James MacDonald
Biography
James G. MacDonald is an American actor and director known for his extensive work in film, television, and theater spanning over 35 years. He notably portrayed Captain James Wainwright in the Star Trek: Deep Space Nine episode "Little Green Men." MacDonald has appeared alongside many high-profile actors and worked with acclaimed directors across diverse genres including comedy, drama, thriller, horror, and science fiction. His versatile roles range from a naive young captain in Star Trek to parts in films like Volcano and Tigerland. He has also received awards for his work in theater and filmmaking. Beyond acting, MacDonald writes and directs, and he is active in teaching writing and acting workshops to incarcerated and formerly incarcerated individuals. His career is marked by both character-driven performances and creative contributions behind the scenes.
James G. MacDonald is an American actor and director known for his extensive work in film, television, and theater spanning over 35 years. He notably portrayed Captain James Wainwright in the Star Trek: Deep Space Nine episode "Little Green Men." MacDonald has appeared alongside many high-profile actors and worked with acclaimed directors across diverse genres including comedy, drama, thriller, horror, and science fiction.
His versatile roles range from a naive young captain in Star Trek to parts in films like Volcano and Tigerland. He has also received awards for his work in theater and filmmaking. Beyond acting, MacDonald writes and directs, and he is active in teaching writing and acting workshops to incarcerated and formerly incarcerated individuals. His career is marked by both character-driven performances and creative contributions behind the scenes.
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Filmography
Little Boy
2015
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as Recruitment Sergeant
Texas Chainsaw 3D
2013
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as Officer Marvin
The Kids Are All Right
2010
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as Clay's Dad
Home of the Brave
2006
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as Ray
Hollywood Homicide
2003
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as Danny Broome
Phone Booth
2003
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as Negotiator
Joy Ride
2001
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as Local in Nebraska Bar
Tigerland
2000
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as Staff Sgt. Thomas
Space Cowboys
2000
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as Capcom
Perfect Murder, Perfect Town: JonBenét and the City of Boulder
2000
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as Det. Mark Beckner
Mercury Rising
1998
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as SWAT Team Leader Francis
Volcano
1997
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as Terry Jasper
Turbulence
1997
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as 1st Officer Ted Kary
The Fan
1996
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as Sick Sean's Dad
The Birdcage
1996
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as Crewman (Uncredited)
Broken Arrow
1996
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as Park Ranger Baker
Malcolm X
1992
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as Lieutenant