Mary McDonnell
American actress
- Age
- 74years old
- Born
- 28 April 1952Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania
- Nationality
USA - Star sign
- Taurus
- Years active
- 1990–2023
Known for
About Mary McDonnell
Mary McDonnell is an American actress. They were born on 28 April 1952 in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. Their career spans 13 titles, among them Scream 4 (2011), Donnie Darko (2001) and Independence Day (1996).
Their career in figures
The earliest credit MovieNCo has for Mary McDonnell is Dances with Wolves (1990); in all, 7 films and 6 TV shows over 33 years. Their title most voted by MovieNCo readers is Scream 4 (2011), with 87 votes. Their busiest decade is the 2010s, with 4 titles. The person they have worked with most is Marley Shelton, on 2 films, among them Scream 4 and Grand Canyon.
Latest work
Full filmography (13)- 2023
The Fall of the House of Usher TV
Madeline Usher, 8 episodes
- 2021
Rebel TV
Helen Peterson, 7 episodes
- 2014–2024
Fargo TV
Ruby Goldfarb, 4 episodes
- 2012–2018
Major Crimes TV
Sharon Raydor, 105 episodes
- 2011
- 2011
- 2005–2012
The Closer TV
Sharon Raydor, 27 episodes
- 2004–2009
Battlestar Galactica TV
Presidenta Laura Roslin, 74 episodes
Where to watch Mary McDonnell
Their films and TV shows you can watch now in the UK, and where.
- 2011
- 2001
- 1996
- 2011
Availability checked on 9 November 2026.
The best Mary McDonnell films
By MovieNCo readers' ratings.
- Dances with Wolves 1990
- Donnie Darko 2001
- Independence Day 1996
- Scream 4 2011
- Margin Call 2011
Family and relationships
- Spouses
- Randle Mell 1984–present
Awards
All their awardsA count of the awards MovieNCo covers: Academy Awards (Oscars) (1932–2026).
- Academy Awards (Oscars) 2 nominations
Has worked with
Mary McDonnell photos
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Questions about Mary McDonnell
How old is Mary McDonnell?
Mary McDonnell is 74 years old: born on 28 April 1952 in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania.
Who is Mary McDonnell's partner?
Mary McDonnell has been married to Randle Mell since 1984.
What are the best Mary McDonnell films?
By MovieNCo readers' ratings, the best Mary McDonnell films are Dances with Wolves (1990, 8.2), Donnie Darko (2001, 7.7) and Independence Day (1996, 7.4).
How many films and TV shows has Mary McDonnell been in?
MovieNCo lists 7 films and 6 TV shows for Mary McDonnell, from Dances with Wolves (1990) to The Fall of the House of Usher (2023).
How many awards has Mary McDonnell won?
Mary McDonnell has 2 nominations and no wins yet. By award: Academy Awards (Oscars), 2 nominations. A count of the awards MovieNCo covers.
What is Mary McDonnell's star sign?
Mary McDonnell is a Taurus: born on 28 April.