Mare Winningham
ActingAbout Mare Winningham
Mary Megan "Mare" Winningham (born May 16, 1959) is an American actress and singer-songwriter. She is the recipient of two Primetime Emmy Awards and has been nominated for an Academy Award, two Golden Globe Awards and a Tony Award.
Mare Winningham Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Mare Winningham reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Mare Winningham's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 70% of Mare Winningham'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 Sexual Healing, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Mare Winningham Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Mare Winningham's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Mare Winningham has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Girl From the North Country | Elizabeth Laine | Hit | Similar → |
| 2024 | Rob Peace | Professor Durham | Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | All My Puny Sorrows | Lottie Von Riesen | Average | Similar → |
| 2020 | News of the World | Doris Boudlin | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Dark Waters | Darlene Kiger | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | O.G. | Janice | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | Geostorm | Dr. Jennings | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | Philomena | Mary Hess | Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Mirror Mirror | Baker Margaret | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | Brothers | Elsie Cahill | Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | Swing Vote | Larissa Johnson | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | War Eagle, Arkansas | Belle, Enoch's Mother | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | The Magic of Ordinary Days | Martha | Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | The Adventures of Ociee Nash | Aunt Mamie Nash | Average | Similar → |
| 2004 | Dandelion | Layla Mullich | Average | Similar → |
| 2002 | Tru Confessions | Ginny | Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | Sharing the Secret | Dr. Nina Moss | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | Sally Hemings: An American Scandal | Martha 'Patsy' Jefferson Randolph | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | Little Girl Fly Away | Cath | Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | Everything That Rises | Kyle Clay | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | George Wallace | Lurleen Wallace | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | The Boys Next Door | Sheila | Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Letter to My Killer | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Georgia | Georgia Flood | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | The War | Lois Simmons | Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | Wyatt Earp | Mattie Blaylock | Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | Betrayed by Love | Dana | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Sexual Healing | Marta | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Hard Promises | Dawn | Average | Similar → |
| 1991 | She Stood Alone | Prudence Crandall | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Fatal Exposure | Jamie Hurd | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Crossing to Freedom | Nicole Rougeron | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Turner & Hooch | Emily Carson | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | Miracle Mile | Julie Peters | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | God Bless the Child | Theresa Johnson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Eye on the Sparrow | Ethel Lee | Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Shy People | Candy | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | Made in Heaven | Brenda Carlucci | Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Who Is Julia? | Mary Frances Bodine | Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | A Winner Never Quits | Annie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Love Is Never Silent | Margaret Ryder | Average | Similar → |
| 1985 | St. Elmo's Fire | Wendy Beamish | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | Single Bars, Single Women | Bootsie | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | Helen Keller: The Miracle Continues | Helen Keller | Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Missing Children: A Mother's Story | Kate Bradshaw | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | A Few Days at Weasel Creek | Locksley Claitor | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | Freedom | Libby Bellow | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | Amber Waves | Marlene Burkhardt | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | The Death of Ocean View Park | Jenny Flowers | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | Special Olympics | Janice Gallitzin | Hit | Similar → |
Mare Winningham - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Mare Winningham?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Mare Winningham is "Sexual Healing" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Mare Winningham acted in?
Mare Winningham has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Mare Winningham?
Other notable films include "Single Bars, Single Women", "Amber Waves", and "War Eagle, Arkansas".