James MacDonald
Acting
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.
Place of Birth: Oconomowoc, Wisconsin, USA
Known For
Filmography
as Naylin
as Greg Polansky
as Jimmy Mixon
as Ken Maples
as FBI Driving Instructor
as Officer Ballard
as Recruitment Sergeant
as Skip
as Agent Jacobson
as Heirik
as Officer Marvin
as ADC Adam Perry
as Lt. Reed
as Randolph Hale
as Interrogator
as Paul Grunning
as James Feeney
as Clay's Dad
as DEA Special Agent John Ness
as Benjamin Wade
as Detective Riley
as Sgt. Bigley
as Peter O'Dell
as Ray
as Willis Meeks
as Agent Bennett
as Det. Dennison
as 2nd Cop
as Captain Faul
as Admiral Norton Padgett
as Caleb McGinty
as Danny Broome
as Negotiator
as SWAT Team Commander
as Kevin
as Officer
as Local in Nebraska Bar
as Bob Jenkins
as Kenneth Ward
as John Ruark
as Staff Sgt. Thomas
as Capcom
as Det. Mark Beckner
as Rex Raskin
as Garth
as Detective Frehill
as SWAT Team Leader Francis
as Will Richmond
as Marshal Bovier
as Terry Jasper
as Detective Stein
as 1st Officer Ted Kary
as Mechanic
as Crewman (Uncredited)
as Eitner
as Park Ranger Baker
as Gerry
as Louis
as Walt Rockwell
as Gary McGregor
as Officer Gary McWayne
as Captain James Wainwright
as Lieutenant