Mary McCormack
Acting
Biography
Mary Catherine McCormack is an American actress. She has had leading roles as Justine Appleton on the series Murder One (1995–1997), as Deputy National Security Adviser Kate Harper on The West Wing (2004–2006), as Deputy U.S. Marshal Mary Shannon on In Plain Sight (2008–2012), and as Peggy on the comedy series The Kids Are Alright (2018–2019).
Born: February 8, 1969
Place of Birth: Plainfield, New Jersey, USA
Known For
The West Wing
The West Wing provides a glimpse into presidential politics in the nation's capital as it tells the stories of the members of a fictional presidential administration. These interesting characters have humor and dedication that touches the heart while the politics that they discuss touch on everyday life.
The Newsroom
A behind-the-scenes look at the people who make a nightly cable-news program. Focusing on a network anchor, his new executive producer, the newsroom staff and their boss, the series tracks their quixotic mission to do the news well in the face of corporate and commercial obstacles-not to mention their own personal entanglements.
ER
ER explores the inner workings of an urban teaching hospital and the critical issues faced by the dedicated physicians and staff of its overburdened emergency room.
An American Girl Story: Maryellen 1955 - Extraordinary Christmas
It's Christmas, 1955 in Daytona Beach, FL, and middle child Maryellen longs to stand out amidst the hustle and bustle of her big family. When Benji, a family friend afflicted with polio comes to stay with them, Maryellen is intent on making the holiday special. After her plans for a big celebration fall through, she discovers the best gifts are often simple, meaningful gestures of friendship.
Murder One
Theodore 'Teddy' Hoffman is a highly-regarded defense attorney in a prestigious Los Angeles law firm. Having successfully defended the wealthy but suspicious Richard Cross in a much-publicised murder trial, he is now involved in the defense of Neil Avedon, a famous young actor who has been suffering from severe drug and alcohol problems - and has been charged with the murder for which Cross was acquitted.
The L Word: Generation Q
In this sequel to The L Word, we continue to follow the intermingled lives of Bette Porter, Alice Pieszecki and Shane McCutcheon, along with a new generation of diverse, self-possessed LGBTQIA+ characters experiencing love, heartbreak, sex, setbacks and success in L.A.
Law & Order: Criminal Intent
The third installment of the “Law & Order” franchise takes viewers deep into the minds of its criminals while following the intense psychological approaches the Major Case Squad uses to solve its crimes.
Getting to Know You
A chance encounter alters a teenage girl's perception of herself and her outlook on life.
Will & Grace
That’s right, honey! A decade after their unforgettable eight-season run, comedy’s most fabulous foursome is back.
Heels
In a close-knit Georgia community, a family-owned wrestling promotion finds two brothers and rivals war over their late father’s legacy. In the ring, somebody must play the good guy and somebody must play their nemesis, the heel. But in the real world, those characters can be hard to live up to (and just as hard to leave behind).
Filmography
as Mother
as Willie Day
as Debra Clarke
as Anne Finley
as Lilith
as Peggy Cleary
as Self
as Mary McCormack
as Chloe Daniels
as Janet
as Ellen
as Casey
as Rebecca
as Sarah Schwab
as Kathy DeSantis
as Self - Panelist
as Self - Panelist
as Self
as Amanda
as Herself
as Abigail Liukin
as Ms. Richards (voice)
as Caroline Yoder
as Leann
as Molly Levy
as Ellen
as Lisa Elliot
as Denna Altshuler
as Self - Guest
as Self
as Mary Shannon
as Lilly Enslin
as Pilgrim Woman
as Lexi
as Bonnie McCormick
as Carole McKay
as Maggie Morris
as Self
as Grace Finney
as Linda
as Margaret
as Rachel Powell
as Mary Shannon
as Frances
as Phoebe
as Gloria Nesstra
as Anna
as Monique
as Donna Biebe
as Kate Harper
as Self - Guest
as Michelle Ziegler
as Agent Becka Anslinger
as Leila Lee
as Sally
as New Year's Eve Wife (uncredited)
as Andrea Baker
as Justine Appleton
as Virginia Farrell (uncredited)
as Alison Stern
as Moira
as Justine Appleton
as Beth Eckhart
as Sarah Jackson
as Myrna Foy
as Debbie
as Rickie the Bartender
as Self - Nominee