Lillian Carlson - Actor Profile

Lillian Carlson

Acting
Updated: Apr 12, 2026
35Total Films
7.0 Highest Rated
Born: Feb 9, 1927
Birth Place: Phoenix, British Columbia, Canada

About Lillian Carlson

Lillian Carlson was born on February 9, 1927 in Phoenix, British Columbia, Canada as Lillian Hilda Carlson. She was an actress, known for Saving Silverman (2001), Huckleberry Finn and His Friends (1979) and Replicant (2001). She was married to Lee Butcher. She died on November 1, 2011 in Vancouver, British Columbia.

Lillian Carlson Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Lillian Carlson reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 35 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Lillian Carlson's work falls within the Family genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 20% of Lillian Carlson's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.

One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Yes Virginia, There Is a Santa Claus, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Lillian Carlson Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Lillian Carlson's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Lillian Carlson has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2001 The Wedding Dress Grandma Hotchkiss Flop Similar →
2001 Suddenly Naked Bus Lady Flop Similar →
2001 Replicant Nurse Average Similar →
2001 Saving Silverman Mother Superior Average Similar →
2000 Here's to Life! Cora Flop Similar →
2000 The Spiral Staircase Mrs. Winfield Flop Similar →
2000 A Storm in Summer Mrs. Gold Average Similar →
1996 Big Bully Old Woman Flop Similar →
1996 The Hunchback of Notre Dame (voice) Hit Similar →
1995 Sleeping Beauty (voice) Average Similar →
1995 Jungle Book Other Wolves (voice) Average Similar →
1995 Alice in Wonderland Queen of Hearts (voice) Average Similar →
1995 Pocahontas (voice) Average Similar →
1995 Black Beauty (voice) Average Similar →
1995 Snow White (voice) Hit Similar →
1995 Not Our Son Shirley Flop Similar →
1995 Serving in Silence - The Margarethe Cammermeyer Story Woman in Parking Lot Flop Similar →
1995 Magic Gift of the Snowman (voice) Hit Similar →
1995 Heidi (voice) Average Similar →
1995 Curly - The Littlest Puppy (voice) Average Similar →
1994 The Nutcracker (voice) (as Lilliam Carlson) Average Similar →
1994 Cinderella (voice) Average Similar →
1994 Leo the Lion: King of the Jungle (voice) (as Lilliam Carlson) Hit Similar →
1994 A Christmas Carol (voice) Hit Similar →
1994 Happy the Littlest Bunny (voice) (as Lilliam Carlson) Average Similar →
1993 The Only Way Out Senior Citizen Flop Similar →
1993 Ernest Rides Again Receptionist Flop Similar →
1991 Yes Virginia, There Is a Santa Claus Mrs. Goldstein Hit Similar →
1991 A Mother's Justice Woman Passenger Average Similar →
1991 K2 Secretary Average Similar →
1986 Christmas Snow Mrs. Wilmot Average Similar →
1986 The Christmas Star Mrs. Thurgood Average Similar →
1985 Blackout Mrs. Burns Flop Similar →
1985 Brotherly Love Apartment Manager Hit Similar →
1966 How to Break a Quarter Horse Norah Smith Flop Similar →

Lillian Carlson - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Lillian Carlson?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Lillian Carlson is "Yes Virginia, There Is a Santa Claus" with a rating of 7.0/10.

How many movies has Lillian Carlson acted in?

Lillian Carlson has been featured in at least 35 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Lillian Carlson?

Other notable films include "Brotherly Love", "A Christmas Carol", and "Snow White".

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