Kathy Baker
ActingAbout Kathy Baker
Kathy Baker is an American stage, film and television actress.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Kathy Baker 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 Kathy Baker'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 50% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Kathy Baker remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Art of Racing in the Rain, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Kathy Baker Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Kathy Baker's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Kathy Baker.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | The Art of Racing in the Rain | Trish | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | Paterno | Sue Paterno | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | The Ballad of Lefty Brown | Laura Johnson | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | Sister Cities | Janis | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | The Age of Adaline | Kathy Jones | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Return to Zero | Kathleen Callaghan | Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Boulevard | Joy | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | Saving Mr. Banks | Tommie | Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | The Trials of Cate McCall | Therapist | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | Jesse Stone: Benefit of the Doubt | Rose Gammon | Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Big Miracle | Ruth McGraw | Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | Too Big to Fail | Wendy Paulson | Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | Take Shelter | Sarah | Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | Machine Gun Preacher | Daisy | Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | Seven Days in Utopia | Mabel | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | Jesse Stone: Innocents Lost | Rose Gammon | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | Jesse Stone: No Remorse | Rose Gammon | Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | Jesse Stone: Thin Ice | Rose Gammon | Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | Last Chance Harvey | Jean | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | Shades of Ray | Janet Rehman | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | The Jane Austen Book Club | Bernadette | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Jesse Stone: Sea Change | Rose Gammon | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | All the King's Men | Mrs. Burden | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | Nine Lives | Camille | Average | Similar → |
| 2004 | Sucker Free City | Cleo Wade | Average | Similar → |
| 2004 | 13 Going on 30 | Bev Rink | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Cold Mountain | Sally Swanger | Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | Door to Door | Gladys Sullivan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | Too Young to Be a Dad | Susan Freeman | Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | The Glass House | Nancy Ryan | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | Ratz | Doris Trowbridge/Regina Lee Savage | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | Things You Can Tell Just by Looking at Her | Rose (segments "Someone For Rose" and "Fantasies about Rebecca") | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | The Cider House Rules | Nurse Angela | Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | A Season for Miracles | Ruth Doyle | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Inventing the Abbotts | Helen Holt | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | Lush Life | Janis Oliver | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Mad Dog and Glory | Lee | Average | Similar → |
| 1992 | Jennifer Eight | Margie Ross | Average | Similar → |
| 1992 | Article 99 | Dr. Diana Walton | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | The Making of Edward Scissorhands | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Edward Scissorhands | Joyce | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Mister Frost | Dr. Sarah Day | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | Dad | Annie | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | Jacknife | Martha Flannigan | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | Clean and Sober | Charlie Standers | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | Permanent Record | Martha Sinclair | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | Street Smart | Punchy | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | Nobody's Child | Lucy Stavros | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | A Killing Affair | Maggie Gresham | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | The Right Stuff | Louise Shepard | Hit | Similar → |
Kathy Baker - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Kathy Baker?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Kathy Baker is "The Art of Racing in the Rain" with a rating of 8.2/10.
How many movies has Kathy Baker acted in?
Kathy Baker has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Kathy Baker?
Other notable films include "The Making of Edward Scissorhands", "Edward Scissorhands", and "Door to Door".