Actress Katherine Willis

New Deliverance Creek Preview

2014-08-08T19:44:00.001-05:00

Lifetime TV just released a new "Deliverance Creek" preview. Only 5 weeks to tune in!!

Watch a preview of @NicholasSparks' first original television event, #DeliveranceCreek premiering on September 13th https://t.co/8vnIzhr9NU
— Lifetime (@lifetimetv) August 8, 2014

Deliverance Creek Character Cards

2014-08-07T14:11:00.000-05:00

Nicholas Sparks has just released the first in a series of character cards for "Deliverance Creek":

Deliverance Creek on Nicholas Sparks' Facebook
Love. Revenge. Betrayal. You'll find it all in the upcoming Nicholas Sparks television event premiering September 13th on Lifetime! Check out this EXCLUSIVE first look at the characters from #DeliveranceCreek!

Stay tuned for more releases in the next six weeks leading up to the premiere by following the link below!

Deliverance Creek on Nicholas Sparks Facebook

Nicholas Sparks' DELIVERANCE CREEK airs September 13th on LIFETIME

2014-05-30T09:19:00.000-05:00

VIEW TRAILER: Deadline TV Nicholas Sparks' Deliverance Creek Trailer Released

From the article:

Nicholas Sparks' TV Drama Deliverance Creek To Air September 13th On Lifetime

Nicholas Sparks is best known for his celebrated novels, many of which have been adapted into feature films, but his upcoming endeavor doesn't involve a book, nor a feature film for that matter. Lifetime announced today that they've set the date for Deliverance Creek, a TV movie (and backdoor pilot) that will mark Sparks' TV debut as a producer. The period drama is described as a revenge story and will star Lauren Ambrose, with "special guest star" Skeet Ulrich.

Set to premiere September 13 at 8:00 p.m. ET/PT, Deliverance Creek is set two years into the Civil War and stars Lauren Ambrose as Belle Gatlin Barlowe, a woman looking to protect her family's land by any means necessary. " When the corrupt bank that runs their town pushes Belle into becoming an outlaw," the official description for the movie reads, "the stakes become personal, setting off a chain of events..."

Lifetime is referring to Deliverance Creek as a "two-hour programming event," while Deadline's report -- which includes a trailer that teases plenty of drama and more than a few guns fired -- refers to it as a backdoor pilot, which suggests that if the film does well when it airs this September, perhaps Lifetime will move forward with a series. That might explain why Lifetime's announcement stresses that Skeet Ulrich is a "special guest star," if he isn't intended to stick around beyond this movie, should Lifetime decide to move forward with Deliverance Creek as a series. Or maybe Ulrich's screen time is limited.

In addition to Ambrose, Deliverance Creek's cast also includes Wes Ramsey (CSI: Miami), Yaani King (Mad Men), Caitlin Custer (Teen Wolf), Christopher Backus (Elevator), Riley Smith (90210), Katherine Willis (Friday Night Lights) and Christopher Baker (Sanctum). Skeet Ulrich (Jericho, Scream), Barry Tubb (Revolution) and Joel Johnstone (The Newsroom) guest star.

Katherine Willis Interview with ATX Gossip

2014-02-12T14:41:00.000-06:00

My interviewed with ATX Gossip in their Actor Profiles series. Background on my acting experience, and tips for Austinites looking to get into the business!
www.atxgossip.com/2014/02/meet-austin-actor-katherine-willis.html

Katherine Willis Cast in Lifetime Nicholas Sparks' 'Deliverance Creek'

2013-11-27T11:41:00.000-06:00

Katherine Willis in the Civil War drama 'Deliverance Creek'

'Friday Night Lights' Alum Heads to Lifetime's 'Deliverance Creek'
(The Hollywood Reporter Exclusive)

http://thr.com/node/660595

Katherine Willis (Friday Night Lights) Red Carpet Intverview

2013-07-10T07:55:00.006-05:00

Katherine Willis ATX TV Festival Red Carpet

One interview from the ATX TV Festival. My television guilty pleasures? It has something to do with psychic mediums and drag queens-check it out!
Katherine Willis (Friday Night Lights) ATX TV Festival Interview

Photos from FNL at ATX Television Festival

2013-06-14T14:20:00.000-05:00

Friday Night Lights Cast at ATX Television Festival

I was blown away by the ATX Television Festival. There were so.many.fans. And I wasn't fully prepared for how emotional watching episodes and clips from the show would be. Being part of this show was a singular experience, one that I recognize more as time passes. Everyone at the festival was wonderful, including festival co-founders Caitlin McFarland and Emily Gipson. Can't wait to do it again next year!!

Katherine Willis at Friday Night Lights Outdoor Screening

2013-06-03T16:45:00.002-05:00

Friday Night Lights Outdoor Screening

ATX Television Festival, Hotel San Jose and Alamo Drafthouse's Rolling Roadshow are hosting an outdoor screening of episodes from season 1 of FNL. Cast, crew, and fans will come together on June 7th for good music, food, beer, and tailgating activities.

Bring your lawn chair, cooler, and Panther Pride to watch a fan favorite! Includes a Q & A with cast members!

Go to the Event Page to read more!

Deep in the Heart on DVD Today!

2013-05-07T20:53:00.001-05:00

Today "Deep in the Heart" is officially released to DVD. You can find it digitally on iTunes, Amazon.com, VUDU, Hulu, Xbox, Sony PlayStation, Google Play and on DVD at Walmart, Netflix, Blockbuster, and Family Video - pretty much, everywhere!

TXMPA Halloween Bash, Spiderwood Studios

2012-10-27T13:46:00.002-05:00

I'm thrilled to be co-hosting the Texas Motion Picture Alliance's Halloween Bash at Spiderwood Studios tonight. TXMPA seeks to create competitive incentives with legislature, thus increasing work in the entertainment industry in Texas. It's taking hours to get me costume-ready!

Deep in the Heart Article: Lake Travis View

2012-02-25T18:16:00.001-06:00

The Lake Travis View just interviewed me for a wonderful article about "Deep in the Heart". We shot a number of scenes for the movie in Lakeway, and a business, Lake Travis Thrift was one of our shooting locations. Great article!

Local Actors, Area Thrift Shop Sparkle in ‘Deep in the Heart’

Katherine Willis and Jon Gries, Dudley & Bob Morning Show, Fri Feb 17th

2012-02-16T18:00:00.000-06:00

Thrilled to announce that Jon Gries and I will be appearing on the Dudley & Bob Morning Show Friday, February 17th to promote "Deep in the Heart". Dale Dudley and Bob Fonesca have been Austin landmarks in radio for decades. I'm a fan of the show and really excited. Plus, I never know what Jon is going to say. You can listen to the broadcast online if you don't happen to live in Austin: http://www.klbjfm.com/dudleyandbob/

DEEP IN THE HEART Red Carpet at the Paramount Theater

2012-02-15T12:20:00.000-06:00

I'm honored to be asked to participate in tonight's red carpet premiere of "Deep in the Heart" at the Paramount Theater, in Austin. It was a uniquely wonderful shooting experience with a great group: from crew up to producers, and a true story of redemption and change. All to kick off the February 17th release in Cinemark theaters Texas-wide!

Katherine Willis on The Lying Game Tonight

2012-02-06T15:22:00.000-06:00

I'm thrilled to return to ABC Family's THE LYING GAME tonight. My chatacter, Nancy Rogers mourns the death of her son Derek while attending his funeral, then has a run in at the Police Station.

ABC Family's The Lying Game-New Role

2012-02-01T16:56:00.001-06:00

I had my first appearance on ABC Family's The Lying Game this week (episode 1.15, "Dead Man Walking"). I play Nancy Rogers, a mother from the wrong side of the tracks who's son, Derek is inexplicably murdered. I appear in next week's episode (episode 1.16, "Reservation for Two") and I filmed an episode this week that will air in February 27th (episode 1.19, "Weekend of Living Dangerously"). My story should continue onto the next season-fingers crossed that the show gets a green light! I'm really enjoying working on the show. The cast is great and most of the crew are from Friday Night Lights, so it feels like family every time I walk on set. Such. good. people. Feeling thankful. :-)

Austin Film Festival Screening Schedule

2011-10-20T11:58:00.000-05:00

Catch DEEP IN THE HEART at AUSTIN FILM FESTIVAL:

Sunday, October 23, 7:30pm—Rollins Theatre
701 West Riverside Dr.

Monday, October 24, 7:00pm—Regal Arbor
9828 Great Hills Trail

DEEP IN THE HEART was named one of 5 must see films of Austin Film Festival:
http://tinyurl.com/aff-dith

Deep in the Heart at Austin Film Festival

2011-09-20T17:42:00.000-05:00

Jon Gries and Katherine Willis in "Deep in the Heart"

Today Austin Film Festival announced their lineup. "Deep in The Heart" has its official premiere at the festival this October! I can't wait to see it!

Book of Babylon photo: Commander Ross

2011-03-05T08:29:00.000-06:00

The incomparable Arik Renee Avila, creator of the sci-fi thriller "Book of Babylon" just posted this image from my last day of filming as FBI Commander Jillian Ross. This is the first movie in a series by Arik, who is a mad genius. I'm REALLY looking forward to seeing this!

Last Day, DEEP IN THE HEART

2011-02-09T13:24:00.001-06:00

Chistopher Cain, Katherine Willis and Jon Gries

Last week was a picture wrap on "Deep in the Heart". Everyone was so generous and kind - I LOVED working on this film with these people. Jon snapped with photo while hanging between a camera set-up. Hollywood Reporter's write-up on the project:

http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/val-kilmer-reunites-real-genius-94776

Deep in the Heart, Betty, 1971

2011-01-28T08:38:00.000-06:00

Make-up: Randy Westgate, Wig/Hair: Catherine Conrad

My character, Betty in DEEP IN THE HEART, 1971, age 41. Next week I'll be playing the same character in 1964-I'm hoping to channel a little Anne Margret hair. :)

Deep in the Heart Day 1 - 63 yrs old

2011-01-18T10:29:00.000-06:00

First day on DEEP IN THE HEART yesterday. Character age: 63. I'll go from 34-63 during the course of filming. GREAT crew, GREAT cast, feeling blessed.

The Sinner Teaser - TURN IT UP LOUD and SAVE YOUR SOUL

2010-12-18T10:23:00.000-06:00

The Sinner teaser trailer posted this week with a great response. We're so excited about this project! Share with your friends and "Like" us on Facebook:

http:///www.facebook.com/sinnermovie

http://www.youtube.com/user/thesinnermovie

More The Sinner Photos

2010-12-02T08:32:00.001-06:00

Photos just posted from my last day of filming on The Sinner. The trailer is almost complete and will be online SOON!!

http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#!/album.php?aid=30819&id=108762362497005

The Sinner on Facebook

The Sinner Official Site

Sweet Reprieve

2010-11-21T16:56:00.000-06:00

I was just looking through some old video and found this of my little brother milking one of our cows on the farm. My childhood in Missouri was such a sweet, simple time:

Hamming on The Sinner

2010-11-14T12:47:00.002-06:00

Last official day of filming for Agents VALENTINE and BLACK on The Sinner. Emily and me hamming in between takes. I'm a lucky girl - working on a movie with my best friends.