Polly Draper
In a business that burns through people quickly, Polly Draper is a long-distance runner who has spent far more time working than being talked about. Drama has been the most frequent territory. Measured end to end, the working life on screen runs about 40 years. 'Side Effects' is the most-watched work of the career, as Eileen Spicer. Viewers may also know her from 'Demolition'.
Polly Draper
26 Movies · 15 Series
In a business that burns through people quickly, Polly Draper is a long-distance runner who has spent far more time working than being talked about. Drama has been the most frequent territory. Measured end to end, the working life on screen runs about 40 years. 'Side Effects' is the most-watched work of the career, as Eileen Spicer. Viewers may also know her from 'Demolition'.
Movies
Plays Margot Eastwood
Demolition
2016
Plays Mom
Oh, Hi!
2025
Plays Jeff's Mother
Seven Minutes in Heaven
1986
Plays Eileen Spicer
Side Effects
2013
Plays Paula
Second Best
2004
Plays Natalie Clemente
Dinner Rush
2000
Plays Debbie
Shiva Baby
2021
Plays Ellen
Our Idiot Brother
2011
Plays Pat, Jack's Colleague
The Pick-up Artist
1987
Plays Kate Easton
Gold Diggers: The Secret of Bear Mountain
1995
Plays Milly / Marlene (segments "Sailing Lesson" and "Late Lunch")
Love Is Love Is Love
2021
Plays Olivia Smith
A Million to Juan
1994
Plays Nancy
Obvious Child
2014
Plays Marilyn
18 Shades of Dust
1999
Plays Suzy Duncan
Making Mr. Right
1987
Director
Plays Sally
Stella's Last Weekend
2018
Plays Gail Duffy
Little Brother
2025
Plays Sylvia Bornstein
Addiction: A 60's Love Story
2015
Writer
Plays Laura
The Tic Code
1998
Plays Mom
Jane Wants a Boyfriend
2015
Plays Donna Evans
Always Say Goodbye
1997
Director
Plays Polly Draper
The Naked Brothers Band: The Movie
2005
Plays Dr. Weiss
A Perfect Fit
2005
Plays Evelyn Hayes
Schemes
1994
TV Shows
Plays Ellyn Warren
thirtysomething
1987
Plays Fran Nicoletti
The Company You Keep
2023
Plays Nora Clark
Golden Boy
2013
Plays Diana
Hacks
2021
Plays Madeline Winston
Tell Me a Story
2018
Plays Davina Atwood
First Kill
2022
Plays Lorainne Joy
The Good Wife
2009
Plays Sen. Marcia Vandeveer
Billions
2016
Plays Aunt Katherine
FOREVER
2025
Plays Meryl Dimetrio
The Guardian
2001
Plays Rita Bronwyn
Monk
2002
Plays Christine Wilkes
Law & Order: Criminal Intent
2001
Plays Jennifer
The Hitchhiker
1983
Plays Ruby
The Mysteries of Laura
2014
Plays Dr. Monica Gordon
The Larry Sanders Show
1992
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Little Brother
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Polly Draper and where are they from?
Polly Draper is 71 years old, born on June 15, 1955 in Gary, Indiana, USA.
What are the most famous roles of Polly Draper?
Polly Draper is best known for roles in Side Effects, Demolition, Our Idiot Brother.
How many movies has Polly Draper been in?
Over a 40-year career (since 1986), Polly Draper has appeared in 26 movies and 15 TV shows.
What was Polly Draper's first movie?
The career of Polly Draper began with Seven Minutes in Heaven (1986).
What is Polly Draper's most recent movie or series?
Polly Draper's most recent release is Little Brother, which premiered on October 22, 2025.
What TV shows has Polly Draper appeared in?
On television, Polly Draper has appeared in Monk, Billions, The Good Wife, Hacks.
Polly Draper
1955-06-15 · Gary, Indiana, USA
Polly Carey Draper (born June 15, 1955) is an American actress, writer, producer, and director. She has received several awards, including a Writers Guild of America Award (WGA), and is noted for speaking in a "trademark throaty voice." She is best known for her starring role as Ellyn Warren on ABC's drama Thirtysomething (1987–91), her directing debut is The Naked Brothers Band: The Movie, as well as the Nickelodeon musical comedy series The Naked Brothers Band (2007–09).