Amy Ryan
Biography
Amy Ryan is an American actress born on May 3, 1968, in Queens, New York City. She is the daughter of Pam and John, a nurse and a trucking business owner respectively. Ryan is of English, Irish, and Polish descent. She has been involved in the acting profession, with 74 known credits. Her known roles include Port Authority Officer Beadie Russell in The Wire, psychiatrist Adele Brousse in In Treatment, and human resources representative Holly Flax in The Office. Ryan has also been recognized for her performance in Gone Baby Gone, earning nominations for an Academy Award and a Golden Globe.
Career overview
Amy Ryan is an American actress born in Queens, New York City. She has been active in the entertainment industry, with a career spanning numerous roles in film and television. Ryan's known credits include performances in various projects, with a total of 74 credits listed.
In addition to her film work, Ryan has appeared in several television series, including roles in The Wire, In Treatment, and The Office. Her portrayal of Port Authority Officer Beadie Russell in The Wire is one of her notable television appearances. Ryan has also played other characters in these series, including psychiatrist Adele Brousse in In Treatment and human resources representative Holly Flax in The Office.
Ryan's acting career has been marked by her versatility and range, with performances in a variety of roles. Her work in film and television has been recognized, with a notable performance in the 2007 film Gone Baby Gone. Ryan's career has spanned multiple decades, with a continued presence in the entertainment industry.
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78 titles- Sugar (2024) as Melanie Matthews
- Wolfs (2024) as Margaret
- Beau Is Afraid (2023) as Grace
- Finally Home: Making Beau is Afraid (2023) as Self
- Passing Through (2023)
- Only Murders in the Building (2021) as Jan Bellows
- Worth (2021) as Camille Biros
- I'll Be Gone in the Dark (2020) as Michelle McNamara's Words (voice)
- Lost Girls (2020) as Mari Gilbert
- Late Night (2019) as Caroline Morton
- Strange but True (2019) as Charlene Chase
- Beautiful Boy (2018) as Vicki Sheff
- Abundant Acreage Available (2017) as Tracy
- Central Intelligence (2016) as Pamela Harris
- Monster Trucks (2016) as Cindy Coley
- The Infiltrator (2016) as Bonni Tischler
- A Case of the Cold War: Bridge of Spies (2016) as Self
- The Late Show with Stephen Colbert (2015) as Self
- Bridge of Spies (2015) as Mary Donovan
- Goosebumps (2015) as Gale
- Louder Than Bombs (2015) as Hannah Brennan
- Don Verdean (2015) as Carol
- Birdman: All-Access (A View From the Wings) (2015) as Self
- Broad City (2014) as Heidi Strand
- Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance) (2014) as Sylvia
- Rick and Morty (2013) as Marjorie (voice)
- Escape Plan (2013) as Abigail Ross
- Devil's Knot (2013) as Margaret Lax
- Clear History (2013) as Wendy
- Breathe In (2013) as Megan Reynolds
- Finding Your Roots (2012) as Self
- Win Win (2011) as Jackie Flaherty
- Green Zone (2010) as Lawrie Dayne
- Jack Goes Boating (2010) as Connie
- Bob Funk (2009) as Ms. Wright
- The Missing Person (2009) as Miss Charley
- The Missing Person (2009) Executive Producer
- In Treatment (2008) as Adele Brouse
- Changeling (2008) as Carol Dexter
- Marvelous (2008) as Queenie
- Chicago 10 (2008) as Anita Hoffman (voice)
- Gone Baby Gone (2007) as Helene McCready
- Dan in Real Life (2007) as Eileen
- Before the Devil Knows You're Dead (2007) as Martha Hanson
- Tapping the Wire (2007) as Self
- Kidnapped (2006)
- Looking for Comedy in the Muslim World (2006) as Emily Brooks
- The Office (2005) as Holly Flax
- War of the Worlds (2005) as Neighbor With Toddler
- Capote (2005) as Marie Dewey
- Keane (2004) as Lynn Bedik
- The Wire (2002) as Beadie Russell
- The Women (2002) as Peggy
- Baseball Wives (2002) as Megan Salerno
- Law & Order: Criminal Intent (2001) as Julie Turner
- Law & Order: Criminal Intent (2001) as Edie Nelson
- 100 Centre Street (2001) as Ellen
- 100 Centre Street (2001) as Rebecca Rifkind
- You Can Count on Me (2000) as Mrs. Prescott
- Law & Order: Special Victims Unit (1999) as Lorraine Hansen
- Third Watch (1999) as Dr. Jenny Hanson
- Roberta (1999) as Judy
- A Will of their Own (1998) as Carrie Baker
- Remembering Sex (1998) as Elaine Devlin
- The Daily Show (1996) as Self
- The Naked Truth (1995) as Chloe Banks
- ER (1994) as Sister Elizabeth
- Chicago Hope (1994) as Helen Sherwood
- Homicide: Life on the Street (1993) as Erika Cullen
- In the Deep Woods (1992) as Beth
- Home Improvement (1991) as Robin
- Brooklyn Bridge (1991)
- Law & Order (1990) as Amy
- Law & Order (1990) as Valerie Messick
- Quantum Leap (1989) as Libby McBain
- The Oscars (1953) as Self
- The Statement
- NDA
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Amy Ryan best known for?
Amy Ryan is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Sugar (2024), Wolfs (2024), Beau Is Afraid (2023), Only Murders in the Building (2021).
When and where was Amy Ryan born?
Amy Ryan was born on May 3, 1968 in Queens, New York City, New York, USA.
How many credits does Amy Ryan have?
Amy Ryan has accumulated over 78 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1953 to 2024.
What is Amy Ryan's background in cinema and television?
Amy Ryan is an American actress born on May 3, 1968, in Queens, New York City. She is the daughter of Pam and John, a nurse and a trucking business owner respectively. Ryan is of English, Irish, and Polish descent. She has been involved in the acting profession, with 74 known credits. Her known roles include Port Autho...