Jane Kaczmarek
Known for
Whatever else has changed around her, Jane Kaczmarek has remained a working actress recognizable to viewers well beyond any single title. Careers that pass the 44-year mark are a small club. If one title has to stand in for the rest, it is 'The Simpsons'. 'Malcolm in the Middle' is the other credit most often cited. Drama has been the most frequent territory.
Jane Kaczmarek
24 Movies
37 Series
Whatever else has changed around her, Jane Kaczmarek has remained a working actress recognizable to viewers well beyond any single title. Careers that pass the 44-year mark are a small club. If one title has to stand in for the rest, it is 'The Simpsons'. 'Malcolm in the Middle' is the other credit most often cited. Drama has been the most frequent territory.
Movies
Plays Mary
Wolves at the Door
2016
Plays David's Mom
Pleasantville
1998
Plays Captain Jane Lindel
CHiPs
2017
Plays Robyn
Vice Versa
1988
Plays Dr. Anne Biddows
The Chamber
1996
Plays Mrs. Wilkes
Uncommon Valor
1983
Plays Ann Raftis
Falling in Love
1984
Plays Emily
The Heavenly Kid
1985
Plays Rita Goodman
Wildly Available
1996
Plays Gail Cornell
D.O.A.
1988
Plays Gail Archer
Spooner
1989
Plays Gloria
6 Balloons
2018
Plays Jan Armstrong
Apollo 11: First Steps on the Moon
1996
Plays Dr. Paula Bolet
The Three Kings
1987
Plays Joanna Brady
The Last Leaf
1983
Plays Katherine
The Boat Builder
2015
Plays Martina Grillo
Killing Eleanor
2020
Plays Ms. Liz
Lost on Purpose
2013
Plays Linda
All's Fair
1989
TV Shows
Plays Lois
Malcolm in the Middle
2000
Plays Linda Bauer
Equal Justice
1990
Plays Judge Trudy Kessler
Raising the Bar
2008
Plays Anne Hoffman
Help Me Help You
2006
Plays Constance Harm (voice)
The Simpsons
1989
Plays Pam
Us & Them
2014
Plays Gwen Crawford
Playing House
2014
Plays Karen Fisher
Big Wave Dave's
1993
Plays Holly
Cybill
1995
Plays Nina Stern
I'll Take Manhattan
1987
Plays Cal
The Changeling
2023
Plays Lois
Malcolm in the Middle: Life's Still Unfair
2026
Plays Sandy Burns
St. Elsewhere
1982
Plays Helene Thompson
Party of Five
1994
Plays Maureen Cutler
Frasier
1993
Plays Pamela Boyd
The Practice
1997
Plays Candi
Whitney
2011
Plays Dr. Linda Moore
Big Time in Hollywood, Fl
2015
Plays Red Jessica (voice)
Jake and the Never Land Pirates
2011
Plays Sandy Armwood
The Middle
2009
Plays Karen Gershon-Woo
L.A. Law
1986
Plays Barbara Troy Dannon
Remington Steele
1982
Plays Julie Floyd
Crazy like a Fox
1984
Plays Beth
Wilfred
2011
Plays Dr. Gallow
The Big Bang Theory
2007
Plays Coach Jackie (voice)
Penn Zero: Part-Time Hero
2014
Plays Janet Rudman
Law & Order
1990
Plays Mrs. Philips
This Is Us
2016
Plays Brenda
Ruth & Erica
2012
Plays Eleanor
mixed-ish
2019
Latest Trailers
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Killing Eleanor
Full Filmography
The Boroughs
Lilly · 1 episode
2026–
TV
Malcolm in the Middle: Life's Still Unfair
Lois · 4 episodes
2026–
TV
And Now I Lay Me Down
Celia Dalvi
2024
Film
The Changeling
Cal · 4 episodes
2023–
TV
2 Timers
Diva
2021
Film
Killing Eleanor
Martina Grillo
2020
Film
Carol's Second Act
Phyllis · 1 episode
2019–
TV
mixed-ish
Eleanor · 1 episode
2019–
TV
6 Balloons
Gloria
2018
Film
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Jane Kaczmarek and where are they from?
Jane Kaczmarek is 70 years old, born on December 21, 1955 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA.
What are the most famous roles of Jane Kaczmarek?
Jane Kaczmarek is best known for roles in Pleasantville, CHiPs, Falling in Love.
How many movies has Jane Kaczmarek been in?
Over a 44-year career (since 1982), Jane Kaczmarek has appeared in 24 movies and 36 TV shows.
What was Jane Kaczmarek's first movie?
The career of Jane Kaczmarek began with For Lovers Only (1982).
What is Jane Kaczmarek's most recent movie or series?
Jane Kaczmarek's most recent release is The Boroughs, which premiered on May 21, 2026.
What TV shows has Jane Kaczmarek appeared in?
On television, Jane Kaczmarek has appeared in The Big Bang Theory, The Simpsons, Malcolm in the Middle, Law & Order: Special Victims Unit.
Jane Kaczmarek
1955-12-21 · Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA
Jane Frances Kaczmarek (born December 21, 1955) is a Slavic-American businesswoman, entrepreneur and actress. She is best known for playing the character of Lois on the television series Malcolm in the Middle. Kaczmarek is a three-time Golden Globe and seven-time Emmy Award nominee. She lives in San Marino, California.