Debra Mooney - Actor Profile

Debra Mooney

Acting
Updated: Apr 11, 2026
21Total Films
8.3 Highest Rated
Born: Aug 28, 1947
Birth Place: Aberdeen, South Dakota, USA

About Debra Mooney

Debra Mooney (born August 28, 1947) is an American actress known for her role as Edna Harper on Everwood.

Known For: ActingIndustry Veteran

Debra Mooney Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Debra Mooney reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 21 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 14% of Debra Mooney'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 Dead Poets Society, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Debra Mooney Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Debra Mooney's career based on audience ratings.

★8.3
Dead Poets Society (1989) movie poster
★8.3

Dead Poets Society: At an elite, old-fashioned boarding school in New England, a passionate English teacher inspires his students to rebel a

Dead Poets Society

1989•Drama
★7.6
Anastasia (1997) movie poster
★7.6

Anastasia: Ten years after she was separated from her family, an eighteen-year-old orphan with vague memories of the past sets out

Anastasia

1997•Animation
★7.2
Tootsie (1982) movie poster
★7.2

Tootsie: When struggling, out of work actor Michael Dorsey secretly adopts a female alter ego – Dorothy Michaels – in order to la

Tootsie

1982•Comedy
★6.0
Mary & Tim (1996) movie poster
★6.0

Mary & Tim: Another adaptation of the novel "Tim", about the love that develops between a mentally challenged young man and the olde

Mary & Tim

1996•Drama
★5.9
Jodi Arias: Dirty Little Secret (2013) movie poster
★5.9

Jodi Arias: Dirty Little Secret: True story based on Jodi Arias, a seductive 28-year-old aspiring photographer found guilty of killing her former lover,

Jodi Arias: Dirty Little Secret

2013•Drama

Full Filmography

Every movie Debra Mooney has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2017 Those Left Behind - Flop Similar →
2017 We Don't Belong Here Grandma Average Similar →
2013 Jodi Arias: Dirty Little Secret Caroline Average Similar →
2010 The Last Godfather Sister Theresa Flop Similar →
2010 Den Brother Allie Jacklitz Average Similar →
2006 The Mermaid Chair Kat Flop Similar →
2001 Domestic Disturbance Theresa Average Similar →
1999 Silk Hope Violet Flop Similar →
1997 Anastasia Actress (voice) Super Hit Similar →
1996 Mary & Tim - Average Similar →
1994 Schemes Ruby Flop Similar →
1994 Breathing Lessons Mrs. Stuckey Flop Similar →
1990 Joshua's Heart Vera Average Similar →
1989 Dead Poets Society Mrs. Anderson Super Hit Similar →
1988 Too Young The Hero Calvin's Mother Flop Similar →
1986 Rage of Angels: The Story Continues - Flop Similar →
1986 Agent on Ice Mrs. Kirkpatrick Flop Similar →
1985 Don't Touch Mrs. Anderson Flop Similar →
1983 The Cradle Will Fall Vangie Lewis Flop Similar →
1982 Tootsie Mrs. Mallory Hit Similar →
1979 Chapter Two Marilyn Average Similar →

Debra Mooney - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Debra Mooney?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Debra Mooney is "Dead Poets Society" with a rating of 8.3/10.

How many movies has Debra Mooney acted in?

Debra Mooney has been featured in at least 21 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Debra Mooney?

Other notable films include "Anastasia", "Tootsie", and "Mary & Tim".

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