James MacDonald

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Biography

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.

Career Overview

James MacDonald has 54 screen credits in a career dating back to 1990. Their work spans 3 cinematic universes — most prominently Texas Chainsaw Massacre with 1 titles. Signature works include Fissure, Montana Amazon, Tigerland. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

Known For
Acting
Gender
male
Known Credits
54
Birth Place
Oconomowoc, Wisconsin, USA

Known For

Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 3 universes

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