Laura San Giacomo - Actor Profile

Laura San Giacomo

Acting
Updated: May 09, 2026
31Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Nov 14, 1962
Birth Place: Hoboken, New Jersey, USA

About Laura San Giacomo

Laura San Giacomo (born November 14, 1962) is an American actress. She played Cynthia in the film Sex, Lies, and Videotape (1989) for which she won the Independent Spirit Award for Best Supporting Female, Kit De Luca in the film Pretty Woman (1990), Crazy Cora in the film Quigley Down Under (1990), Nadine Cross in The Stand (1994), and Maya Gallo on the sitcom Just Shoot Me! (1997–2003). A BAFTA and two-time Golden Globe Award nominee, she played the regular role of Rhetta Rodriguez on the drama Saving Grace (2007–2010), and the recurring role of Dr. Grace Confalone on the drama NCIS (2016–2022).

Known For: ActingIndustry Veteran

Laura San Giacomo Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Laura San Giacomo reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 31 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Laura San Giacomo's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 32% of Laura San Giacomo'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 The Good, The Bad, and the Beautiful, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Laura San Giacomo Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Laura San Giacomo's career based on audience ratings.

★10.0
The Good, The Bad, and the Beautiful (1996) movie poster
★10.0

The Good, The Bad, and the Beautiful: A documentary reflecting on women in film and the entertainment industry through the ages led and hosted by some of its

The Good, The Bad, and the Beautiful

1996•Documentary
★9.0
A House on a Hill (2003) movie poster
★9.0

A House on a Hill: A once-successful architect (Philip Baker Hall) has become a grumpy loner, but a young couple plead with him to come out

A House on a Hill

2003
★7.4
Pretty Woman (1990) movie poster
★7.4

Pretty Woman: Vivian is a carefree, streetwise diamond in the rough when she meets sophisticated billionaire Edward in a chance encoun

Pretty Woman

1990•Romance
★7.0
Honey Boy (2019) movie poster
★7.0

Honey Boy: The story of a child star attempting to mend his relationship with his law-breaking, alcohol-abusing father over the cou

Honey Boy

2019•Drama
★6.9
sex, lies, and videotape (1989) movie poster
★6.9

sex, lies, and videotape: Ann, a frustrated wife, enters into counseling due to a troubled marriage. Unbeknownst to her, her husband John has begu

sex, lies, and videotape

1989•Drama

Full Filmography

Every movie Laura San Giacomo has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2025 SEGAL Self Flop Similar →
2021 Violet Janice Hit Similar →
2019 Honey Boy Dr. Moreno Hit Similar →
2018 Something in the Air: Making "sex, lies, and videotape" Self Flop Similar →
2016 The Meddler TV Mom Average Similar →
2012 Least Among Saints Jolene Flop Similar →
2012 TalhotBlond Carol Montgomery Average Similar →
2011 Few Options Bus Ticket Agent Average Similar →
2006 Checking Out Flo Appelbaum Hit Similar →
2005 Havoc Joanna Lang Flop Similar →
2003 A House on a Hill Gaby Super Hit Similar →
2003 The Electric Piper Mrs. Robinson (voice) Flop Similar →
2001 Jenifer Jenifer Estess Average Similar →
2001 Sister Mary Explains It All Angela DiMarco Flop Similar →
1998 With Friends Like These Joanne Hersh Hit Similar →
1997 Suicide Kings Lydia Hit Similar →
1997 The Apocalypse Goad Flop Similar →
1997 Sunset Boulevard - 27 Meilen Amerika Self (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1997 Eat Your Heart Out Jacqueline Fosburg Flop Similar →
1996 The Good, The Bad, and the Beautiful Narrator / Spirit of the Movies Super Hit Similar →
1996 The Right to Remain Silent Nicole Savita Average Similar →
1995 Stuart Saves His Family Julia Flop Similar →
1995 Nina Takes a Lover Nina Average Similar →
1993 For Their Own Good Jo Mandell Average Similar →
1992 Where the Day Takes You The Interviewer Average Similar →
1991 Under Suspicion Angeline Average Similar →
1991 Once Around Jan Bella Average Similar →
1990 Quigley Down Under Crazy Cora Hit Similar →
1990 Vital Signs Lauren Rose Flop Similar →
1990 Pretty Woman Kit De Luca Hit Similar →
1989 sex, lies, and videotape Cynthia Bishop Hit Similar →

Laura San Giacomo - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Laura San Giacomo?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Laura San Giacomo is "The Good, The Bad, and the Beautiful" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Laura San Giacomo acted in?

Laura San Giacomo has been featured in at least 31 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Laura San Giacomo?

Other notable films include "A House on a Hill", "Pretty Woman", and "Honey Boy".

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