James MacDonald

Biography

James G. MacDonald is an American actor and director known for his extensive work in film, television, and theater spanning over 35 years. He notably portrayed Captain James Wainwright in the Star Trek: Deep Space Nine episode "Little Green Men." MacDonald has appeared alongside many high-profile actors and worked with acclaimed directors across diverse genres including comedy, drama, thriller, horror, and science fiction.

His versatile roles range from a naive young captain in Star Trek to parts in films like Volcano and Tigerland. He has also received awards for his work in theater and filmmaking. Beyond acting, MacDonald writes and directs, and he is active in teaching writing and acting workshops to incarcerated and formerly incarcerated individuals. His career is marked by both character-driven performances and creative contributions behind the scenes.

Known For

The Rookie 2018 ★ 8.5
Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. 2013 ★ 7.5
Chicago Fire 2012 ★ 8.4
Scandal 2012 ★ 7.2
Longmire 2012 ★ 7.7
Castle 2009 ★ 8.0
NCIS: Los Angeles 2009 ★ 7.5
Lie to Me 2009 ★ 7.9
The Mentalist 2008 ★ 8.4
The Unit 2006 ★ 7.3
Criminal Minds 2005 ★ 8.3
Weeds 2005 ★ 7.5
NCIS 2003 ★ 7.6
CSI: Miami 2002 ★ 7.7
Without a Trace 2002 ★ 7.2
24 2001 ★ 7.8
The Division 2001 ★ 7.1
CSI: Crime Scene Investigation 2000 ★ 7.6
Sex and the City 1998 ★ 7.4
Buffy the Vampire Slayer 1997 ★ 8.1
JAG 1995 ★ 7.3
ER 1994 ★ 7.8
Touched by an Angel 1994 ★ 7.2
Star Trek: Deep Space Nine 1993 ★ 7.9