credits of
Rae Dawn Chong
Rae Dawn Chong, a Canadian-American actress, has graced screens for decades. Born in Edmonton in 1961, the daughter of comedian Tommy Chong, her heritage reflects a rich mix of African-American, Native American, Asian, and Scottish-Irish ancestry. After her debut in the 1978 film "Stony Island," Chong's breakthrough came in 1981 with "Quest for Fire," which earned her a prestigious Genie Award for Best Actress. Throughout the 80s, she thrived with diverse roles in films like "Beat Street," "The Color Purple," "Commando," and "Soul Man," showcasing her versatility across comedies, dramas, and thrillers. Continuing to act in the 90s and beyond, Chong has also been a philanthropist, supporting charities and even discovering a future star (Chris Pratt) during his early days as a waiter. With her impactful performances, Rae Dawn Chong remains a remarkable figure in the entertainment industry.
Release Date | Title | Character Name | Rating | Your Lists |
|---|---|---|---|---|
March 13th, 2026 | Scared to Death | Ruth | TBD | |
September 4th, 2025 | The Raven | Nurse Virginia | TBD | |
May 16th, 2025 | FEEL | Sitter 5 | TBD | |
July 28th, 2023 | The Mistress | TBD | 4.3 | |
August 16th, 2022 | We Are Gathered Here Today | Mary Reed | 6 | |
February 12th, 2021 | The Sleeping Negro | Black Woman | 3 | |
August 25th, 2020 | Tales Behind The Darkside: The Making Of Four Ghoulish Fables | Herself | TBD | |
November 3rd, 2018 | Reborn | Dory Ryder | 6.4 | |
January 18th, 2017 | Five Minutes | Delores | TBD | |
June 1st, 2014 | Knock 'em Dead | Jenny | 5.9 | |
September 15th, 2012 | Pegasus vs. Chimera | Mayda | 3.7 | |
April 21st, 2012 | Shiver | Detective Burdine | 4.2 | |
March 16th, 2012 | Jeff, Who Lives at Home | Carol | 6.2 | |
October 1st, 2010 | Cyrus: Mind of a Serial Killer | Vivian | 4.5 | |
February 1st, 2007 | Constellation | Jenita | 5.8 | |
October 14th, 2006 | Greasy Rider | TBD | TBD | |
August 15th, 2006 | Deadly Skies | Madison Taylor | 4.2 | |
July 28th, 2006 | Max Havoc: Ring of Fire | Sister Caroline | 4.1 | |
April 2nd, 2002 | Highball | Rae Dawn Chong | 4.7 | |
April 20th, 2001 | The Visit | Felicia | 7.9 | |
May 31st, 2000 | The Tulsa Lynching of 1921: A Hidden Story | TBD | 9 | |
May 30th, 2000 | Dangerous Attraction | Ann Rich | 4.8 | |
June 10th, 1999 | Things I Forgot to Remember | Mary | 7 | |
January 1st, 1998 | Valentine's Day | Sally | 3.9 | |
March 16th, 1997 | Alibi | D.A. Linda Garcia | 4.3 | |
January 6th, 1997 | Goodbye America | Special Agent Danzig | 5.2 | |
November 17th, 1996 | For Hope | Woman at Bar (uncredited) | 6.3 | |
November 11th, 1996 | Small Time | The Woman | 6 | |
June 18th, 1996 | Starlight | TBD | 3.8 | |
May 25th, 1996 | Mask of Death | Cassandra Turner | 3.7 | |
September 1st, 1995 | The Break | Jennifer Irons | 6.1 | |
August 1st, 1995 | Power of Attorney | Joan Armstrong | 5.3 | |
April 23rd, 1995 | Crying Freeman | Detective Forge | 6.4 | |
March 3rd, 1995 | Hideaway | Rose Orwetto | 5.2 | |
September 16th, 1994 | Boca | J.J. | 3.9 | |
May 1st, 1994 | Boulevard | Ola | 4.6 | |
April 19th, 1993 | Father & Son: Dangerous Relations | Yvonne | 6.2 | |
March 17th, 1993 | Time Runner | Karen Donaldson | 4.4 | |
March 12th, 1993 | When the Party's Over | M.J. | 4.9 | |
August 16th, 1991 | The Borrower | Diana Pierce | 5 | |
May 31st, 1991 | Chaindance | Ilene Curtis | 4 | |
January 26th, 1991 | Prison Stories: Women on the Inside | Rhonda | 4.2 | |
December 14th, 1990 | Amazon | Paola | 5 | |
June 27th, 1990 | Curiosity Kills | Jane | 5.4 | |
May 11th, 1990 | Far Out Man | Herself | 5.4 | |
May 3rd, 1990 | Tales from the Darkside: The Movie | Carola (segment ‘Lover’s Vow’) | 6.2 | |
January 21st, 1990 | Denial | Julie | 5.1 | |
January 1st, 1988 | Walking After Midnight | Self | 9 | |
September 18th, 1987 | The Principal | Hilary Orozco | 6.5 | |
July 10th, 1987 | The Squeeze | Rachel Dobs | 5 | |
February 2nd, 1987 | Running Out of Luck | Slave Girl | 5.8 | |
January 1st, 1987 | Zabagabee | TBD | TBD | |
October 24th, 1986 | Soul Man | Sarah Walker | 5.3 | |
January 20th, 1986 | Casey at the Bat | Circe Lafemme | 8 | |
December 18th, 1985 | The Color Purple | Squeak | 7.7 | |
October 3rd, 1985 | Commando | Cindy | 6.7 | |
September 1st, 1985 | City Limits | Yogi | 2.8 | |
August 16th, 1985 | American Flyers | Sarah | 6.1 | |
January 4th, 1985 | Badge of the Assassin | Christine Horn | 5.6 | |
August 29th, 1984 | Choose Me | Pearl Antoine | 6 | |
July 27th, 1984 | Cheech & Chong's The Corsican Brothers | The Gypsy | 4.9 | |
July 18th, 1984 | Fear City | Leila | 5.4 | |
June 8th, 1984 | Beat Street | Tracy Carlson | 6.8 | |
December 16th, 1981 | Quest for Fire | Ika | 7 | |
January 1st, 1981 | À propos de 'La guerre du feu' | Self | 6 | |
November 17th, 1978 | Stony Island | Janetta | 8 | |
January 6th, 1974 | The Whiz Kid and the Mystery at Riverton | Greta | 10 | |
TBD | Moodswing Whiskey | Mama Marks | TBD | |
TBD | Relapse | Accountant | TBD |