Veteran character actress Elizabeth Hoffman, perhaps best known for her role as Beatrice Reed Ventnor, mother of the titular sisters played by Swoosie Kurtz, Sela Ward, Patricia Kalember and Julianne Phillips, on NBC’s ’90s drama series Sisters, has died. Hoffman passed away of natural causes on Aug. 21 at her home in Malibu, CA, her son Chris confirmed to Deadline’s sister pub THR. She was 97.
Born in Corvallis, Or, Hoffman made her television debut recurring as Miss Mason on Little House on the Prairie in 1980. The following year she made her feature film debut as the lead in Frank Laloggia’s supernatural horror film Fear No Evil.
Hoffman also is known for her portrayal of Eleanor Roosevelt in The Winds of War, the television miniseries directed and produced by Dan Curtis, which spanned the earliest years of World War II, from the Nazi blitzkrieg of Poland in 1939 to the...
Born in Corvallis, Or, Hoffman made her television debut recurring as Miss Mason on Little House on the Prairie in 1980. The following year she made her feature film debut as the lead in Frank Laloggia’s supernatural horror film Fear No Evil.
Hoffman also is known for her portrayal of Eleanor Roosevelt in The Winds of War, the television miniseries directed and produced by Dan Curtis, which spanned the earliest years of World War II, from the Nazi blitzkrieg of Poland in 1939 to the...
- 10/23/2023
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Elizabeth Hoffman, best known for starring in NBC‘s Sisters in the ’90s (pictured above), died at the age of 97. The veteran actress passed away on August 21 in her home in Malibu, according to her son Chris (via The Hollywood Reporter). Hoffman was born on February 8, 1926, and started out in theater before her first onscreen role came via Little House of the Prairie; she appeared in three episodes of the series from 1980 to 1981. She also appeared in the film Fear No Evil in 1981. In the years following her episodes of Little House on the Prairie, Hoffman appeared on shows such as The Greatest American Hero, The Winds of War, The A-Team, Blue Thunder, and Hunter. Her other TV roles included L.A. Law, Star Trek: The Next Generation, Matlock, and thirtysomething, leading up to the aforementioned NBC series. Hoffman played Eleanor Roosevelt in two miniseries, The Winds of War in 1983 and War and Remembrance,...
- 10/23/2023
- TV Insider
Elizabeth Hoffman, the actress who portrayed Beatrice “Bea” Reed Ventnor in NBC’s ’90s family drama Sisters, died of natural causes at her home in Malibu, Calif. on Aug. 21. She was 97 years old.
The news was confirmed by Hoffman’s son Chris to The Hollywood Reporter.
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On Sisters, the actress played mom to four daughters played by Swoosie Kurtz, Sela Ward, Patricia Kalember and Julianne Phillips. The...
The news was confirmed by Hoffman’s son Chris to The Hollywood Reporter.
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On Sisters, the actress played mom to four daughters played by Swoosie Kurtz, Sela Ward, Patricia Kalember and Julianne Phillips. The...
- 10/23/2023
- by Nick Caruso
- TVLine.com
Elizabeth Hoffman, who portrayed Beatrice Reed Ventnor, the mother of the daughters played by Swoosie Kurtz, Sela Ward, Patricia Kalember and Julianne Phillips during the entire six-season run of the NBC drama Sisters, has died. She was 97.
Hoffman died Aug. 21 of natural causes at her home in Malibu, her son Chris told The Hollywood Reporter.
Hoffman stood out as Eleanor Roosevelt in the 1983 and 1988-89 Herman Wouk miniseries The Winds of War and War and Remembrance, directed by Dan Curtis and starring Robert Mitchum.
She also portrayed Meryl Streep’s mom in Curtis Hanson’s The River Wild (1994) and the elderly Ruth, the mother-in-law of Linda Hamilton’s character who lives in a cabin at the base of the volcano, in Roger Donaldson’s Dante’s Peak (1997).
Hoffman’s depressed Bea sets Sisters in motion when her four daughters reunite to care for her after she turns to alcohol to deal...
Hoffman died Aug. 21 of natural causes at her home in Malibu, her son Chris told The Hollywood Reporter.
Hoffman stood out as Eleanor Roosevelt in the 1983 and 1988-89 Herman Wouk miniseries The Winds of War and War and Remembrance, directed by Dan Curtis and starring Robert Mitchum.
She also portrayed Meryl Streep’s mom in Curtis Hanson’s The River Wild (1994) and the elderly Ruth, the mother-in-law of Linda Hamilton’s character who lives in a cabin at the base of the volcano, in Roger Donaldson’s Dante’s Peak (1997).
Hoffman’s depressed Bea sets Sisters in motion when her four daughters reunite to care for her after she turns to alcohol to deal...
- 10/23/2023
- by Mike Barnes
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
A high school student literally raises hell in 1981's Fear No Evil, the feature film debut from Frank Laloggia (Lady in White). Ahead of its September 24th Blu-ray release from Scream Factory, the full list of special features for Fear No Evil have been revealed, including two new interviews.
Below, we have the official press release with details on the Fear No Evil Blu-ray, and in case you missed it, read Scott Drebit's Drive-In Dust Offs column on the film.
Press Release: God has appointed three archangels to fight against Lucifer, who has assumed human features. Archangel Raphael, in the guise of Father Damon, kills Lucifer and ends his life in jail. But his sister, Archangel Mikhail, knows that one day the Devil will reappear. Eighteen years later, Lucifer returns, now in the form of Andrew, a brilliant but shy schoolboy at Alexandria High who becomes conscious of his devilish nature on his birthday.
Below, we have the official press release with details on the Fear No Evil Blu-ray, and in case you missed it, read Scott Drebit's Drive-In Dust Offs column on the film.
Press Release: God has appointed three archangels to fight against Lucifer, who has assumed human features. Archangel Raphael, in the guise of Father Damon, kills Lucifer and ends his life in jail. But his sister, Archangel Mikhail, knows that one day the Devil will reappear. Eighteen years later, Lucifer returns, now in the form of Andrew, a brilliant but shy schoolboy at Alexandria High who becomes conscious of his devilish nature on his birthday.
- 8/6/2019
- by Derek Anderson
- DailyDead
We're still getting over the shock that the Stargate franchise is returning with a brand new prequel series.
Now, the series is one step closer to reality, and we have the first official teaser that gives a whole lot of information away.
There's a whole lot of Young Catherine Langford who is played by Ellie Gall. The character was played wonderfully by Elizabeth Hoffman on Stargate Sg-1.
Stargate Origins will follow Catherine as she goes on a journey to find out what lies beyond Stargate with the aim of saving the world.
It will span ten episodes for Season 1, is produced by MGM's Digital Group and New Form.
The series will debut on new digital destination, Stargate Command which will offer both free and paid memberships.
With a membership, you can access the back catalogue of Stargate content, so it's a must for the show's biggest fans.
Have a...
Now, the series is one step closer to reality, and we have the first official teaser that gives a whole lot of information away.
There's a whole lot of Young Catherine Langford who is played by Ellie Gall. The character was played wonderfully by Elizabeth Hoffman on Stargate Sg-1.
Stargate Origins will follow Catherine as she goes on a journey to find out what lies beyond Stargate with the aim of saving the world.
It will span ten episodes for Season 1, is produced by MGM's Digital Group and New Form.
The series will debut on new digital destination, Stargate Command which will offer both free and paid memberships.
With a membership, you can access the back catalogue of Stargate content, so it's a must for the show's biggest fans.
Have a...
- 12/20/2017
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
Catherine Langford is taking charge in the first teaser trailer for the Stargate Origins digital series.
Debuting Thursday, Feb. 15 exclusively on the digital platform Stargate Command, the sci-fi prequel stars Australian actress Ellie Gall (Lifetime’s A Midsummer’s Nightmare) as a young version of the fan-favorite character (played on Sg-1 by Elizabeth Hoffman, pictured right). The story follows young Catherine as she embarks on an unexpected adventure to unlock the mystery of what lies beyond the Stargate in order to save Earth from unimaginable darkness. Stargate Atlantis cast member Connor Trinneer co-stars as Catherine’s father, Professor Langford.
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Debuting Thursday, Feb. 15 exclusively on the digital platform Stargate Command, the sci-fi prequel stars Australian actress Ellie Gall (Lifetime’s A Midsummer’s Nightmare) as a young version of the fan-favorite character (played on Sg-1 by Elizabeth Hoffman, pictured right). The story follows young Catherine as she embarks on an unexpected adventure to unlock the mystery of what lies beyond the Stargate in order to save Earth from unimaginable darkness. Stargate Atlantis cast member Connor Trinneer co-stars as Catherine’s father, Professor Langford.
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- 12/20/2017
- TVLine.com
A behind-the-scenes featurette was recently released for the upcoming new Stargate series Stargate: Origins. It gives us our first look at the series and also offers us our first look at actress Ellie Gall as the young version of the character Catherine Langford, which is who the series centers around. Judging from what I'm seeing here in this video, it looks like it could be a cool series!
The story "will follow a younger version of Catherine Langford (originally played by Elizabeth Hoffman) and explore a new chapter in her early history surrounding the portal. Catherine embarks on a new unexpected adventure to unlock the mystery of what lies beyond the Stargate in order to save the Earth from darkness."
The series is being directed by Mercedes Bryce Morgan and when talking about the first week of shooting she said:
“We had stunts and we had blood and we had emotional moments,...
The story "will follow a younger version of Catherine Langford (originally played by Elizabeth Hoffman) and explore a new chapter in her early history surrounding the portal. Catherine embarks on a new unexpected adventure to unlock the mystery of what lies beyond the Stargate in order to save the Earth from darkness."
The series is being directed by Mercedes Bryce Morgan and when talking about the first week of shooting she said:
“We had stunts and we had blood and we had emotional moments,...
- 10/30/2017
- by Joey Paur
- GeekTyrant
The upcoming Stargate revival series Stargate Origins has cast it's leading lady. Australian actress Ellie Gall (Lifetime's A Midsummer's Nightmare) has been cast in the role of a young version of the fan-favorite character Catherine Langford.
The new series, which will feature 10-minute episodes, will follow a younger version of Catherine Langford (originally played by Elizabeth Hoffman) and explore a new chapter in her early history surrounding the portal. Catherine embarks on a new unexpected adventure to unlock the mystery of what lies beyond the Stargate in order to save the Earth from darkness.
Gall joins the previously cast Connor Trinneer (Stargate Atlantis), who will play Catherine's father Professor Langford. The rest of the cast includes Salome Azizi, Philip Alexander, Michelle Jubilee Gonzalez, Daniel Rashid, Sarah Navratil, Shvan Aladdin, Tonatiuh Elizarraraz, Derek Chariton, Justin Michael Terry and Lincoln Werner Hoppe. There are no details on the majority of the...
The new series, which will feature 10-minute episodes, will follow a younger version of Catherine Langford (originally played by Elizabeth Hoffman) and explore a new chapter in her early history surrounding the portal. Catherine embarks on a new unexpected adventure to unlock the mystery of what lies beyond the Stargate in order to save the Earth from darkness.
Gall joins the previously cast Connor Trinneer (Stargate Atlantis), who will play Catherine's father Professor Langford. The rest of the cast includes Salome Azizi, Philip Alexander, Michelle Jubilee Gonzalez, Daniel Rashid, Sarah Navratil, Shvan Aladdin, Tonatiuh Elizarraraz, Derek Chariton, Justin Michael Terry and Lincoln Werner Hoppe. There are no details on the majority of the...
- 10/11/2017
- by Joey Paur
- GeekTyrant
Stargate Origins is going back in time, tapping Australian actress Ellie Gall (Lifetime’s A Midsummer’s Nightmare) to star in the digital series as a young version of fan favorite Catherine Langford.
The show — airing exclusively on the digital platform Stargate Command later this year — follows young Catherine (played on Sg-1 by Elizabeth Hoffman, pictured right) as she embarks on an unexpected adventure to unlock the mystery of what lies beyond the Stargate in order to save Earth from unimaginable darkness. Stargate Atlantis cast member Connor Trinneer will take on the role of Catherine’s father, Professor Langford.
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The show — airing exclusively on the digital platform Stargate Command later this year — follows young Catherine (played on Sg-1 by Elizabeth Hoffman, pictured right) as she embarks on an unexpected adventure to unlock the mystery of what lies beyond the Stargate in order to save Earth from unimaginable darkness. Stargate Atlantis cast member Connor Trinneer will take on the role of Catherine’s father, Professor Langford.
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- 10/11/2017
- TVLine.com
Rob Leane Jul 21, 2017
Stargate is making a comeback! Ten episodes of Stargate: Origins will arrive online this autumn...
Sound the revival klaxon! Stargate is the latest property to get a nostalgia-fuelled kick up the arse, with MGM going so far as to launch its own streaming service to house a new series.
Stargate Command will be the name of the streaming platform, and Stargate: Origins is the title of the show. Ten episodes of the latter will arrive on the former this autumn.
A report from Variety tells us that the show will focus on Catherine Langford, "daughter of archaeologist Paul Langford, who discovered the ancient, round Stargate". In the established canon, she was a young girl when the Stargate was first discovered.
In previous iterations of the franchise, Catherine has been played by Elizabeth Hoffman, Nancy McClure, Glynis Davies, Kelly Vint and Viveca Lindfors.
It's unclear who...
Stargate is making a comeback! Ten episodes of Stargate: Origins will arrive online this autumn...
Sound the revival klaxon! Stargate is the latest property to get a nostalgia-fuelled kick up the arse, with MGM going so far as to launch its own streaming service to house a new series.
Stargate Command will be the name of the streaming platform, and Stargate: Origins is the title of the show. Ten episodes of the latter will arrive on the former this autumn.
A report from Variety tells us that the show will focus on Catherine Langford, "daughter of archaeologist Paul Langford, who discovered the ancient, round Stargate". In the established canon, she was a young girl when the Stargate was first discovered.
In previous iterations of the franchise, Catherine has been played by Elizabeth Hoffman, Nancy McClure, Glynis Davies, Kelly Vint and Viveca Lindfors.
It's unclear who...
- 7/21/2017
- Den of Geek
“Stargate” is set to return as a 10-episode digital series, MGM announced on Thursday during a Comic-Con panel in San Diego. Titled “Stargate: Origins,” the 10-minute episodes will follow Catherine Langford (originally played by Elizabeth Hoffman) and explore a new chapter in her early history surrounding the portal. Young Catherine embarks on a new unexpected adventure to unlock the mystery of what lies beyond the Stargate in order to save the Earth from darkness. It will be available this fall. Also Read: Rihanna, Cara Delevingne Flaunt Futuristic Fashion at 'Valerian' World Premiere (Photos) The mid-form event series, produced by MGM’s Digital Group and.
- 7/21/2017
- by Debbie Emery
- The Wrap
At Comic-Con on Thursday evening, MGM announced a new “Stargate” TV series, one heading straight online.
“Stargate Origins,” a new 10-episode series continuing the story of Roland Emmerich’s 1994 film “Stargate,” is set to premiere on a brand-new dedicated platform. “Stargate Command” will serve as the exclusive streaming home for “Origins,” in addition to hosting content from previous series.
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All 10 episodes of “Origins” will be directed by Mercedes Bryce Morgan and will follow the adventures of young Catherine Langford, a character from both the film and TV versions of “Stargate.” MGM’s official statement explains that the new series “will explore a brand new chapter in Catherine Langford’s early history surrounding the extraordinary portal. Young Catherine embarks on an unexpected adventure to unlock the mystery of what lies beyond the Stargate in order to save Earth from unimaginable darkness.
“Stargate Origins,” a new 10-episode series continuing the story of Roland Emmerich’s 1994 film “Stargate,” is set to premiere on a brand-new dedicated platform. “Stargate Command” will serve as the exclusive streaming home for “Origins,” in addition to hosting content from previous series.
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All 10 episodes of “Origins” will be directed by Mercedes Bryce Morgan and will follow the adventures of young Catherine Langford, a character from both the film and TV versions of “Stargate.” MGM’s official statement explains that the new series “will explore a brand new chapter in Catherine Langford’s early history surrounding the extraordinary portal. Young Catherine embarks on an unexpected adventure to unlock the mystery of what lies beyond the Stargate in order to save Earth from unimaginable darkness.
- 7/21/2017
- by Steve Greene
- Indiewire
MGM will explore Stargate Origins, as a means of launching its dedicated digital platform and fan experience, called Stargate Command.
MGM’s first premium digital series will follow a young Catherine Langford (played on Sg-1 by Elizabeth Hoffman, pictured) as she embarks on an unexpected adventure to unlock the mystery of what lies beyond the Stargate in order to save Earth from unimaginable darkness. This 10-episode event series, produced by MGM’s Digital Group and entertainment studio New Form, will be directed by Mercedes Bryce Morgan and written by Mark Ilvedson and Justin Michael Terry.
Casting for the live-action series is underway,...
MGM’s first premium digital series will follow a young Catherine Langford (played on Sg-1 by Elizabeth Hoffman, pictured) as she embarks on an unexpected adventure to unlock the mystery of what lies beyond the Stargate in order to save Earth from unimaginable darkness. This 10-episode event series, produced by MGM’s Digital Group and entertainment studio New Form, will be directed by Mercedes Bryce Morgan and written by Mark Ilvedson and Justin Michael Terry.
Casting for the live-action series is underway,...
- 7/21/2017
- TVLine.com
As a first time filmmaker, it takes a lot of courage to not follow the trends. The early ‘80s were flooded with slashers, and for good reason; they were, for the most part, instant ATMs to the studios. Thank God then (or Satan, your florist, a masseuse, whatever floats your boat) for Frank Laloggia, a New Yorker in his mid-20s who decided to go epic out of the gate with Fear No Evil (1981), a parable on Good Versus Evil, capital letters, with a strong Catholic bent filtered through Carrie’s prom dress.
Filmed in 1979 with initial funding coming from Laloggia and the rest from Avco Embassy (who ended up releasing it), this January release found little love from critics (except for Variety) but did pick up the Saturn Award for Best Low Budget Film – and well earned, indeed. Fear No Evil boasts high production values, (more or less) solid performances,...
Filmed in 1979 with initial funding coming from Laloggia and the rest from Avco Embassy (who ended up releasing it), this January release found little love from critics (except for Variety) but did pick up the Saturn Award for Best Low Budget Film – and well earned, indeed. Fear No Evil boasts high production values, (more or less) solid performances,...
- 6/17/2017
- by Scott Drebit
- DailyDead
It’s the one aspect of humanity that binds the demographics; the one thing that’s on everyone’s mind, young or old. Whether you’ve come to terms with your mortality or not, Hollywood thrives off it and the simple fact that you just can’t look away.
Many films exist and across them countless characters shuffle off the mortal coil; some nobly while others pointlessly, some even to the audiences’ collective groan of derision (two words: Mace Windu). Regardless of their dramatic accomplishment, movie deaths present a director with an opportunity to invoke empathy at the most primal level – sure Hans Gruber (Alan Rickman) was an asshole throughout Die Hard but it’s hard not to acknowledge his humanity given his expression of mortal terror as he falls from the Nakatomi Plaza rooftop.
Done well, movie deaths make dramatic statements. They’ll kick-start a narrative or punctuate it with tragedy.
Many films exist and across them countless characters shuffle off the mortal coil; some nobly while others pointlessly, some even to the audiences’ collective groan of derision (two words: Mace Windu). Regardless of their dramatic accomplishment, movie deaths present a director with an opportunity to invoke empathy at the most primal level – sure Hans Gruber (Alan Rickman) was an asshole throughout Die Hard but it’s hard not to acknowledge his humanity given his expression of mortal terror as he falls from the Nakatomi Plaza rooftop.
Done well, movie deaths make dramatic statements. They’ll kick-start a narrative or punctuate it with tragedy.
- 9/25/2011
- by Stuart Bedford
- Obsessed with Film
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