5 Annie Potts movies and TV shows that deserve a spot on your watchlist

Annie Potts has etched a permanent place in our hearts with her versatile and magnetic performances. Be it film or television, the veteran actor has certainly made an impact over a period of four decades.

Potts' body of work encompasses both warmth and wit, with her portrayals of sarcastic, outlandish, and compassionate characters.

Therefore, we have curated a list of 5 movies and TV shows that feature her acting prowess. Get ready to laugh, love, and celebrate the mastery of Annie Potts.

5 unforgettable Annie Potts movies and TV shows that must belong on your watchlist

1) Pretty in Pink (Movie)

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In this iconic 80s teen rom-com film, Annie Potts portrays the role of Iona. A confidante to Andie, she is a madcap woman who is chic, undaunted, and deeply benevolent. Iona manages a record store. In this chaotic love triangle, her presence brings a sense of groundedness and calmness to the story.

Set in the social setting of American schools, this film explores a girl's journey of romance and friendship as she is conflicted between two boys.

2) Love & War (TV Show)

This sitcom is a hidden gem. Here, Annie Potts takes on the main role as Dana Palladino in Season 2. She is a bright, sarcastic chef who owns a restaurant. Eventually, Dana gets romantically involved with Jack Stein. Potts' entry certainly takes the series to the next level.

In this rom-com, the story explores the cyclical romance between a journalist and a restaurant owner.

3) Ghostbusters (Movie)

In this 1980s cult film, we see Annie Potts as the wry and eyeglasses-wearing receptionist Janine Melnitz. With her poker-faced, quirky avatar, Potts' Janine is fondly remembered over the decades.

Ghostbusters explores the plot of three parapsychologists who team up and embark on a journey of spirit hunting. Therefore, a high-stakes challenge is posed for them upon the arrival of a divine figure, Gozer.

4) Young Sheldon (TV Show)

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Who can possibly forget Meemaw a.k.a. Constance "Connie" Tucker from Young Sheldon? Undoubtedly, Potts' portrayal of the edgy, poised, and affectionate grandmother of Sheldon is one of the key features of the show.

This spin-off of the iconic Big Bang Theory focuses on the childhood saga of the oddball genius Sheldon Cooper, or as Meemaw calls him, "Moonpie."

5) Designing Women (TV Show)

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In this prominent sitcom, Potts portrays the role of Mary Jo Shively, the chief interior designer of Sugarbaker & Associates. A single mother, Mary Jo is sardonic, nimble-witted, and oh-so-relatable. This is one of her most treasured roles to date.

This seven-season sitcom revolves around the stories of four unique women working at an interior design firm. Throughout their lives, this show serves as a social critique that challenges the status quo.