Willow Hale - Actor Profile

Willow Hale

Acting
Freshness: Jan 20, 2026
39Total Films
9.0 Highest Rated
Born: Aug 21, 1951
Birth Place: Gulfport, Mississippi, USA

About Willow Hale

Willow Hale is an American actress and director. After graduating from The University of Texas at Austin, she was invited to act in the Summer program at PCPA in Santa Maria, CA where she worked with a then unknown Robin Williams. She lived and acted in New York City from 1976 to 1989. Studying with Uta Hagen and Herbert Berghof at the H.B. Studios and acting in new plays there at the Foundation with Bill Hickey, Barbara Coggin, Wesley Addy and Celeste Holm among others. She acted in several Horton Foote plays there too where she met Robert Armin who then made a recording of her music in January 1979 which 25 years later became her first CD...A Simple String of Wonder. During her time in New York, she opened for Dave Van Ronk at The Other End (November 1980) and acted on Broadway at the Helen Hayes Theatre in Strider (also 1980) and acted in Ghostbusters right after running the 1983 NYC Marathon. She became a SAG actor in 1979 and after moving to Los Angeles acted in 30 something and studied with Milton Katselas. After a long time out from the movies and television, Willow started back in 2009 and has been working consistently in Two-Bit Waltz, Criminal Minds Suspect Behavior among many others and has also directed two short films.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Willow Hale reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 39 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Willow Hale'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 10% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Willow Hale remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in My Apocalyptic Thanksgiving, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Willow Hale Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Willow Hale's career based on audience ratings.

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Willow Hale.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2025 We're All Gonna Die Beatrice Stockholm Average Similar →
2024 Daydreamer Ruby Flop Similar →
2024 The Pastor Nora Holloway Average Similar →
2024 The Caregiver Rose Flop Similar →
2022 2025 Armageddon Grandma Flop Similar →
2022 My Apocalyptic Thanksgiving Doris Super Hit Similar →
2022 Seven Days Margaret Flop Similar →
2021 Eating Cars Bernice Average Similar →
2020 Bucko & Junior Miriam Flop Similar →
2020 Guest House Sylvia / Wedding Guest Flop Similar →
2020 Skyman Mrs. Cummings Flop Similar →
2020 My Nightmare Landlord Helen Average Similar →
2019 Wavering Jane Flop Similar →
2019 Countdown Elderly Patient (uncredited) Average Similar →
2019 Extra Innings Elderly Lady Playing Cards Flop Similar →
2019 The Star of Eros Trish Flop Similar →
2019 Never Alone - Flop Similar →
2017 The Ones Rachel Holly Flop Similar →
2017 Fallen Blossoms The mother Flop Similar →
2017 After School Special Grandma Alice Flop Similar →
2017 American Violence Beatrice Flop Similar →
2016 Betrothed Mildred Cooper Flop Similar →
2016 Holidays Meiter (segment "Mother's Day") Flop Similar →
2015 Babysitter Elderly Lady Driver Average Similar →
2015 Gnome Alone Ms. Mae Flop Similar →
2014 Kimi Kabuki - Flop Similar →
2014 Two-Bit Waltz Granny Average Similar →
2012 I Will Follow You Into the Dark Ghost Woman Flop Similar →
2012 Assisted Fishing Luann Flop Similar →
2011 Pizza Man Patient in Hospital Flop Similar →
2010 Bold Native Marion - New Age Clerk Hit Similar →
2010 The Perfect Gentleman Jonathan's Mother Average Similar →
2010 The Binds That Tie Us Choir Member Flop Similar →
2007 Devil Girl Priscilla Flop Similar →
1986 Wise Guys Race Track Bettor Flop Similar →
1984 Ghostbusters Student at Columbia University (uncredited) Super Hit Similar →
1982 The Verdict Minor Role (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1981 They All Laughed Western Dancer in Bar (uncredited) Average Similar →
N/A Blind Love Woman in wheelchair Flop Similar →

Willow Hale - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Willow Hale?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Willow Hale is "My Apocalyptic Thanksgiving" with a rating of 9.0/10.

How many movies has Willow Hale acted in?

Willow Hale has been featured in at least 39 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Willow Hale?

Other notable films include "Ghostbusters", "The Verdict", and "Bold Native".