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Jane Kaczmarek, actor
Actor

Jane Kaczmarek: Movies & Box Office

films
25
on screen
1983–2021
box office
$41.4M
average score
67
Born
December 21, 1955 (age 70)
Birthplace
Milwaukee, Wisconsin, U.S.
Full name
Jane Frances Kaczmarek
Citizenship
American
Occupations
Actress
Years active
1983-present
Spouses
Bradley Whitford
Children
3
Biggest hits

The Best Jane Kaczmarek Movies

The films of Jane Kaczmarek that made the most at the worldwide box office, biggest first: Vice Versa (1988) leads with $13.7M. The full ranking adds the most awarded films and the newest releases.

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Career at a glance

Jane Kaczmarek's Career in Numbers

Jane Kaczmarek's films in numbers — as an actor, not counting appearances as themselves: when they were made, the genres Jane Kaczmarek works in most and the milestones along the way. The filmography runs from Right of Way (1983) to Killing Eleanor (2021), and the 1980s were the busiest decade.

Jane Kaczmarek Movies by Decade

  1. 1980s 14
  2. 1990s 2
  3. 2000s 1
  4. 2010s 6
  5. 2020s 1

The 1980s were Jane Kaczmarek's busiest decade, with 14 films.

Jane Kaczmarek Movies by Genre

  • Drama 11
  • Tv movie 5
  • Fantasy 3
  • Comedy 2
  • Horror 1
  • Adventure 1
  • Mystery 1

Drama is the genre Jane Kaczmarek has worked in most, with 11 films, ahead of tv movie (5).

Jane Kaczmarek Career Milestones

First film
Right of Way 1983
Biggest box office hit
Vice Versa $13.7M worldwide
Best-rated film
6 Balloons Movie Echo Score 67
Newest film
Killing Eleanor 2021
25 credits

Jane Kaczmarek Filmography: Every Movie

Every film Jane Kaczmarek is credited on, newest first, with the role, the box office and the Movie Echo Score. Rated films average a score of 67. Re-order the list to see the best-rated films or the biggest hits first.

Biography

Who Is Jane Kaczmarek?

Jane Kaczmarek was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, U.S. in 1955 and is 70 years old. Credited on films since 1983, as an actor. The background, training and the roles that shaped the career.

Jane Frances Kaczmarek, born December 21, 1955, is a renowned American actress popularly recognized for her portrayal of Lois on the Fox sitcom Malcolm in the Middle (2000–2006). This role heightened her career, earning her three Golden Globe nominations and seven Primetime Emmy nominations. Besides her performance in Malcolm in the Middle, Jane has added several other impressive feats to her acting portfolio. These include appearances in series like Equal Justice (1990–1991), Raising the Bar (2008–2009), and films like Falling in Love (1984), The Heavenly Kid (1985), and 6 Balloons (2018). She is also celebrated for her recurring roles in fan-favorite series like Cybill and Frasier.

Born and raised in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Jane has continuously been active in the acting scene from 1983 until the present. Her roles in various TV shows have been greatly admired, and she has played significant roles in a large number of television series. An inspiring figure, Jane holds an MFA from Yale University and a BA from the University of Wisconsin, Madison. She made an impressive start on the big screens with impactful outings in series like St. Elsewhere and The Paper Chase. She demonstrated her versatility in acting, interpreting different characters in a skilled and convincing style.

FAQ

Jane Kaczmarek: Questions & Answers

How many movies Jane Kaczmarek has made, the biggest hit, the best-rated film, the award record and more, answered from the filmography above.

How many movies has Jane Kaczmarek been in?

Jane Kaczmarek is credited on 25 films, from 1983 to 2021. The filmography on this page lists every one of them, newest first, with the role and the Movie Echo Score.

What is Jane Kaczmarek's highest-grossing movie?

Vice Versa (1988) is Jane Kaczmarek's biggest box office hit, with $13.7M worldwide, ahead of D.O.A. (1988) ($12.7M). Across every film with box office figures, Jane Kaczmarek's movies have made $41.4M.

Jane Kaczmarek's biggest hits

What is the best Jane Kaczmarek movie?

By the Movie Echo Score, which blends critic reviews, audience ratings and lasting impact, Jane Kaczmarek's best-rated film is 6 Balloons (2018) with a score of 67.

Best Jane Kaczmarek movies, ranked

How old is Jane Kaczmarek?

Jane Kaczmarek is 70 years old, born on December 21, 1955 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, U.S..

What is Jane Kaczmarek's newest movie?

The most recent film on Jane Kaczmarek's filmography is Killing Eleanor (2021), in the role of Martina Grillo.

Who does Jane Kaczmarek work with most often?

Jane Kaczmarek shares the most films with M. Emmet Walsh (2 films), Chris Mulkey (2 films) and Camryn Manheim (2 films).

The Best Jane Kaczmarek Movies, Ranked

Top rated, most awarded and biggest box office hits from 25 credits.

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