Will Vinton - Actor Profile

Will Vinton

Directing
Updated: May 10, 2026
5Total Films
6.8 Highest Rated
Born: Nov 17, 1947
Birth Place: McMinnville, Oregon, USA

About Will Vinton

Award-winning co-director of "Closed Mondays", the first Claymation (tm) film. Will Vinton was born on November 17, 1947 in McMinnville, Oregon, USA as William Gale Vinton. He was a producer and director, known for Claymation Easter (1992), Martin the Cobbler (1977) and Moonwalker (1988). He was married to Gillian Allred and Susan Shadburne. He was a Claymation artist who coined the term. His studio created numerous Claymation characters for ads, most notably the California Raisins, which gained fame in an ad set to the Motown hit "I Heard It Through the Grapevine". He died on October 4, 2018 in Portland, Oregon.

Will Vinton Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Will Vinton reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 5 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Will Vinton's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 40% of Will Vinton'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 The Adventures of Mark Twain, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Will Vinton Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Will Vinton's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Will Vinton has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2022 Claydream Self (archive footage) Hit Similar →
2021 Remembering Return to Oz Self Flop Similar →
2019 Animation Outlaws Self Average Similar →
2011 Adventures in Plymptoons! Self Flop Similar →
1985 The Adventures of Mark Twain Dan'l Webster (voice) Hit Similar →

Will Vinton - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Will Vinton?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Will Vinton is "The Adventures of Mark Twain" with a rating of 6.8/10.

How many movies has Will Vinton acted in?

Will Vinton has been featured in at least 5 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Will Vinton?

Other notable films include "Claydream", "Animation Outlaws", and "Adventures in Plymptoons!".

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