He was great in Rise of the Planet of the Apes
http://mrandmrsatthemovies.wordpress.com/2014/07/07/revisiting-rise-of -the-planet-of-the-apes/
Here's my review of Rise of the Planet of the Apes. This was my favorite film of 2011. Lithgow's character was great in the story and really gave the film some emotional backing. I can't wait for 'Dawn' this weekend.
Check it out and let me know what you think!