Lois Smith

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Characters played by Lois Smith

Mrs. Glenn — The Nice Guys (2016)

Mrs. Glenn hires Holland March to investigate her niece, Misty Mountains, because she believes she saw Misty after her death. Her unusual claim begins March's investigation and eventually helps him realize that the apparent sighting came from a film projected onto a wall.

Margaret Conlon — Run All Night (2015)

Jimmy's wife, tries to maintain family stability amidst violence and dark past.

Dr. Iris Hineman — Minority Report (2002)

Dr. Hineman is a geneticist whose research contributed to the creation of Precrime. Anderton visits her while fleeing and learns from her that the precogs’ abilities resulted from prenatal brain damage. She also explains the existence of suppressed minority reports, giving Anderton a way to question the system’s certainty.

D-Fens' Mother — Falling Down (1993)

D-Fens' Mother is visited by Prendergast and Sandra during their investigation. She is surprised to learn that D-Fens has lost his job, providing the detectives with an important lead about his circumstances and helping them understand that he is heading toward his former family's home in Venice.

Aunt Meg — Twister (1996)

Jo's caring aunt who provides emotional support and a safe haven.

Mrs. Nelson, Mardukas's Friend — Midnight Run (1988)

Acquaintance of the fugitive providing minor context.

Helen — The Uninvited (2025)

Enigmatic figure claiming residence in the house, oscillating between lucidity and confusion. Her intimate knowledge of the property and guests uncovers hidden family truths.

Partita Dupea — Five Easy Pieces (1970)

Partita Dupea is Robert Eroica Dupea's sister and a classical pianist making a recording in Los Angeles. She tells Robert that their father has suffered two strokes and urges him to return home. At the estate, she gives their father a haircut and later receives a sensual massage from his nurse.

Brontë's Mother — Green Card (1990)

Brontë's mother who makes an unannounced visit to the apartment. Her arrival forces Georges to quickly improvise and pretend to be the building's handyman to avoid exposing the sham marriage.

Aunt Butch — Uncle Frank (2020)

Aunt Butch is Frank’s elderly aunt. During the family’s confrontation with Frank’s sexuality, she is unable to accept him because of her Christian beliefs. Her reaction represents the continuing prejudice within Frank’s family, even as other relatives eventually welcome both Frank and Wally.

Lois Blair — A Dog Year (2009)

A community member or neighbor who interacts with Jon during his adjustment to rural life, offering everyday social connection.

Sophia — How to Make an American Quilt (1995)

One of Hy’s friends who shares her story of youthful marriage and subsequent challenges. She reflects on the evolution of love over decades, illustrating how relationships adapt through life’s changing circumstances and the value of steadfast companionship.

Career Overview

Lois Smith has 115 screen credits in a career dating back to 1948. Their work spans 5 cinematic universes — most prominently Run All Night Collection with 1 titles. Signature works include The Nice Guys, Minority Report, Lady Bird. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

Known For
Acting
Gender
female
Known Credits
115
Birth Date
1930-11-03
Birth Place
Topeka, Kansas, USA

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Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 5 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q258246), public domain (CC0).