Mary Ellen Trainor

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Characters played by Mary Ellen Trainor

Officer Reese (uncredited) — Back to the Future Part II (1989)

An uncredited law enforcement figure.

Gail Wallens — Die Hard (1988)

News anchor.

Diary Reading Patient — Freaky Friday (2003)

Individual sharing personal stories in medical or counseling settings

Mrs. Walsh — The Goonies (1985)

Mikey and Brand's caring mother who supports her family during the crisis.

Psychologist — Lethal Weapon (1987)

Mental health professional evaluating officers.

Dr. Stephanie Woods — Lethal Weapon 4 (1998)

Medical professional treating injured officers.

Brownstone Mother — Ghostbusters II (1989)

Resident dealing with supernatural disturbances.

Stephanie Woods — Lethal Weapon 3 (1992)

A police therapist involved in assessing Martin Riggs after his wife's death. She protests his dangerous and suicidal behavior, while Captain Murphy questions whether Riggs is genuinely unstable. Her involvement establishes the institutional concern surrounding Riggs before he becomes Murtaugh's partner.

Police Psychiatrist — Lethal Weapon 2 (1989)

Mental health professional for officers.

Elaine — Romancing the Stone (1984)

Joan's friend or acquaintance who provides context to her life in New York before the adventure.

Career Overview

Mary Ellen Trainor has 40 screen credits in a career dating back to 1982. Their work spans 7 cinematic universes — most prominently Lethal Weapon with 4 titles. Signature works include Death Becomes Her, Lethal Weapon 3, Romancing the Stone. 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
40
Birth Date
1952-07-08
Birth Place
Chicago, Illinois, USA

Known For

Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 7 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q442310), public domain (CC0).