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Jane Kaczmarek

Birth Place: Milwaukee, WI, USA

BIO

Kaczmarek is best known for her role in the television sitcom "Malcolm in the Middle". Her stage appearances include the New York and Los Angeles productions of Kindertransport, Caryl Churchill's Ice Cream With Hot Fudge at the New York Shakespeare Festival, Steve Martin's W.A.S.Pat New York Stage and Film and Raised in Captivity at South Coast Rep. She has appeared in the motion pictures Falling in Love and John Grisham's The Chamber, among others. The three-time Golden Globe and seven-time Emmy Award nominee's television credits include "Party of Five," "Picket Fences," "Equal Justice" and "Law & Order."

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STAGE CREDITS

[Williamstown, MA (Regional)]
Original Production at Williamstown Theatre Festival, 2017
Robyn

[Broadway]
1991
Bella [Replacement]

Movies

Uncommon Valor
[ 1983 ] Mrs. Wilkes
Falling in Love
[ 1984 ] Ann Raftis
Door to Door
[ 1984 ] Katharine Holloway
The Heavenly Kid
[ 1985 ] Emily Barnes
D.O.A.
[ 1988 ] Gail Cornell
Vice Versa
[ 1988 ] Robyn
All's Fair
[ 1989 ] Linda
The Chamber
[ 1996 ] Dr. Anne Biddows
Wildly Available
[ 1996 ] Rita Goodman
Pleasantville
[ 1998 ] David's Mom
Lost on Purpose
[ 2013 ] Ms. Liz
Wolves at the Door
[ 2016 ] Mary
CHIPS
[ 2017 ] Captain Jane Lindel
The Boat Builder
[ 2017 ] Katherine
6 Balloons
[ 2018 ] Gloria
Killing Eleanor
[ 2020 ] Martina Grillo

TV Shows

Captain Jake and the Never Land Pirates
Red Jessica
Cybill
Holly
Equal Justice
Linda Bauer
Felicity
Carol Anderson
Frasier
Maureen Cutler
Help Me Help You
Anne Hoffman
Malcolm in the Middle
Lois, Lois Wilkerson
Party of Five
Helene Thompson
Raising the Bar
Judge Trudy Kessler
The Middle
Sandy Armwood
The Paper Chase
Connie Lehman
The Simpsons
Judge Constance Harm
Us & Them
Pam
Whitney
Candi, Patti Morris
The Simpsons
[ 2001-2025 ] Judge Constance Harm (voice)

News

STAY to Make World Premiere at Edinburgh Fringe Gilded Balloon
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 15, 2026

Written and performed by US actor Sally Brooks, STAY follows a woman whose controlled life unravels after a small act of kindness pulls her into a grieving family's world. Directed by Pádraic Lillis at the Gilded Balloon.
THE HENRY CLYDE CANNING MURDER HOUSE to Play Durango PlayFest
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 5, 2026

Playwright Christian Missonak's psychological drama The Henry Clyde Canning Murder House will receive its world premiere at the 8th Annual Durango PlayFest, featuring a cast of stage and screen actors directed by Melissa Firlit.
THE GERMAN to Make World Premiere at Durango PlayFest
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 1, 2026

Two-time Tony nominee Lyle Kessler will premiere his historical drama THE GERMAN at the Durango PlayFest, featuring Victor Slezak, Kip Gilman, and Margaret Ladd, directed by Brendan Burke.
A DEAL PICKED JUST FOR YOU to Premiere at 2026 Durango PlayFest
by A.A. Cristi - May 27, 2026

Playwright John Farmanesh-Bocca will premiere and direct his absurdist comedy A DEAL PICKED JUST FOR YOU at the Durango PlayFest, featuring a cast that includes Wendie Malick, Marg Helgenberger, and Brenda Strong.
A DEAL PICKED JUST FOR YOU to Make World Premiere at Durango PlayFest
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 27, 2026

John Farmanesh-Bocca will premiere and direct his absurdist comedy A Deal Picked Just for You at the Durango PlayFest, featuring Wendie Malick, Marg Helgenberger, and Brenda Strong.
Photos: Alfred Molina, Denis O'Hare, & More Attend THE BOROUGHS World Premiere
by Josh Sharpe - May 21, 2026

Earlier this week, Netflix held the world premiere for The Boroughs, the new supernatural mystery series starring Drama Desk Award-winner Alfred Molina. Take a look at red carpet photos from the event now.
Video: Alfred Molina, Denis O'Hare & More Band Together in THE BOROUGHS Trailer
by Josh Sharpe - May 5, 2026

A new trailer has arrived for The Boroughs, Netflix's forthcoming supernatural series starring Drama Desk Award-winner Alfred Molina and Tony-winner Denis O'Hare. Watch the trailer now.
Video: Alfred Molina Investigates Mysterious Happenings in THE BOROUGHS Trailer
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 13, 2026

Alfred Molina finds himself in a strange new community in the first teaser trailer for The Boroughs, Netflix's forthcoming supernatural series. Check it out now.
Video: Frankie Muniz Returns in MALCOLM IN THE MIDDLE: LIFE'S STILL UNFAIR Trailer
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 12, 2026

Hulu has released the trailer for Malcolm in the Middle: Life’s Still Unfair, the revival of the hit series, which reunites Tony Award winner Bryan Cranston, Emmy Award nominee Jane Kaczmarek and more. Watch it now.
Photos: First Look at Alfred Molina, Denis O'Hare & More in THE BOROUGHS Netflix Series
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 25, 2026

Netflix has unveiled the first look at The Boroughs, a new supernatural series starring stage and screen stars Alfred Molina, Denis O'Hare, Alfre Woodard, and more. Check it out now.
Tom Wright Joins the Cast Of THERE ARE MONSTERS At 7th Annual Durango PlayFest
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 16, 2025

Actor Tom Wright, a veteran of stage, television and film, will star in the psychological thriller, There Are Monsters, at the 7th Annual Durango PlayFest. Learn more!
Jodi Long Joins the Cast Of BECKY AND HER LUNG TRANSPLANT At 7th Annual Durango PlayFest
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 16, 2025

Los Angeles-based actor Jodi Long has joined the cast of Becky and Her Lung Transplant, at the 7th Annual Durango PlayFest. See who else is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Ian August's D.Q.M. OR DRAG QUEEN MAGIC Will Premiere at 7th Annual Durango PlayFest
by Stephi Wild - Jun 13, 2025

Now in its seventh season, PlayFest has fast become a renowned incubator for well-known and emerging playwrights, actors, and directors to develop new works and test them before audiences.
BECKY AND HER LUNG TRANSPLANT to Premiere at 7th Annual Durango PlayFest
by Stephi Wild - Jun 13, 2025

Denver-based husband-and-wife writing team Lucy Wright and William Missouri Downs will premiere their dramedy, Becky and Her Lung Transplant, at the 7th Annual Durango PlayFest.
Andrea Aptecker Premieres THERE ARE MONSTERS at 7th Annual Durango PlayFest
by Stephi Wild - Jun 11, 2025

Playwright Andrea Aptecker will premiere her psychological thriller, There Are Monsters, at the 7th Annual Durango PlayFest this month. Learn more about the show here!
L.A. Theatre Works Launches Streaming Subscription Service
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 2, 2025

L.A. Theatre Works, the world’s foremost producer of audio theater, has launched a monthly subscription service offering global access plays in its catalog of classic, contemporary and original plays, with additional titles added every month.
Pasadena Playhouse Marks 100th Anniversary with Major Building Announcement
by Emmy Rice - Apr 6, 2025

The building was lost to bankruptcy in 1970 and held in private ownership for more than five decades. Check here for more information.
Plays From John Patrick Shanley, Kirsten Greenidge, and More Join PLAYING ON AIR New Season
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 26, 2024

Playing on Air is back, celebrating its current season launch with a collection of short plays featuring world premieres, plus an audio premieres, by some of the most exciting voices in theatre.
Playing on Air Launches New Collection of Short Plays
by Stephi Wild - Dec 20, 2024

Playing on Air is celebrating its relaunch with a collection of short plays featuring world premieres, audience favorites, and audio premieres by some of the most exciting voices in theatre today.
MALCOLM IN THE MIDDLE Returning with New Episodes on Disney+
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 13, 2024

Almost 25 years after its original debut, Disney Branded Television has announced the return of the beloved family comedy “Malcolm in the Middle” for a limited, four-episode run on Disney+ globally.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Jane Kaczmarek been in?

Jane Kaczmarek has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

How many West End shows has Jane Kaczmarek been in?

Jane Kaczmarek has not appeared in the West End.

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