Actor
Christopher McDonald
30 films on Movie OTT · Active 1980–2025
Christopher McDonald (born February 15, 1955) is an American actor. He is known for his roles in Happy Gilmore and 61. Other notable starring roles for McDonald in film include "T-Birds" member Goose McKenzie in Grease 2 (1982), Darryl Dickinson opposite his former fiancée Geena Davis in Thelma & Louise (1991), Ward Cleaver in the film adaptation Leave It to Beaver (1997), and Tappy Tibbons in Requiem for a Dream (2000). Along with numerous independent and small-budget film roles, he played supporting characters in box-office hits Grumpy Old Men (1993), Flubber (1997), Rumor Has It (2005), The House Bunny (2008) and About Last Night (2014). On television, McDonald was a series regular on network TV shows Walter & Emily (1991–1992, NBC), Good Advice (1993–1994, CBS), Family Law (1999–2002, CBS), Cracking Up (2004-2006, FOX) and Harry's Law, (2011–2012, NBC). In 2022, McDonald was nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Guest Actor in a Comedy Series for his role as casino CEO Marty Ghilain on the HBO Max show Hacks.
About Christopher McDonald
Christopher McDonald (born February 15, 1955) is an American actor. He is known for his roles in Happy Gilmore and 61. Other notable starring roles for McDonald in film include "T-Birds" member Goose McKenzie in Grease 2 (1982), Darryl Dickinson opposite his former fiancée Geena Davis in Thelma & Louise (1991), Ward Cleaver in the film adaptation Leave It to Beaver (1997), and Tappy Tibbons in Requiem for a Dream (2000).
Along with numerous independent and small-budget film roles, he played supporting characters in box-office hits Grumpy Old Men (1993), Flubber (1997), Rumor Has It (2005), The House Bunny (2008) and About Last Night (2014). On television, McDonald was a series regular on network TV shows Walter & Emily (1991–1992, NBC), Good Advice (1993–1994, CBS), Family Law (1999–2002, CBS), Cracking Up (2004-2006, FOX) and Harry's Law, (2011–2012, NBC). In 2022, McDonald was nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Guest Actor in a Comedy Series for his role as casino CEO Marty Ghilain on the HBO Max show Hacks.
Currently streaming
9 of 30 on platformsFilmography
The Last Rodeo
2025 · Cast
Abruptio
2024 · Police Chief Richter
Backtrace
2018 · Cast
Wetlands
2017 · Det. Paddy Sheehan
Don't Worry Baby
2016 · Harry Lang
Exposed
2016 · Lt. Galban
Zipper
2015 · Peter Kirkland
Not Fade Away
2012 · Jack Dietz
The Collection
2012 · Mr. Peters
Cat Run
2011 · Bill Krebb
Fanboys
2009 · Big Chuck
Superhero Movie
2008 · Lou Landers
Mad Money
2008 · Bryce Arbogast
The House Bunny
2008 · Dean Simmons
Player 5150
2008 · Tony
The Dukes of Hazzard: The Beginning
2007 · Boss Hogg
Awake
2007 · Cast
Kickin' It Old Skool
2007 · Marty Schumacher
61*
2001 · Mel Allen
The Skulls
2000 · Martin Lombard
Takedown
2000 · Mitch Gibson
SLC Punk
1998 · Cast
Dirty Work
1998 · Cast
Flubber
1997 · Wilson Croft
Happy Gilmore
1996 · Cast
Unforgettable
1996 · Stewart Gleick
Benefit of the Doubt
1993 · Dan
Thelma & Louise
1991 · Cast
Cool Blue
1990 · Cast
The Hearse
1980 · Cast
Frequently asked questions
When and where was Christopher McDonald born?
Christopher McDonald was born 1955-02-15 in New York City, New York, USA.
What films is Christopher McDonald known for?
Christopher McDonald has 30 titles indexed on Movie OTT, including The Last Rodeo, Abruptio, Backtrace.
Where can I watch Christopher McDonald's films?
9 of Christopher McDonald's films are currently streaming, available on Prime Video, ITVX, ITVX Premium, JioHotstar.
How long has Christopher McDonald been active?
Christopher McDonald's film career on Movie OTT spans from 1980 to 2025 — 45 years of work.
