LisaGay Hamilton
ActingAbout LisaGay Hamilton
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. LisaGay Hamilton (born March 25, 1964) is an American film, television, and theater actress known for her role as attorney Rebecca Washington on the ABC legal drama The Practice, and for her critically acclaimed performance as young Sethe in Jonathan Demme's film adaptation of Toni Morrison's Beloved. Her theater credits include Measure for Measure (Isabella), Henry IV Parts I & II (Lady Hotspur), Athol Fugard’s, Valley Song and The Ohio State Murders. Hamilton was also an original cast member in the Broadway productions of August Wilson’s, The Piano Lesson and Gem of the Ocean. Description above from the Wikipedia article Lisa Gay Hamilton, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
LisaGay Hamilton Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of LisaGay Hamilton reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 41 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of LisaGay Hamilton's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 27% of LisaGay Hamilton'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 Twelve Monkeys, which stands out as a key performance.
Best LisaGay Hamilton Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from LisaGay Hamilton's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie LisaGay Hamilton has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | By Any Means | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2025 | Blue Eyed Girl | Catherine | Average | Similar → |
| 2023 | The Boogeyman | Dr. Weller | Average | Similar → |
| 2019 | Ghosting: The Spirit of Christmas | Deb | Average | Similar → |
| 2019 | Ad Astra | Adjutant General Vogel | Average | Similar → |
| 2018 | Vice | Condoleezza Rice | Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | Beautiful Boy | Rose | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Indiscretion | Karen Wyatt | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | The Wilding | Emily Bergom | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | Go for Sisters | Bernice | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | Redemption Trail | Tess | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | Lovelace | Marsha | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | Life of a King | Sheila King | Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | Take Shelter | Kendra | Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | Beastly | Zola Davies | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | Mother and Child | Leticia | Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | The Soloist | Jennifer Ayers | Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | Deception | Detective Russo | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | Honeydripper | Delilah | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | Nine Lives | Holly | Average | Similar → |
| 2004 | Beah: A Black Woman Speaks | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | The Truth About Charlie | Lola Jansco | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | Ten Tiny Love Stories | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | The Sum of All Fears | Capt. Lorna Shiro | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | Hamlet | Ophelia | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | A House Divided | Julia | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | Swing Vote | Virginia Mapes | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | True Crime | Bonnie Beechum | Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | Beloved | Younger Sethe | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | Halloween H20: 20 Years Later | Shirl (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | The Defenders: Choice of Evils | Jeanne Baptiste | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | Jackie Brown | Sheronda | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Nick and Jane | Vicky | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | Lifebreath | Dr. Quinlan | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | Drunks | Brenda | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Twelve Monkeys | Teddy | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Clarissa | Porter Russell | Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Palookaville | Betty, Jerry's Wife | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | Naked in New York | Marty | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Reversal of Fortune | Mary | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Krush Groove | Aisha | Average | Similar → |
LisaGay Hamilton - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of LisaGay Hamilton?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring LisaGay Hamilton is "Twelve Monkeys" with a rating of 7.6/10.
How many movies has LisaGay Hamilton acted in?
LisaGay Hamilton has been featured in at least 41 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by LisaGay Hamilton?
Other notable films include "Beautiful Boy", "Jackie Brown", and "Clarissa".