Frances Conroy

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Characters played by Frances Conroy

Penny Fleck — Joker (2019)

Arthur's mother, suffers from mental illness and delusions of wealth.

Ann Putnam — The Crucible (1996)

Ann Putnam is the mother of Ruth Putnam and joins Thomas Putnam in seeking help when Ruth collapses after conjuring in the woods. The couple calls Reverend Hale to investigate the suspected possession. Through Ruth's accusation of Rebecca Nurse, the Putnams become connected to the expanding witchcraft proceedings.

Ophelia — Catwoman (2004)

An eccentric researcher and owner of the cat Midnight. She explains to Patience that Egyptian Mau cats are messengers of the goddess Bast, helping her understand the origin of her new feline abilities and her rebirth as Catwoman.

Auntie Em / Glinda (voice) — Tom and Jerry: Back to Oz (2016)

Dual role portraying Dorothy's aunt and the benevolent Good Witch of the North in Oz.

Dr. Moss — The Wicker Man (2006)

Island physician who provides medical insights and local lore.

The Director — Nimona (2023)

Leader of the Institute for Elite Knights who secretly frames Ballister and murders Queen Valerin to maintain strict traditionalism. She manipulates the knights, lies about Nimona's identity to incite paranoia, and orders a massive cannon attack. Her confession is recorded and broadcast, leading to her death at the hands of Nimona's phoenix form.

Auntie Em / Glinda (voice) — Tom and Jerry & The Wizard of Oz (2011)

Kansas aunt and benevolent Good Witch, provides magical guidance.

Mrs. Bernburg — 6 Souls (2010)

A staff member or caregiver at the psychiatric facility who assists in the daily management and treatment of patients, including the complex case of the host patient.

Dora — Broken Flowers (2005)

A former sixties flower child turned conservative suburban realtor. She is married to Ron, and their polite but tense household visit highlights underlying marital strain, with Ron appearing threatening and Dora visibly pained and nervous.

Antoinette (voice) — The Tale of Despereaux (2008)

Antoinette is Despereaux's mother and a member of the Tilling family. Like Lester, she participates in turning Despereaux over to the mouse council after he speaks with Princess Pea, seeking to avoid blame for his violation of mouse law. Her fear contrasts with Despereaux's unusual courage.

Bootsie Carp — Die, Mommie, Die! (2003)

Bootsie is the snoopy maid living in Sol and Angela’s house, and she is infatuated with Sol. She joins the family’s suspicions about Angela, but her death is part of the hidden scheme surrounding Sol’s disappearance, as Sol later admits he killed her to protect his staged death.

Madylyn — Stone (2010)

Madylyn is Jack's wife. In the opening flashback, she tries to leave him but stays after Jack threatens their daughter. Decades later, she remains in the marriage, attends church with Jack, interprets their house fire as divine punishment, and is the mother of Candace.

Career Overview

Frances Conroy has 87 screen credits in a career dating back to 1971. Their work spans 3 cinematic universes — most prominently Tom and Jerry in Oz Collection with 2 titles. Signature works include Six Feet Under, Joker, Nimona. 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
87
Birth Date
1953-03-15
Birth Place
Monroe, Georgia, USA

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Universe traveler — spans 3 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q233882), public domain (CC0).