5 Helen Siff classics to remember the late You Don’t Mess with the Zohan star

Helen Siff was an actress who career spanned several decades. She started her career in 1982 with White Dog and went on to do many films. She passed away at the age of 88 on December 18, 2025, in her house in Los Angeles.

Besides films, Siff had also done several Broadway plays, including Grandma Sylvia’s Funeral, Lilies of the Field, and Over the River and Through the Woods. On the tragic occasion of her demise, let's explore her career and take a look at five of her films that fans should enjoy.

This includes titles like You Don’t Mess with the Zohan, etc.

5 Helen Siff classics to remember the actress

1) You Don't Mess with the Zohan (2008)

You Don't Mess with the Zohan is a famous film in Helen Siff's career. The action comedy flick is directed by Dennis Dugan and stars Adam Sandler as the titular IDF commando who goes to the United States to become a hairstylist. Siff plays the role of Mrs. Skitzer, who is a regular customer of Dalia's salon. It's streaming on Netflix.

2) The Karate Kid (1984)

The Karate Kid features Siff in a supporting role as a cashier. While her role is brief in this martial arts drama, she manages to make an impact. It's directed by John G. Avildsen, while Ralph Macchio and Noriyuki Morita play the lead roles. The film kick-started the namesake franchise that featured sequels and even a television series. It's available on Amazon Prime Video.

3) Hail, Caesar! (2016)

Hail, Caesar! is a film by the Coen brothers that's often overlooked by everyone. This comedy mystery film is set in the 1950s and focuses on a real life fixer. He is trying to find out an actor's fate when he was doing an epic project. Siff portrays the role of a maid in Malibu in this film. It was a moderate commercial and critical success. The film is streaming on Amazon Prime Video.

4) The Lost (2006)

The Lost is a film in the psychological horror genre and its written and directed by Chris Sivertson. Helen Siff portrays Ray Pye's mother, Jane Pye, in the film. It is an adaptation of the namesake novel, which itself was inspired by a real-life serial killer. It can be rented on Tubi and Prime Video.

5) Ron and Laura Take Back America (2014)

Ron and Laura Take Back America is a mockumentary film written and directed by Mel England and Janice Markham. Helen Siff appears as one of the protestors in a scene. While it's a very small appearance, this film stands out as a piece of experimentation in her filmography. It focuses on a couple from California who were conservative in their beliefs. They plan to star in their very own reality show. Ron and Laura Take Back America is available to watch on Google Play and YouTube via rent.

Which among these are you going to watch?