Acting
James MacDonald
EN, DE, IT cinema · 28 credits
Birthplace
Oconomowoc, Wisconsin, USA
Also known as James G. MacDonald · James McDonald · James Gordon 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.
Known for
Filmography
Single and Ready to Jingle
as Greg Polansky
Little Boy
as Recruitment Sergeant
Texas Chainsaw 3D
as Officer Marvin
Montana Amazon
as Heirik
Fissure
as Paul Grunning
The Kids Are All Right
as Clay's Dad
Phone Booth
as Negotiator
Hollywood Homicide
as Danny Broome
Hostage
as SWAT Team Commander
Joy Ride
as Local in Nebraska Bar
Tigerland
as Staff Sgt. Thomas
Space Cowboys
as Capcom
Perfect Murder, Perfect Town: JonBenét and the City of Boulder
as Det. Mark Beckner
Mercury Rising
as SWAT Team Leader Francis
Sour Grapes
as Detective Frehill
Volcano
as Terry Jasper
Turbulence
as 1st Officer Ted Kary
Vanishing Point
as Asst. FBI Agent
Blackout
as Mechanic
The Birdcage
as Crewman (Uncredited)
Broken Arrow
as Park Ranger Baker
The Fan
as Sick Sean's Dad
Eye of the Stalker
as Gerry
Malcolm X
as Lieutenant
