Mackenzie Astin

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Characters played by Mackenzie Astin

Andy Moffett — The Facts of Life (1979)

Boarding school student navigating adolescence and friendships.

Francis O'Rourke — Wyatt Earp (1994)

Wyatt's brother, travels to Tombstone to join his family and pursue opportunities.

Jimmy — The Last Days of Disco (1998)

An advertising executive who uses the disco to entertain clients and dates Charlotte. His impending move to Barcelona triggers an emotional hospital confrontation with Charlotte, revealing unresolved romantic tensions between them.

Will Stoneman — Iron Will (1994)

Will Stoneman is a determined seventeen-year-old from South Dakota who enters a dangerous international sled-dog race after Jack Stoneman dies and the family farm falls into debt. Guided by Ned Dodd, he endures illness, sabotage from Borg Guillarson, and exhaustion to finish the race, earning respect from Harry Kingsley, J.W. Harper, and even Angus McTeague.

Dodger — The Garbage Pail Kids Movie (1987)

A park employee and Manzini's assistant. Initially bullied by Juice, he is saved by the Garbage Pail Kids. Develops a crush on Tangerine, collaborates with the kids to source clothing for her fashion show, and ultimately defeats Juice to save the kids.

The Male — The Mating Habits of the Earthbound Human (1999)

Billy, a shy young man who meets Jenny Smith at a nightclub. He fears being trapped in a relationship, uses barrier devices during intimacy, and initially accuses Jenny of manipulation when she becomes pregnant. He later stops her from seeking an abortion, confesses his love, and marries her, celebrating the birth of their child.

T.J. Nelson — I Dream of Jeannie... Fifteen Years Later (1985)

T.J. is the teenage son of Jeannie and Tony Nelson. When he discovers his mother imprisoned in a bottle, he tries to free her and learns that he inherited her genie powers. His ability to blink the stopper open helps Jeannie escape, and he later supports her decision to save Tony and the shuttle crew.

Andy Moffett — The Facts of Life Down Under (1987)

Andy travels to Australia with Beverly Ann and the others. At his request, Beverly Ann takes him to Roger's sheep ranch, where Roger shows him the ropes of sheep farming. Andy's visit also brings Beverly Ann and Roger together again, as their old romance slowly begins to rekindle during their stay.

Dominic — Safe Room (2022)

Dominic is one of the intruders involved in the break-in that Ian witnesses and records. He joins Rocco in pursuing Lila and Ian, seeking to retrieve the video evidence of the crime and silence them. His actions make him a direct threat to the mother and son as they struggle to stay safe.

David Shrader — Dream for an Insomniac (1996)

A writer who takes a job at the cafe. He has blue eyes, triggers the film's switch to color, and serves as Frankie's romantic lead while attempting to cure her insomnia.

Jonathan Daniels — Selma, Lord, Selma (1999)

Jonathan is an Episcopal clergyman who comes to Selma to assist Dr. King and the voting-rights movement. He stays at Rachel’s house, encourages Sheyann’s father to join the cause, and organizes the march to Montgomery after Jimmie Lee’s death. He helps Sheyann get home after Bloody Sunday, is arrested while recruiting marchers, and is later killed by a gas-station clerk.

Eric — Elf-Man (2012)

Eric is the inventor working on the TX-180, a tiny chip that can generate enough electricity to power an entire house. He activates it successfully, discusses its renewable-energy potential with Stu Grady, prepares for Gramma's visit, and shares his childhood elf doll with Ryan and Kasey.

Career Overview

Mackenzie Astin has 85 screen credits in a career dating back to 1979. Their work spans 4 cinematic universes — most prominently Love Comes Softly Collection with 1 titles. Signature works include The Facts of Life, Iron Will, The Mating Habits of the Earthbound Human. 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
85
Birth Date
1973-05-12 00:00:00
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 (Q2575752), public domain (CC0).