Betty White: Movies & Box Office
- films
- 44
- on screen
- 1962–2023
- box office
- $1.42B
- average score
- 72
- Born
- January 17, 1922
- Birthplace
- Oak Park, Illinois, U.S.
- Full name
- Betty Marion White
- Citizenship
- American
- Occupations
- Actress, Comedian
- Years active
- 1939-2021
- Spouses
- Dick Barker, Lane Allen, Allen Ludden
Betty White's Career in Numbers
Betty White's films in numbers — as an actor, not counting appearances as themselves: when they were made, the genres Betty White works in most and the milestones along the way. The filmography runs from Advise & Consent (1962) to Golden Girls 3033 (2022), and the 2000s were the busiest decade.
Betty White Movies by Decade
- 1960s 1
- 1970s 2
- 1980s 4
- 1990s 3
- 2000s 7
- 2010s 6
- 2020s 2
The 2000s were Betty White's busiest decade, with 7 films.
Betty White Movies by Genre
- Comedy 7
- Animation 5
- Family 5
- Documentary 3
- Drama 2
- Adventure 1
- Fantasy 1
Comedy is the genre Betty White has worked in most, with 7 films, ahead of animation (5).
Betty White Career Milestones
- First film
- Advise & Consent 1962
- Biggest box office hit
- Toy Story 4 $1.07B worldwide
- Best-rated film
- Toy Story 4 Movie Echo Score 80
- Newest film
- Golden Girls 3033 2022
Betty White Filmography: Every Movie
Every film Betty White is credited on, newest first, with the role, the box office and the Movie Echo Score. Rated films average a score of 72. Re-order the list to see the best-rated films or the biggest hits first.
Betty White Movies as an Actor
25- 2022
Golden Girls 3033 as Rose Nylund (voice) (archive sound) · Animation - 2021
Forever Golden! A Celebration of the Golden Girls as Rose Nylund · Comedy - 2019
Forky Asks a Question: What Is Love? as Bitey White (voice) · Family - 2019
Toy Story 4 Adventure Worldwide box office: $1.07B Movie Echo Score: 80 - 2013
Letters to Jackie: Remembering President Kennedy as Narrator (voice) · Documentary - 2012
Dr. Seuss' The Lorax Fantasy - 2012
The Lorax as Grammy Norma (voice) · Animation Worldwide box office: $349M - 2010
Prep & Landing Stocking Stuffer: Operation: Secret Santa as Mrs. Claus (voice) · Animation - 2005
Annie’s Point as Annie Eason · Family - 2003
Stealing Christmas as Emily Sutton · Family - 2003
Return to the Batcave: The Misadventures of Adam and Burt as Woman in window · Comedy - 2003
The Golden Girls: Lifetime Intimate Portrait Series as Rose Nylund (archive footage) · Documentary - 2001
The Wild Thornberrys: The Origin of Donnie as Grandma Sophie (voice) · Animation - 2001
The Retrievers as Mrs. Krisper · Family - 2000
Tom Sawyer as Aunt Polly (voice) · Animation - 1998
Dennis the Menace Strikes Again! as Martha Wilson · Family - 1991
Chance of a Lifetime as Evelyn Eglin · Comedy - 1990
The Earth Day Special as Rose Nylund · Documentary - 1988
Joan Rivers and Friends Salute Heidi Abromowitz as Betty White · Comedy - 1987
ALF Loves a Mystery as Aunt Harriet - 1986
Rockin’ Road Trip as Maid in Motel · Comedy - 1982
Eunice as Ellen · Comedy - 1976
The Paul Lynde Halloween Special as Miss Halloween · Comedy - 1971
Vanished as TV Hostess · Drama - 1962
Advise & Consent as Senator Bessie Adams · Drama
Betty White in Documentaries & Specials
19- 2023
Carol Burnett: 90 Years of Laughter + Love as Self (archive footage) (uncredited) · Documentary - 2022
Celebrating Betty White: America’s Golden Girl as Self · Documentary - 2022
Betty White: A Celebration as Self · Documentary - 2021
The Golden Girls: Ageless as Self (archive footage) · Documentary - 2018
Betty White: First Lady of Television as Self · Documentary Movie Echo Score: 64 - 2017
If You’re Not in the Obit, Eat Breakfast as Self · Documentary - 2017
Gary of the Pacific as Self · Comedy Worldwide box office: $187K - 2015
Saturday Night Live: 40th Anniversary Special as Self / Lana · Tv movie - 2013
Betty White Goes Wild as Self · Documentary - 2006
Comedy Central Roast of William Shatner as Self - Roaster · Documentary - 2004
Lipstick & Dynamite as Self (archive footage) (uncredited) · Documentary - 2003
The Golden Girls: Their Greatest Moments as Self / Rose Nylund · Documentary - 2002
NBC 75th Anniversary Special as Self · Tv movie - 1991
Doris Day: A Sentimental Journey as Self · Documentary - 1990
Night of 100 Stars III as Self · Comedy - 1989
Hanna-Barbera’s 50th as Self · Fantasy - 1988
Mickey’s 60th Birthday as Self · Family - 1988
Happy Birthday, Bob: 50 Stars Salute Your 50 Years with NBC as Self · Comedy - 1987
Happy 100th Birthday, Hollywood as Self · Family
Who Is Betty White?
Betty White was born in Oak Park, Illinois, U.S. in 1922. Credited on films since 1962, as an actor. The background, training and the roles that shaped the career.
Betty White (born Betty Marion White on January 17, 1922 in Oak Park, Illinois) was a groundbreaking American actress and comedian whose career spanned nearly eight decades, making her one of the longest‑running performers in television history. She began her professional journey in 1939, appearing in radio shows before transitioning to the fledgling medium of television, where she quickly became a pioneer by producing and starring in Life with Elizabeth (1953‑1955), the first sitcom produced by a woman. Throughout the 1950s and 1960s she became a familiar face on countless game shows, earning the nickname “the first lady of game shows” and breaking barriers as the first female host to win a Daytime Emmy for Outstanding Game Show Host in 1983. Her talent for both slapstick and sharp wit was showcased in iconic sitcom roles such as the snarky Sue Ann Nivens on The Mary Tyler Moore Show and the lovable, naive Rose Nylund on The Golden Girls, a series that earned her a Primetime Emmy for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series. In the 2000s she experienced a remarkable resurgence, delivering a memorable performance in The Proposal (2009) and becoming the oldest person ever to host Saturday Night Live at age 88, an appearance that won her a 2010 Emmy for Outstanding Guest Actress. Beyond acting, White was a dedicated animal‑rights advocate, serving on numerous zoo and wildlife boards, and she authored several books, including the Grammy‑winning If You Ask Me. Her personal life included marriages to Dick Barker, Lane Allen, and finally Allen Ludden, with whom she shared a partnership until his death in 1981; she had no children. Betty White passed away on December 31, 2021, leaving an indelible legacy of comedic brilliance, pioneering spirit, and heartfelt advocacy.
Who Betty White Makes Movies With
The actors and directors Betty White shares the most films with. Tina Fey comes first, with 6 films together, followed by Carol Burnett (5).
Betty White: Questions & Answers
How many movies Betty White has made, the biggest hit, the best-rated film, the award record and more, answered from the filmography above.
How many movies has Betty White been in?
Betty White is credited on 44 films, from 1962 to 2023. The filmography on this page lists every one of them, newest first, with the role and the Movie Echo Score.
What is Betty White's highest-grossing movie?
Toy Story 4 (2019) is Betty White's biggest box office hit, with $1.07B worldwide, ahead of The Lorax (2012) ($349M). Across every film with box office figures, Betty White's movies have made $1.42B.
Betty White's biggest hits What is the best Betty White movie?
By the Movie Echo Score, which blends critic reviews, audience ratings and lasting impact, Betty White's best-rated film is Toy Story 4 (2019) with a score of 80, followed by Betty White: First Lady of Television (2018) (64).
Best Betty White movies, ranked What is Betty White's newest movie?
The most recent film on Betty White's filmography is Carol Burnett: 90 Years of Laughter + Love (2023), in the role of Self (archive footage) (uncredited).
Who does Betty White work with most often?
Betty White shares the most films with Tina Fey (6 films), Carol Burnett (5 films) and Martin Short (5 films).
The Best Betty White Movies, Ranked
Top rated, most awarded and biggest box office hits from 44 credits.
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