Annette O'Toole - Actor Profile

Annette O'Toole

Acting
Freshness: Jan 20, 2026
50Total Films
8.2 Highest Rated
Born: Apr 1, 1952
Birth Place: Houston, Texas, USA

About Annette O'Toole

Annette O'Toole (born Annette Toole; April 1, 1952) is an American actress. She is known for portraying Lisa Bridges in the television series Nash Bridges, adult Beverly Marsh in the 1990 television mini-series adaptation of Stephen King's epic horror novel It, Lana Lang in Superman III, Kathy in the romantic-comedy film Cross My Heart and Martha Kent (the adoptive mother of Clark Kent) on the television series Smallville.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Annette O'Toole 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 Annette O'Toole'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 32% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Annette O'Toole remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Gigantic (A Tale of Two Johns), which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Annette O'Toole Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Annette O'Toole's career based on audience ratings.

★8.2
Gigantic (A Tale of Two Johns) (2003) movie poster
★8.2

Gigantic (A Tale of Two Johns) — John Flansburgh & John Linnell met in the 1970s as junior high students in Lincoln, Massachusetts. A decade later, their

Gigantic (A Tale of Two Johns)

2003•Documentary
★8.0
Unwigged & Unplugged: An Evening with Christopher Guest, Michael McKean and Harry Shearer (2009) movie poster
★8.0

Unwigged & Unplugged: An Evening with Christopher Guest, Michael McKean and Harry Shearer — Christopher Guest, Michael McKean and Harry Shearer perform songs from their films and other projects before a live audi

Unwigged & Unplugged: An Evening with Christopher Guest, Michael McKean and Harry Shearer

2009•Comedy
★7.7
Smallville (2002) movie poster
★7.7

Smallville — Inside the idyllic community of Smallville, the intertwined destinies of Clark Kent, Lana Lang, and Lex Luthor begin to

Smallville

2002•Drama
★7.6
The Making of 'Superman II' (1983) movie poster
★7.6

The Making of 'Superman II' — Documentary about the making of the sequel to Superman.

The Making of 'Superman II'

1983•Documentary
★7.5
Beach Pillows (2013) movie poster
★7.5

Beach Pillows — After being cuckolded, Morgan Midwood's life explodes. Turning to his ne'er-do-well best friend Nick, the two embark on

Beach Pillows

2013•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Annette O'Toole.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2019 The Incoherents Mrs. Graham Average Similar →
2019 Blow the Man Down Gail Maguire Average Similar →
2018 Howard Doria (archive footage) Hit Similar →
2018 A Futile and Stupid Gesture Stephanie Kenney Hit Similar →
2016 Women Who Kill Lila Flop Similar →
2016 We Go On Charlotte Average Similar →
2013 Beach Pillows Rita Midwood Super Hit Similar →
2009 Falling Up Grace O'Shea Flop Similar →
2009 Unwigged & Unplugged: An Evening with Christopher Guest, Michael McKean and Harry Shearer Vocals Super Hit Similar →
2006 You Will Believe: The Cinematic Saga of Superman Self Average Similar →
2006 Look, Up in the Sky! The Amazing Story of Superman Self Super Hit Similar →
2003 Gigantic (A Tale of Two Johns) Self - voice Super Hit Similar →
2003 Temptation Nora Flop Similar →
2002 Smallville Martha Kent Super Hit Similar →
2000 Here on Earth Jo Cavanaugh Average Similar →
1998 Final Justice Gwen Saticoy Flop Similar →
1997 Final Descent Connie Phipps Flop Similar →
1997 Keeping the Promise Anne Hallowell Average Similar →
1996 The Man Next Door Annie Hodges Flop Similar →
1995 The Christmas Box Keri Evans Flop Similar →
1995 My Brother's Keeper Joann Bradley Flop Similar →
1994 Imaginary Crimes Ginny Rucklehaus Average Similar →
1994 On Hope - Average Similar →
1994 Andre Adult Voice of Toni Flop Similar →
1993 A Mother's Revenge Ellen Wells Flop Similar →
1993 Love Matters Julie Flop Similar →
1993 Kiss of a Killer Kate Wilson Flop Similar →
1991 White Lie Helen Lester Average Similar →
1990 The Dreamer of Oz Maud Gage Baum Hit Similar →
1990 A Girl of the Limberlost Kate Comstock Hit Similar →
1990 Love at Large Mrs. King Flop Similar →
1987 Cross My Heart Kathy Flop Similar →
1987 Broken Vows Nana Marie 'Nim' Fitzpatrick Flop Similar →
1986 Strong Medicine Jessica Weitz Hit Similar →
1985 Copacabana Lola Lamar Hit Similar →
1985 The Making of 'Superman III' Self Hit Similar →
1985 Bridge to Terabithia Ms. Edmunds Average Similar →
1984 The Best Legs in Eighth Grade Rachel Blackstone Flop Similar →
1983 The Making of 'Superman II' Self / Lana Lang (uncredited) Super Hit Similar →
1983 Superman III Lana Lang Average Similar →
1982 48 Hrs. Elaine Hit Similar →
1982 Cat People Alice Perrin Average Similar →
1981 Stand by Your Man Tammy Wynette Hit Similar →
1980 Foolin' Around Susan Average Similar →
1979 Love for Rent Carol Martin Flop Similar →
1978 King of the Gypsies Sharon Average Similar →
1977 One on One Janet Hays Average Similar →
1976 The Entertainer Bambi Pasko Average Similar →
1975 Smile Doria Average Similar →
1973 The Girl Most Likely To... Jenny Hit Similar →

Annette O'Toole - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Annette O'Toole?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Annette O'Toole is "Gigantic (A Tale of Two Johns)" with a rating of 8.2/10.

How many movies has Annette O'Toole acted in?

Annette O'Toole has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Annette O'Toole?

Other notable films include "Unwigged & Unplugged: An Evening with Christopher Guest, Michael McKean and Harry Shearer", "Smallville", and "The Making of 'Superman II'".