Mary Stuart Masterson

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Characters played by Mary Stuart Masterson

Aunt Jane — Five Nights at Freddy's (2023)

Strict relative seeking custody of Abby due to Mike's instability.

Idgie Threadgoode — Fried Green Tomatoes (1991)

Idgie Threadgoode is a tomboy and the youngest member of the Threadgoode family. After losing Buddy Threadgoode, she forms a deep bond with Ruth, rescues Ruth from abuse, and co-founds the Whistle Stop Cafe. She protects Ruth and Big George during the investigation into the disappearance.

Dr. Helen Taussig — Something the Lord Made (2004)

A pediatric cardiologist at Johns Hopkins who identifies the urgent need for a surgical intervention for infants suffering from Blue Baby Syndrome. She directly challenges Dr. Blalock to develop a surgical solution that can effectively oxygenate the patients' blood, initiating the groundbreaking research partnership.

Terry — At Close Range (1986)

A 16-year-old girlfriend of Brad Jr. who encourages his criminal ambitions. She accompanies his mother to visit him in jail, prompting his shift toward cooperation. Her relationship with Jr. becomes a target for Brad Sr., who assaults her. She plans to escape to Montana with Jr. but is killed during an ambush.

Kim Eberhart — The Stepford Wives (1975)

Joanna and Walter's daughter.

Watts — Some Kind of Wonderful (1987)

Watts is Keith Nelson’s tomboy best friend and a drummer who initially dismisses his attraction to Amanda Jones. She develops romantic feelings for Keith, tries to make him jealous, helps with his elaborate date, and eventually leaves in tears before Keith recognizes that he loves her.

Lisa Walker — Bed of Roses (1996)

A business executive accustomed to solitude but deeply unhappy about it, struggling with childhood abandonment and a lack of parental love.

Juniper 'Joon' Pearl — Benny & Joon (1993)

Benny's mentally ill sister whose increasingly erratic behavior makes caregiving difficult. She falls in love with Sam, seeks independence, experiences a psychiatric crisis, and eventually moves into her own apartment.

Penny Henderson — Radioland Murders (1994)

Roger's estranged wife and initial assistant director. Following the deaths of Walt Jr. and Katzenback, she assumes the roles of stage manager and director. She collaborates with Roger and Billy to uncover the truth, receiving encrypted scripts via Billy. By the end, she and Roger reconcile their marriage and decide against divorce.

Danni — Heaven Help Us (1985)

A teenage girl who runs the soda fountain across from St. Basil's and cares for her mentally ill father. She develops a romance with Michael Dunn and is forcibly separated from him when social services removes her and her father.

Claire — Daniel Isn't Real (2019)

Claire is Luke's mother and a person coping with mental illness. After Daniel tricks young Luke into poisoning her with medication, Claire helps end their friendship by having Luke lock Daniel in the dollhouse. Years later, her suicide attempt and ongoing condition remain major sources of Luke's fear and responsibility.

Lily Dale — Lily Dale (1996)

Independent spiritualist and title character driving the narrative forward.

Career Overview

Mary Stuart Masterson has 63 screen credits in a career dating back to 1975. Their work spans 4 cinematic universes — most prominently Five Nights at Freddy's with 1 titles. Signature works include Five Nights at Freddy's, Fried Green Tomatoes, Bad Girls. 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
63
Birth Date
1966-06-28
Birth Place
Los Angeles, California, USA

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Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 4 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q233428), public domain (CC0).