TV Shows - Melinda Dillon
Sorted by online popularity, based on the Engagement Score on July 03, 2025. Melinda Dillon has appeared in 1 television series with data.
#63Law & Order: Special Victims Unitas Jenny Rogers • 1 episode • #63 most popular showLaw & Order: Special Victims Unit is a crime television series that follows a dedicated team of detectives in the Special Victims Unit of the New York City Police Department. Each episode focuses on a different criminal case involving sexually based offenses, including rape, child molestation, and domestic violence. The show combines elements of police procedural and legal drama, as the detectives investigate crimes and work closely with Assistant District Attorneys to bring the perpetrators to justice. Law & Order: Special Victims Unit has gained a reputation for tackling sensitive and controversial topics with a realistic approach.
Movies - Melinda Dillon
Sorted by online popularity. Melinda Dillon has appeared in 14 movies with data.
#226Magnoliaas Rose Gator • #226 most popular movieMagnolia is a 1999 American epic drama film that follows an ensemble cast of interrelated characters navigating their paths to happiness, forgiveness, and meaning in the San Fernando Valley.
#668Close Encounters of the Third Kindas Jillian Guiler • #668 most popular movieClose Encounters of the Third Kind is a 1977 American science fiction drama film directed by Steven Spielberg, following the story of an electricity linesman who becomes obsessed with a mysterious encounter in the wilderness.
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#2,540Reign Over Meas Ginger Timpleman • #2,540 most popular movieReign Over Me is a 2007 American buddy drama film that revolves around the story of a man who lost his family in the September 11 attacks and his reconnection with his old college roommate, which becomes a crucial part of his journey to recovery.
#2,574Slap Shotas Suzanne Hanrahan • #2,574 most popular movieSlap Shot is a 1977 American sports comedy film that follows a struggling minor-league ice hockey team as they employ violent tactics to attract fans. The team's management recruits the hard-hitting Hanson Brothers to enforce aggressive play on the ice.
#2,925The Muppet Movieas Woman with Balloon • #2,925 most popular movieThe Muppet Movie is a 1979 musical road comedy film that follows Kermit the Frog's journey to Hollywood, meeting his future Muppet companions along the way while evading a persistent restaurateur.
#3,053A Christmas Storyas Mrs. Parker • #3,053 most popular movieA Christmas Story is a beloved Christmas comedy film telling the tale of a young boy named Ralph's attempts to persuade his family and Santa to gift him a Red Ryder B.B. gun during the 1940s.
#3,085The Prince of Tidesas Savannah Wingo • #3,085 most popular movie
#4,073Absence of Maliceas Teresa Perrone • #4,073 most popular movieAbsence of Malice is a 1981 American drama neo-noir thriller film revolving around reporter Megan Carter who unwittingly publishes a false story about suspected racketeer Michael Gallagher. The film explores the consequences of revealing inaccurate information to the public.
#4,188Harry and the Hendersonsas Nancy Henderson • #4,188 most popular movieHarry and the Hendersons is a heartwarming 1987 American fantasy comedy film about a family's unexpected encounter with a friendly Bigfoot.
#5,098How to Make an American Quiltas Mrs. Darling • #5,098 most popular movieHow to Make an American Quilt is a 1995 American drama film about a graduate student dealing with relationship troubles, seeking solace with her grandmother and great aunt who are part of a quilting group.
#7,764Staying Togetheras Eileen McDermott • #7,764 most popular movieStaying Together is a 1989 American comedy-drama film about three brothers navigating family dynamics after their father sells their family-owned restaurant without consulting them.
#8,098Entertaining Angels: The Dorothy Day Storyas Sister Aloysius • #8,098 most popular movieEntertaining Angels: The Dorothy Day Story is a 1996 independent film depicting the life of Dorothy Day, a journalist turned social activist and co-founder of The Catholic Worker.
#8,376Songwriteras Honey Carder • #8,376 most popular movieSongwriter is a 1984 American satirical comedy-drama film directed by Alan Rudolph, loosely based on Willie Nelson's life and legend.
Melinda Dillon Biography
Melinda Ruth Dillon (October 13, 1939 – January 9, 2023) was an American actress known for her roles on stage and screen. She received a Tony Award nomination for her Broadway debut in Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? and was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her performances in Close Encounters of the Third Kind and Absence of Malice. Dillon is most recognized for her portrayal of Mother Parker in the beloved holiday film A Christmas Story. Throughout her career, she appeared in a range of films, including Bound for Glory, Slap Shot, The Muppet Movie, Harry and the Hendersons, Captain America, The Prince of Tides, and Magnolia. She will be remembered for her contributions to the entertainment industry.
