
James MacDonald
Known for department: Acting
Place of birth: Oconomowoc, Wisconsin, USA
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.
Known for

Phone Booth
2003Negotiator
Volcano
1997Terry Jasper
Tigerland
2000Staff Sgt. Thomas
Joy Ride
2001Local in Nebraska Bar
Space Cowboys
2000Capcom
Hollywood Homicide
2003Danny Broome
Mercury Rising
1998SWAT Team Leader Francis
Turbulence
19971st Officer Ted Kary
Home of the Brave
2006Ray
Hostage
2002SWAT Team Commander
Texas Chainsaw 3D
2013Officer Marvin
Fissure
2011Paul Grunning
Perfect Murder, Perfect Town: JonBenét and the City of Boulder
2000Det. Mark Beckner
Single and Ready to Jingle
2022Greg Polansky
Malcolm X
1992Lieutenant
The Kids Are All Right
2010Clay's Dad
Eye of the Stalker
1995Gerry
Two Evil Eyes
1990
Little Boy
2015Recruitment Sergeant