Billie Whitelaw
ActingAbout Billie Whitelaw
Billie Honor Whitelaw (6 June 1932 – 21 December 2014) was an English stage and screen actress. She worked in close collaborration with Irish playwright Samuel Beckett for 25 years and wass regarded as one of the foremost interpreters of his works. She was also known for her portrayal of Mrs Baylock, the demonic nanny in The Omen.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Billie Whitelaw reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Billie Whitelaw'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 52% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Billie Whitelaw remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Thomas Hardy: A Haunted Man, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Billie Whitelaw Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Billie Whitelaw's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Billie Whitelaw.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | Hot Fuzz | Joyce Cooper | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | The Curse of 'The Omen' | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | The Story of 'Frenzy' | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | Quills | Madame LeClerc | Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | The Last of the Blonde Bombshells | Evelyn | Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | The Lost Son | Mrs. Spitz | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | Jane Eyre | Grace Poole | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | The Entertainer | Phoebe Rice | Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | The Cloning of Joanna May | Mavis | Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Duel of Hearts | Dorcas | Average | Similar → |
| 1991 | A Murder of Quality | Mad Janie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Lorna Doone | Sarah Ridd | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | The Krays | Violet Kray | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | The Fifteen Streets | Beatrice Llewellyn | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | The Secret Garden | Mrs. Medlock | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Maurice | Mrs. Hall | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Murder Elite | Margaret Baker | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | Camille | Prudence Duvorney | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | The Chain | Mrs. Andreos | Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | An Audience with Mel Brooks | Self (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | Making Samuel Beckett's 'Rockaby' | The Actress | Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | The Dark Crystal | Aughra (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | A Tale of Two Cities | Madame Therese Defarge | Average | Similar → |
| 1978 | The Water Babies | Mrs. Doasyouwouldbedoneby / Old Crone / Mrs. Tripp / Woman in Black / Water Babies 'Gate Keeper' | Average | Similar → |
| 1978 | Thomas Hardy: A Haunted Man | Emma Hardy | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | The Omen | Mrs. Baylock | Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | Not I | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | Night Watch | Sarah Cooke | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | Frenzy | Hetty Porter | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | Gumshoe | Ellen | Average | Similar → |
| 1970 | Start the Revolution Without Me | Queen Marie | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | The Adding Machine | Daisy Devore | Average | Similar → |
| 1968 | Twisted Nerve | Joan Harper | Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | Charlie Bubbles | Lottie | Average | Similar → |
| 1968 | The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde | Gwyn Thomas | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | The Comedy Man | Judy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | The Devil's Agent | Piroska Maslov | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | Mr. Topaze | Ernestine | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | No Love for Johnnie | Mary | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | Payroll | Jackie Parker | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Make Mine Mink | Lily | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Hell Is a City | Chloe Hawkins | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | The Flesh and the Fiends | Mary Patterson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Breakout | Rose Munro | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Carve Her Name with Pride | Winnie | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Small Hotel | Caroline Mallet | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Miracle in Soho | Maggie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1955 | Mr. Arkadin | Raina Arkadin (voice) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Sleeping Tiger | Receptionist at Pearce & Mann | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Fake | Waitress | Average | Similar → |
Billie Whitelaw - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Billie Whitelaw?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Billie Whitelaw is "Thomas Hardy: A Haunted Man" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Billie Whitelaw acted in?
Billie Whitelaw has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Billie Whitelaw?
Other notable films include "Murder Elite", "Maurice", and "The Secret Garden".