James MacDonald
Place of Birth
Oconomowoc, Wisconsin, USA
Also known as
James G. MacDonald, James McDonald
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 par...
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.
Filmography (26)
Single and Ready to Jingle
2022
Little Boy
2015
Montana Amazon
2013
Texas Chainsaw 3D
2013
Fissure
2011
The Kids Are All Right
2010
Home of the Brave
2006
Hollywood Homicide
2003
Phone Booth
2003
Hostage
2002
Joy Ride
2001
Tigerland
2000
Space Cowboys
2000
Perfect Murder, Perfect Town: JonBenét and the City of Boulder
2000
Sour Grapes
1998
Mercury Rising
1998
Volcano
1997
Turbulence
1997
The Fan
1996
Blackout
1996
The Birdcage
1996
Broken Arrow
1996
Eye of the Stalker
1995
Malcolm X
1992
NYPD Mounted
1991
Two Evil Eyes
1990