffer as Angela de Marco, a mafia widow from Brooklyn, who becomes entangled with an undercover FBI agent investigating her connections to the mob.
#3,828Broadcast Newsas Blair Litton • #3,828 most popular movieBroadcast News is a 1987 American romantic comedy-drama film that follows the story of a driven television news producer, her charming yet inexperienced rival, and a talented but less charismatic reporter.
#4,244My Blue Heavenas Hannah Stubbs • #4,244 most popular movieMy Blue Heaven is a 1990 American crime comedy film featuring FBI agent Barney Coopersmith tasked with safeguarding Vincent Antonelli, a former Mafia member turned informant. The plot revolves around Antonelli's struggles to adapt to the Witness Protection Program while maintaining a low profile.
#4,284Hoodwinked Too! Hood VS. Evilas Verushka the Witch (voice) • #4,284 most popular movieHoodwinked Too! Hood vs. Evil is a 2011 animated spy comedy film, serving as the sequel to Hoodwinked!. It follows the story of Red Riding Hood, who teams up with the Wolf to rescue Hansel and Gretel and Granny from the evil witch, Verushka.
#4,309Nine Monthsas Gail Dwyer • #4,309 most popular movie
#4,349Arthur Christmasas Lead Elf (voice) • #4,349 most popular movieArthur Christmas is a 2011 animated Christmas comedy film co-produced by Sony Pictures Animation and Aardman Animations. It centers on Arthur Claus, the well-meaning son of Santa Claus, who embarks on a mission to deliver a girl's present after his father's high-tech ship fails to do so.
#4,557Corrina, Corrinaas Jonesy • #4,557 most popular movie
#4,619My Bodyguardas Shelley • #4,619 most popular movieMy Bodyguard is a 1980 American family comedy drama film that follows the story of Clifford Peach, a teenager facing bullying at his new high school. With the help of a misunderstood loner, Clifford takes a stand against the bullies and forms a unique friendship.
#4,622Classas Julia • #4,622 most popular movieClass is a 1983 American comedy-drama film featuring a naive prep student who forms a bond with his worldly roommate, leading to unexpected consequences.
#4,900Cradle Will Rockas Hazel Huffman • #4,900 most popular movieCradle Will Rock is a 1999 American historical drama film that fictionalizes the true events surrounding the development of the 1937 musical The Cradle Will Rock by Marc Blitzstein. It offers a social commentary on the role of art and power in the 1930s, amidst the struggles of the labor movement and the appeal of socialism and communism among intellectuals and working-class people at the time.
#5,248War, Inc.as Marsha Dillon • #5,248 most popular movieWar, Inc. is a 2008 American political action comedy film directed by Joshua Seftel, featuring John Cusack and Hilary Duff. Cusack co-wrote and produced the film. The story is set in the fictional desert country of Turaqistan, plagued by unrest due to a corporate takeover. Brand Hauser, a stoic hitman with a penchant for hot sauce, is enlisted to assassinate the CEO of a rival corporation.
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#5,487Kit Kittredge: An American Girlas Miss Lucinda Bond • #5,487 most popular movieKit Kittredge: An American Girl is a 2008 American comedy-drama film directed by Patricia Rozema, based on the Kit Kittredge stories by Valerie Tripp. The movie follows the character Kit Kittredge, portrayed by Abigail Breslin, as she navigates the challenges of the Great Depression in Cincinnati, Ohio.
#5,948Friends with Moneyas Franny • #5,948 most popular movieFriends with Money is a 2006 American comedy-drama film that follows Olivia, a former teacher turned house cleaner who grapples with uncertainty after leaving her high-paying job. As she navigates her relationships with her affluent friends, she confronts the challenges of love and financial stability.
#6,064Martian Childas Liz • #6,064 most popular movieMartian Child is a 2007 American comedy-drama film about a widowed science fiction writer who considers adopting a socially-rejected 6-year-old boy claiming to be from Mars.
#6,517Grandview, U.S.A.as Mary Maine • #6,517 most popular movieGrandview, U.S.A. is a 1984 American comedy-drama film with a storyline based on romantic entanglements and conflicts in the small town of Grandview, Illinois.
#6,551Men Don't Leaveas Jody • #6,551 most popular movieMen Don't Leave is a 1990 American comedy-drama film following Beth Macauley, a widow who moves with her two sons to Baltimore after the death of her husband. Starring Jessica Lange, Chris O'Donnell, and Kathy Bates, the film explores the challenges Beth faces in adapting to a new life in the city.
#6,616The Allnighteras Gina • #6,616 most popular movieThe Allnighter is a 1987 American comedy film following the lives of Molly, Val, and Gina on their last night of college as they navigate frustrations and unexpected events.
#6,819Two Muchas Gloria • #6,819 most popular movieTwo Much is a 1995 romantic screwball comedy film that follows the misadventures of Art Dodge, a struggling gallerist caught in a web of deception and romantic entanglements.
#6,908Unicorn Storeas Gladys • #6,908 most popular movieUnicorn Store is a 2017 comedy film directed by Brie Larson. The movie follows Kit, a young woman who is given the opportunity to fulfill her childhood dreams when she receives an invitation to a store that sells unicorns. As she embarks on this whimsical journey, Kit must navigate her own personal growth and learn to embrace her individuality. With a charming and offbeat storyline, Unicorn Store showcases Larson's directorial debut and features a talented cast, including Samuel L. Jackson. This endearing film explores themes of imagination, self-discovery, and the power of dreams.
#6,917Mr. Wrongas Inga Gunther • #6,917 most popular movieMr. Wrong is a 1996 American romantic black comedy film featuring Ellen DeGeneres as a woman who unknowingly dates a deranged and possessive man. The film received negative reviews and performed poorly at the box office.
#7,095The Last Shotas Fanny Nash (uncredited) • #7,095 most popular movieThe Last Shot is a 2004 American action comedy film featuring Matthew Broderick, Alec Baldwin, and Toni Collette. The plot revolves around a filmmaker who unknowingly gets involved with an FBI agent working on a sting operation against the mob.
#8,097A Smile Like Yoursas Nancy Tellen • #8,097 most popular movie
Joan Cusack Biography
Joan Mary Cusack (born October 11, 1962) is an American actress and comedian. She is best known for her roles in various comedy and romantic comedy films. Cusack received Academy Award nominations for her performances in the comedy-drama Working Girl (1988) and the romantic comedy In & Out (1997). She has appeared in films such as Toys (1992), Nine Months (1995), Cradle Will Rock (1999), Where the Heart Is (2000), and Kit Kittredge: An American Girl (2008). Cusack has also lent her voice to the character Jessie in the Toy Story franchise (1999–present). She was a cast member on Saturday Night Live from 1985 to 1986 and starred in the Showtime series Shameless (2011–2021). Cusack is the sister of actress Ann Cusack and actor John Cusack.
