Grace Stafford
ActingAbout Grace Stafford
Grace Stafford (born Grace Boyle, November 7, 1903 – March 17, 1992) was an American actress and the wife of animation producer Walter Lantz. Stafford is best known for providing the voice of Woody Woodpecker, a creation of Lantz's, for many years starting from 1950. At first Stafford asked not to be credited in the role, believing that audiences would be disillusioned if they knew Woody was voiced by a woman. But she soon came to enjoy being known as Woody's voice and, starting with 1958's Misguided Missile, finally allowed her name to be credited on screen. [biography (excerpted) from Wikipedia]
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Grace Stafford reveals a career defined by exceptional commercial consistency. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Animation
The majority of Grace Stafford's filmography leans towards the Animation 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 100% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Grace Stafford remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Window Pains, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Grace Stafford Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Grace Stafford's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Grace Stafford.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | Woody Woodpecker and Friends | Herself / Woody Woodpecker | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | Bye, Bye, Blackboard | Woody Woodpecker / Alfie / Mrs. Meany / Students (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | Show Biz Beagle | Woody Woodpecker (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | Gold Diggin' Woodpecker | Woody Woodpecker (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | Kitty from the City | Woody Woodpecker / Florence / Precious (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | Sleepy Time Chimes | Woody Woodpecker (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | Flim Flam Fountain | Woody / Knothead / Splinter / Old Lady (voice) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | Fat in the Saddle | Woody (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | Chilly Chums | Woody Woodpecker (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | Have Gun Can't Travel | Woody Woodpecker (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | Window Pains | Bessie Beary (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | Birds of a Feather | Woody Woodpecker / Ms. Meany (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Roamin' Roman | Woody Woodpecker (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Skinfolks | Woody Woodpecker (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | Coy Decoy | Woody Woodpecker (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | Shutter Bug | Woody Woodpecker (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Little Woody Riding Hood | Woody Woodpecker (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Rocket Racket | Woody Woodpecker (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Rock-a-Bye Gator | Woody Woodpecker (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Phantom of the Horse Opera | Woody (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Sufferin' Cats | Woody (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Fowled Up Falcon | Woody Woodpecker (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Ozark Lark | Woody Woodpecker (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Bats in the Belfry | Woody Woodpecker (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Billion Dollar Boner | Woody Woodpecker (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Heap Big Hepcat | Woody Woodpecker (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Kiddie League | Woody Woodpecker (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | The Tee Bird | Woody Woodpecker (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Woodpecker in the Moon | Woody Woodpecker (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Panhandle Scandal | Woody Woodpecker (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Log Jammed | Woody Woodpecker (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Tomcat Combat | Woody Woodpecker (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Tree's a Crowd | Woody Woodpecker (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Everglade Raid | Woody Woodpecker (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Half Empty Saddles | Woody Woodpecker (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Misguided Missile | Woody Woodpecker (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Fowled-Up Party | Maggie (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Round Trip to Mars | Woody Woodpecker (voice) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Bunco Busters | Woody Woodpecker (voice) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Square Shootin' Square | Woody Woodpecker (voice) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Tree Medic | Woody Woodpecker (voice) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Witch Crafty | Woody Woodpecker (voice) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Helter Shelter | Woody Woodpecker (voice) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Convict Concerto | Woody Woodpecker (voice) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | A Fine Feathered Frenzy | Woody Woodpecker (voice) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Under the Counter Spy | Woody Woodpecker (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Socko in Morocco | Woody Woodpecker (voice) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | What's Sweepin'? | Woody Woodpecker (voice) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Born to Peck | Woody's Laugh / Mama & Papa Woodpecker (archive sound) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | La Conga Nights | Secretary | Super Hit | Similar → |
Grace Stafford - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Grace Stafford?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Grace Stafford is "Window Pains" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Grace Stafford acted in?
Grace Stafford has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Grace Stafford?
Other notable films include "Chilly Chums", "Fowled-Up Party", and "Skinfolks".