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James MacDonald
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.
As actor
Single and Ready to Jingle
Little Boy
Texas Chainsaw 3D
Montana Amazon
Fissure
The Kids Are All Right
Home of the Brave
Phone Booth
Hollywood Homicide
Hostage
Joy Ride
Tigerland
Space Cowboys
Perfect Murder, Perfect Town: JonBenét and the City of Boulder
Mercury Rising
Sour Grapes
Volcano
Turbulence
Blackout
The Birdcage
Broken Arrow
The Fan
Eye of the Stalker
Malcolm X
NYPD Mounted
Two Evil Eyes