Jenny O'Hara
ActingAbout Jenny O'Hara
Patricia Joanne "Jenny" O'Hara (born February 24, 1942) is an American film, television, and stage actress. She is best known for her roles as Nita on Big Love (2006–2009), Janet Heffernan on The King of Queens (2001–2007), Dixie on My Sister Sam (1986–1988), She has been married to actor Nicholas Ullett since 1986; they have 2 children.
Jenny O'Hara Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Jenny O'Hara reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Jenny O'Hara's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 36% of Jenny O'Hara's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Brinks: The Great Robbery, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Jenny O'Hara Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Jenny O'Hara's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Jenny O'Hara has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | We Are Gathered Here Today | Faye Stone | Average | Similar → |
| 2020 | Killing Eleanor | Eleanor Magnus | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Transparent: Musicale Finale | Bryna | Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | 30 Nights | Dorothy | Flop | Similar → |
| 2018 | Duck Butter | Nathalie | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | Pushing Dead | Dan's Mother (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | You Cast A Spell On Me | Great Grandmother | Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | As High as the Sky | Aunt Barbara (voice) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2012 | Sassy Pants | Grandma Pruitt | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | The Sacred | Ms. Jenson | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | Hit List | Phil's Mother | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | Devil | Jane Kowski | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | How to Make Love to a Woman | Mrs. Conners | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | Extract | Joel's Secretary | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | The Christmas Miracle of Jonathan Toomey | Mrs. Hickey | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | Two Weeks | Julia | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | Forty Shades of Blue | Celia | Flop | Similar → |
| 2003 | Yu Ming Is Ainm Dom | Extra | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Mystic River | Esther Harris | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Matchstick Men | Mrs. Schaffer | Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | Nancy Drew | Hannah Green | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | The Truth About Jane | Beth | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | If These Walls Could Talk 2 | Marge Carpenter | Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | The Color of Courage | Dorothy Renfrew | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | An Unexpected Life | Harriet Rothman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | Pumpkin Man | Mrs. Shadboldt | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Wishmaster | Wendy Derleth | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | An Unexpected Family | Harriet Rothman | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | A Case for Life | Judge Barnes | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | Terminal | Margaret Desmond | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | A Mother's Prayer | Val | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | Angie | Kathy | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | At Home with the Webbers | Mrs. Nelson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | Cast a Deadly Spell | Amber Peru | Average | Similar → |
| 1991 | Career Opportunities | Dotty Dodge | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | The Less Than Perfect Daughter | Irene Harmon | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | The Secret Life of Kathy McCormick | Lisa | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | Another Woman's Child | Peggy | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | Blinded by the Light | Rose | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | The Last Song | Deb Pierce | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | The Women's Room | Mrs. Martinelli | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | Heart Beat | Betty Bendix | Average | Similar → |
| 1980 | The Last Married Couple in America | Dancing Lady at First Party | Flop | Similar → |
| 1979 | Letters from Frank | Patty Miller | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | A Fire in the Sky | Ann Webster | Average | Similar → |
| 1977 | The Hunted Lady | Carol Arizzio | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | Good Against Evil | The Woman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1976 | The Return of the World's Greatest Detective | Dr. Joan Watson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | Brinks: The Great Robbery | Maggie Hefner | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | Rock-a-Die Baby | Shelley | Hit | Similar → |
Jenny O'Hara - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Jenny O'Hara?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jenny O'Hara is "Brinks: The Great Robbery" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Jenny O'Hara acted in?
Jenny O'Hara has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Jenny O'Hara?
Other notable films include "Another Woman's Child", "Pumpkin Man", and "The Return of the World's Greatest Detective".