Anne Haney - Actor Profile

Anne Haney

Acting
Updated: Apr 11, 2026
46Total Films
8.0 Highest Rated
Born: Mar 4, 1934
Birth Place: Memphis, Tennessee, USA

About Anne Haney

Anne Haney (born Anne Ryan Thomas; March 4, 1934 – May 26, 2001) was an American actress of stage and screen, perhaps best known for her roles as social worker Mrs. Sellner in Mrs. Doubtfire and Greta the secretary in Liar Liar. Haney appeared in the Star Trek: The Next Generation episode "The Survivors" as Rishon Uxbridge, and later appeared as aBajoran arbitrator in the Star Trek: Deep Space Nine episode "Dax". She was a regular guest-star during the syndicated run ofMama's Family, playing Alberta Meechum, the nemesis of Thelma Harper. On Our House she played fussy neighbor Virginia Taft. She was also a regular guest-star of L.A. Law, playing Judge Marilyn Travelini. She guest starred on Cheers, Designing Women, The Golden Palace, Charmed, Boy Meets World,Columbo, ER, and Curb Your Enthusiasm as the mother of Mary Steenburgen's character. One of her last appearances was in the Ally McBeal season 4 episode "Reasons to Believe" (which aired on January 8, 2001). On May 26, 2001, Haney died of heart failure at age 67.

Anne Haney Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Anne Haney reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 46 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Anne Haney's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 24% of Anne Haney's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.

One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Jailbirds, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Anne Haney Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Anne Haney's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Anne Haney has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1999 The Out-of-Towners Woman in Bathroom Average Similar →
1999 Forces of Nature Emma Average Similar →
1998 Psycho Mrs. Chambers Flop Similar →
1998 Little Girl Fly Away Ethel Brock Average Similar →
1998 The Lesser Evil Derek's Mother Average Similar →
1997 Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil Margaret Williams Average Similar →
1997 Changing Habits Sister Humiliata Flop Similar →
1997 Liar Liar Greta Hit Similar →
1996 Mother Helen Hit Similar →
1995 The American President Mrs. Chapil Hit Similar →
1994 Star Struck - Flop Similar →
1993 Mrs. Doubtfire Mrs. Sellner Hit Similar →
1993 Telling Secrets Grace Jefferson Flop Similar →
1992 Condition: Critical Mrs. Yarkovich Flop Similar →
1992 In My Daughter's Name Mrs. Klafter Average Similar →
1991 Plymouth Emily Flop Similar →
1991 Jailbirds Haydee Super Hit Similar →
1990 K-9000 Mrs. Wiffington Flop Similar →
1988 Elvis and Me Grandma Minnie Mae Presley Hit Similar →
1987 Cold Steel Anna Modine Flop Similar →
1987 Celebration Family Judge Gelson Average Similar →
1986 The Christmas Gift Clara Huckle Average Similar →
1986 The Thanksgiving Promise Mrs. Sudsup Average Similar →
1986 Blind Justice Jim's Mother Flop Similar →
1986 The Best of Times Marcy Average Similar →
1985 Half Nelson Maid Flop Similar →
1985 The Bad Seed Alice Fern Average Similar →
1985 Malice in Wonderland Dema's Secretary Hit Similar →
1984 The Night They Saved Christmas Hedda Average Similar →
1984 Impulse Mrs. Piersall Flop Similar →
1984 P.O.P. Lily Flop Similar →
1983 The Osterman Weekend Honeymoon Bride Average Similar →
1983 The Invisible Woman Mrs. Van Dam Flop Similar →
1983 Independence Day Rose Parker Average Similar →
1982 Frances Coiffeur Hit Similar →
1982 Missing Children: A Mother's Story Mrs. Sims Hit Similar →
1982 The Adventures of Pollyanna Miss Louella Beat Flop Similar →
1982 Some Kind of Hero Monica Lewis Average Similar →
1982 Making Love Lila Hit Similar →
1982 Marian Rose White Sister Agatha Flop Similar →
1981 The Children Nobody Wanted Mrs. Lightheart Flop Similar →
1981 When the Circus Came to Town Blossom Average Similar →
1980 The Mating Season Elizabeth Flop Similar →
1980 Hopscotch Mrs. Myerson Hit Similar →
1980 The Gold Bug Jessica Bessop Flop Similar →
1978 Summer of My German Soldier Mrs. Benn Average Similar →

Anne Haney - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Anne Haney?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Anne Haney is "Jailbirds" with a rating of 8.0/10.

How many movies has Anne Haney acted in?

Anne Haney has been featured in at least 46 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Anne Haney?

Other notable films include "Mrs. Doubtfire", "Elvis and Me", and "Malice in Wonderland".

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