
Kate McNeil
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Kate McNeil (born 1959) is an American television actress. She began her acting career on the soap opera As the World Turns in 1981. In 1982, she appeared in the low-budget comedy Beach House, billed as Kathy McNeil. The following year, she starred in the slasher film The House on Sorority Row where she was billed as Kathryn McNeil. 1985 saw Kate McNeil appearing in the miniseries Kane & Abel and in 1986 she was featured in another minieries, North and South Book II. She co-starred in director George A. Romero's horror film Monkey Shines in 1988. In the 1990s, Kate McNeil appeared as Janet Gilchrist in the final three Waltons TV movies. In the early 1990s, Kate McNeil was a cast member of two television shows, WIOU and Bodies of Evidence. Kate McNeil has also made numerous television guest appearances. She has appeared on Amazing Stories, Simon & Simon, Designing Women, Midnight Caller, Quantum Leap, Murder, She Wrote, Babylon 5, Diagnosis Murder and many others. Kate McNeil attended Harriton High School in Rosemont, Pennsylvania. She earned a Master in Special Education at Cal State Northridge. Description above from the Wikipedia article Kate McNeil, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Kate McNeil reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 17 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Kate McNeil'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 24% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Kate McNeil remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Vital Signs, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Kate McNeil Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Kate McNeil's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Kate McNeil.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | An Experiment in Fear: The Making of Monkey Shines | Herself | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | American Tragedy | Dr. Clarkson | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | One Kill | Maj. Leslie Nesbitt | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | Space Cowboys | Female Astronaut #1 | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | Half a Dozen Babies | Lynda Smirz | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | Sleeping with the Devil | Liz | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | A Walton Easter | Janet Gilchrist Walton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Shadow Dancer | Det. Frances Hayes | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | Escape Clause | Sarah Ramsey | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Sudden Death | Kathi | Average | Similar → |
| 1995 | A Walton Wedding | Janet Gilchrist | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | I'll Do Anything | Stacy | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | A Walton Thanksgiving Reunion | Janet Gilchrist | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Monkey Shines | Melanie Parker | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | Vital Signs | Kristi | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | The House on Sorority Row | Katherine | Average | Similar → |
| 1982 | Beach House | Cindy | Flop | Similar → |
Kate McNeil - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Kate McNeil?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Kate McNeil is "Vital Signs" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has Kate McNeil acted in?
Kate McNeil has been featured in at least 17 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Kate McNeil?
Other notable films include "A Walton Thanksgiving Reunion", "Sleeping with the Devil", and "A Walton Easter".



