Nancy Lenehan
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Nancy Lenehan (born April 26, 1953 in Long Island, New York) is an American actress who has appeared in film and television since the 1980s. Her most recent starring role was on the short-lived sitcom Worst Week. She also co-starred as Sandy Kelly, the matriarch in the sitcom Married to the Kellys. She also had a recurring role on My Name Is Earl as Earl and Randy's mother, Kay Hickey. She has appeared in featured, recurring and guest roles in many television shows and television movies, and feature films, including Malcolm in the Middle, Everybody Loves Raymond, Judging Amy, Gilmore Girls, Caroline in the City, Dharma & Greg, Buffy The Vampire Slayer, 3rd Rock from the Sun, ER, Boy Meets World, The Nanny, Quantum Leap, Roseanne, V, The Facts of Life, Hill Street Blues and Alice. Description above from the Wikipedia article Nancy Lenehan, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Nancy Lenehan reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 36 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Nancy Lenehan's filmography leans towards the Comedy genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 31% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Nancy Lenehan remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Catch Me If You Can, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Nancy Lenehan Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Nancy Lenehan's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Nancy Lenehan.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Self Reliance | Laurie | Average | Similar → |
| 2024 | Night Swim | Kay | Average | Similar → |
| 2022 | That's Amor | Lainie | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | Sex Tape | Linda | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | A Better Life | Mrs. Donnely | Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | The Selling | Mom / Mrs. Scarry | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | Beauty Shop | Mrs. Struggs | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | Eddie's Million Dollar Cook Off | Mrs. Hadley (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 2002 | Catch Me If You Can | Carol Strong | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | Adaptation. | Kaufman’s Mother | Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | Full Frontal | Woman on Plane | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | Door to Door | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | Door to Door | Charlotte | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | Human Nature | Puff's Mother | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | The Limey | Lady on Plane | Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | Pleasantville | Marge Jenkins | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | The Cherokee Kid | Sister Faith | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | Amelia Earhart: The Final Flight | Radio Show Hostess | Average | Similar → |
| 1992 | Out on a Limb | Miss Clayton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | To the Moon, Alice | Mother | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | Runaway Father | Blanche | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | The Dreamer of Oz | Harriet Baum Neal | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Parent Trap: Hawaiian Honeymoon | Mrs. Harris | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | The Great Outdoors | Waitress | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | She's Having a Baby | Cynthia | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | Jake's Journey | Mother | Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Student Exchange | Mrs. Barton | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | Like Father Like Son | Waitress in Desert Diner | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | Assassin | Grace Decker | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Popples | Mom | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Annie Oakley | Lyda | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Stoogemania | Connie Smoynek | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | Beauty and the Beast | Georgette | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | Emergency Room | Young Woman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | Smokey and the Bandit II | Ramona | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | When She Was Bad... | Bonnie | Flop | Similar → |
Nancy Lenehan - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Nancy Lenehan?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Nancy Lenehan is "Catch Me If You Can" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Nancy Lenehan acted in?
Nancy Lenehan has been featured in at least 36 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Nancy Lenehan?
Other notable films include "Door to Door", "Door to Door", and "Adaptation.".