5 Vernee Watson movies and TV shows that deserve a spot on your watchlist

Vernee Watson has made her name in the acting industry through the intensity and depth she brings to each and every one of her characters. Her talent also resulted in her winning the Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Guest Performer in a Drama Series twice.

With her lead roles and guest appearances, fans have loved watching Vernee Watson on big screens. If you're also a fan of hers, here are her five movies and TV shows that deserve a spot on your watchlist.

Disclaimer: The following list is based on the writer's personal opinions. Reader discretion is advised.

Top 5 Vernee Watson movies and shows you need to see

1) General Hospital (1963-present)

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In the drama, General Hospital, Vernee Watson plays the role of Stella Henry. Henry is a nurse and also Curtis Ashford's aunt, who enters the show during Ashford's birthday in Port Charles. This recurring character gained her place in the series in no time because of Vernee's acting.

She's shown as someone who is willing to bend rules and is not afraid to get what she wants, be it threatening others or even committing fraud on the subject of insurance for her own benefit. However, she was soon caught and taken by the police after the fraud was discovered. She also has a history of health issues, including a stroke.

Overall, her character is fierce and is willing to do whatever it is without thinking of the risks that come with it, which makes her character quite layered in the show.

2) The Young and the Restless (1973-present)

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In the TV series, Vernee Watson played the role of Birdie. Though her role was short, it soon grew on the audience. The famous soap revolves around the lives of people in a town called Genoa City and their families, friends, and the problems that come along in life. Birdie first appeared in 1999, and her character stayed in the show for a couple of years, coming on screen from time to time.

While she wasn't a main character, Birdie still brought fun and interesting moments to the show. The show is a great watch for people who like series that come with twists and surprises revolving around families, friendships, and clashes.

3) Clemency (2019)

Directed by Chinonye Chukwu, the movie features Alfre Woodard, Richard Schiff, and Aldis Hodge in the lead roles. The story revolves around a prison warden named Bernadine Williams, who has to make difficult decisions about people in prison as a part of her duty. The movie also shows her own struggle with her own sadness and feeling of being worn out.

In the drama movie, Vernee Watson plays the role of Mrs. Collins, the mother of Anthony Woods, who is facing execution on death row. While her role is short, it's still pivotal to the overall story, showing how families suffer because of the crime. Though the story is fictional, it is based on real experiences.

4) Shrinking (2023-present)

Created by Bill Lawrence, Jason Segel, and Brett Goldstein, Shrinking follows Jimmy as he copes with the loss of his wife while raising his kids. To make things a little easier, he decides to be completely honest with everyone in his life.

Vernee Watson played the role of Phyllis, the mother of one of the main characters, Gaby, played by Jessica Williams. While her character is not a part of season 1, she often shows up in season 2, where she seems to want to be near her daughter, Gaby.

The series is available on Apple TV.

5) Home by Spring (2018)

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Directed by Dwight H. Little, the movie features Vernee Watson in the role of Mrs. Wilson. The movie is about a woman who goes home to plan a spring event. The romance movies revolve around her and her ex-lover, and the forming bond between the two.

While Vernee's role is short, it is shown as admirable and sweet with the main character, Loretta. For viewers who want to watch a feel-good movie, this can be a good watch, reflecting on how ambitious and hard-working Loretta can be and how the ex-lovers develop feelings for each other.