Lara Flynn Boyle
Biography
Lara Flynn Boyle is an American actress and producer. Born on March 24, 1970, in Davenport, Iowa, USA, she is known for her acting credits. Boyle's known credits include a role in the ABC cult television series Twin Peaks, as well as the films Wayne's World and Red Rock West. She also portrayed Assistant District Attorney Helen Gamble in the ABC television series The Practice, for which she was nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series. Boyle has appeared in numerous other films and television shows, with a total of 70 known credits. Her acting career spans multiple genres and platforms.
Career overview
Lara Flynn Boyle is an American actress and producer. She began her career in the early 1990s, gaining recognition for her role in the ABC cult television series Twin Peaks. Boyle's early film appearances include Penelope Spheeris's comedy Wayne's World, where she portrayed Stacy.
Boyle went on to have a lead role in John Dahl's critically acclaimed neo-noir film Red Rock West, followed by roles in Threesome, Cafe Society, and Happiness. Her television work during this period included a lead role in the ABC television series The Practice, where she portrayed Assistant District Attorney Helen Gamble. Boyle's performance in The Practice earned her a nomination for a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series.
Throughout her career, Boyle has appeared in numerous films and television shows. Her acting credits total 70, with a notable presence in both film and television. Born on March 24, 1970, in Davenport, Iowa, Boyle has established herself as a versatile actress with a range of notable roles.
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Full Filmography
72 titles- Mother, Couch (2024) as Linda
- Death in Texas (2022) as Grace
- Reunited Apart (2020) as Self
- Lucky Dog (2014) as Ms. Donley
- Hansel and Gretel Get Baked (2013) as Agnes/The Witch
- Cougar Hunting (2011) as Kathy
- Baby on Board (2009) as Mary Radcliffe
- Life Is Hot in Cracktown (2009) as Betty McBain
- Have Dreams, Will Travel (2007) as Ben's Mother
- Have Dreams, Will Travel (2007) Co-Producer
- Land of the Blind (2006) as La Première Dame
- Shades of Black: The Conrad Black Story (2006) as Barbara Amiel
- The House Next Door (2006) as Col Kennedy
- The Tony Danza Show (2004) as Self - Guest
- Jack Nicholson: The Joker Is Wild (2004) as Self(archive footage) (uncredited)
- Las Vegas (2003) as Monica Mancuso
- Punk'd (2003) as Self
- Jackass Backyard BBQ (2003) as Self
- Men in Black II (2002) as Serleena
- Men in Black II: MIB ADR (2002) as Self
- MIB ADR (2002) as Self
- Men in Black II: Creature Featurettes (2002) as Self
- Speaking of Sex (2001) as Dr. Emily Paige
- Chain of Fools (2001) as Karen
- Happiness (1998) as Helen Jordan
- Since You've Been Gone (1998) as Grace Williams
- Susan's Plan (1998) as Betty Johnson
- The View (1997) as Self
- The Practice (1997) as Helen Gamble
- Ally McBeal (1997) as Tally Cupp (uncredited)
- Ally McBeal (1997) as Helen Gamble (uncredited)
- Cafe Society (1997) as Pat Ward
- Red Meat (1997) as Ruth
- Afterglow (1997) as Marianne Byron
- Farmer & Chase (1997) as Hillary
- E! True Hollywood Story (1996)
- Cannes Man (1996) as Self
- The Big Squeeze (1996) as Tanya Mulhill
- MADtv (1995) as Self
- Baby's Day Out (1994) as Laraine
- Threesome (1994) as Alex
- The Road to Wellville (1994) as Ida Muntz
- Jacob (1994) as Rahel
- Past Tense (1994) as Tory Bass / Sabrina James
- Late Show with David Letterman (1993) as Self - Guest
- Late Night with Conan O'Brien (1993) as Self - Guest
- The Temp (1993) as Kris Bolin
- Red Rock West (1993) as Suzanne Brown
- The Tonight Show with Jay Leno (1992)
- Wayne's World (1992) as Stacy
- Equinox (1992) as Beverly Franks
- Where the Day Takes You (1992) as Heather
- The Hidden Room (1991) as Nicole
- Mobsters (1991) as Mara Motes
- The Dark Backward (1991) as Rosarita
- Eye of the Storm (1991) as Sandra Gladstone
- Law & Order (1990) as Dawn Talley
- Twin Peaks (1990) as Donna Hayward
- The Rookie (1990) as Sarah
- May Wine (1990) as Cammie
- Dead Poets Society (1989) as Ginny Danburry
- Twin Peaks (1989) as Donna Hayward
- The Preppie Murder (1989) as Jennifer Levin
- How I Got Into College (1989) as Jessica Kailo
- Terror on Highway 91 (1989)
- LIVE with Kelly and Mark (1988)
- Poltergeist III (1988) as Donna Gardner
- Amerika (1987) as Jacqueline 'Jessie' Bradford
- Sable (1987) as Melanie Waterston
- Dead Serious (1987) as Host
- Jack and Mike (1986) as Leslie
- Saturday Night Live (1975) as Self - Host
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Lara Flynn Boyle best known for?
Lara Flynn Boyle is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Ghostbusters (1986), The House Next Door (2006), True Romance (1993), Sous le signe de Monte-Cristo (1968).
When and where was Lara Flynn Boyle born?
Lara Flynn Boyle was born on March 24, 1970 in Davenport, Iowa, USA.
How many credits does Lara Flynn Boyle have?
Lara Flynn Boyle has accumulated over 72 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1975 to 2024.
What is Lara Flynn Boyle's background in cinema and television?
Lara Flynn Boyle is an American actress and producer. Born on March 24, 1970, in Davenport, Iowa, USA, she is known for her acting credits. Boyle's known credits include a role in the ABC cult television series Twin Peaks, as well as the films Wayne's World and Red Rock West. She also portrayed Assistant District Attor...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Twin Peaks (1990) as Donna Hayward — aged about 20
- Dead Poets Society (1989) as Ginny Danburry — aged about 19
- The Practice (1997) as Helen Gamble — aged about 27
- Happiness (1998) as Helen Jordan — aged about 28
- Late Night with Conan O'Brien (1993) as Self - Guest — aged about 23
- Law & Order (1990) as Dawn Talley — aged about 20
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