Andie MacDowell
ActingAbout Andie MacDowell
Rosalie Anderson MacDowell (born April 21, 1958) is an American actress and former fashion model. MacDowell's known for her starring film roles in romantic comedies and dramas. Her early films include Greystoke: The Legend of Tarzan, Lord of the Apes (1984) and the Brat Pack vehicle film St. Elmo's Fire (1985). Her breakout role was in Sex, Lies, and Videotape (1989) which earned her the Independent Spirit Award for Best Female Lead and a nomination for a Golden Globe Award for Best Actress – Motion Picture Drama. She then starred in a series of films including Green Card (1990), Groundhog Day (1993), Short Cuts (1993), Four Weddings and a Funeral (1994), Michael (1996), Multiplicity (1996), and The Muse (1999). She is also known for her supporting film roles in Beauty Shop (2005), Footloose (2011), Magic Mike XXL (2015), Love After Love (2017), and Ready or Not (2019). MacDowell co-starred opposite her daughter Margaret Qualley in the Netflix miniseries Maid (2021), for which she was nominated for a Golden Globe Award. MacDowell has modeled for Calvin Klein and has been a spokeswoman for L'Oréal since 1986.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Andie MacDowell reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Andie MacDowell's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 38% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Andie MacDowell remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Wim Wenders, Desperado, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Andie MacDowell Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Andie MacDowell's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Andie MacDowell.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | A Sudden Case of Christmas | Rose | Average | Similar → |
| 2024 | Goodrich | Ann | Hit | Similar → |
| 2024 | Red Right Hand | Big Cat | Hit | Similar → |
| 2023 | The Other Zoey | Connie MacLaren | Hit | Similar → |
| 2023 | My Happy Ending | Julia | Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | Along for the Ride | Dr. Victoria West | Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | Attack of the Hollywood Clichés! | Self - Actress | Average | Similar → |
| 2021 | No Man's Land | Monica Greer | Average | Similar → |
| 2020 | Dashing in December | Deb Burwall | Average | Similar → |
| 2020 | Wim Wenders, Desperado | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Ready or Not | Becky Le Domas | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | One Red Nose Day and a Wedding | Carrie | Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | The Beach House | Lovie Rudland | Average | Similar → |
| 2018 | Love After Love | Suzanne | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | Christmas Inheritance | Debbie Collins | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | Only the Brave | Marvel Steinbrink | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | At Home in Mitford | Cynthia | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | Kevyn Aucoin Beauty & the Beast in Me | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Magic Mike XXL | Nancy Davidson | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | Final Cut: Ladies and Gentlemen | (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | Footloose | Vi Moore | Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | Monte Carlo | Pam | Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | Daydream Nation | Enid Goldberg | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | The Front | Monique Lamont | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | The 5th Quarter | Maryanne Abbate | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | Inconceivable | Charlotte 'Lottie' Louise Du Bose | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | Barnyard | Etta (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | Beauty Shop | Terri | Average | Similar → |
| 2002 | Crush | Kate Scales | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | Dinner with Friends | Karen | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | On the Edge | Lisa (segment "Reaching Normal") | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | Harrison's Flowers | Sarah Lloyd | Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | Muppets from Space | Shelley Snipes | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | Shadrach | Trixie | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | Just the Ticket | Linda Palinski | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | Michael | Dorothy Winters | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | Multiplicity | Laura Kinney | Average | Similar → |
| 1995 | The World of James Bond | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 1995 | Unstrung Heroes | Selma Lidz | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | Bad Girls | Eileen Spenser | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | Four Weddings and a Funeral | Carrie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Short Cuts | Ann Finnigan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Luck, Trust & Ketchup: Robert Altman in Carver Country | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | Groundhog Day | Rita Hanson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | The Player | Andie MacDowell | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Hudson Hawk | Anna Baragli | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | Green Card | Brontë Mitchell Faure | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | sex, lies, and videotape | Ann Bishop Mullany | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | St. Elmo's Fire | Dale Biberman | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | Greystoke: The Legend of Tarzan, Lord of the Apes | Miss Jane Porter | Average | Similar → |
Andie MacDowell - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Andie MacDowell?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Andie MacDowell is "Wim Wenders, Desperado" with a rating of 7.7/10.
How many movies has Andie MacDowell acted in?
Andie MacDowell has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Andie MacDowell?
Other notable films include "Groundhog Day", "Final Cut: Ladies and Gentlemen", and "Only the Brave".