Christine Baranski, an acclaimed actor hailing from Buffalo, New York, has left an indelible mark on both stage and screen. Her illustrious career spans decades, characterized by her exceptional talent and versatility. Baranski's captivating performances in film, television, and theatre, including roles in "The Good Wife" and "Mamma Mia!," have earned her widespread recognition and critical acclaim. Renowned for her impeccable comedic timing and dramatic depth, she's garnered numerous accolades, showcasing her prowess in both drama and comedy. Baranski's enduring presence and dedication to her craft have cemented her as a revered figure in the entertainment industry, captivating audiences with every role she embodies.
Known For
Trolls
(2016)
Chef (voice)
Addams Family Values
(1993)
Becky Martin-Granger
How the Grinch Stole Christmas
(2000)
Martha May Whovier
Mamma Mia!
(2008)
Tanya Chesham-Leigh
Cruel Intentions
(1999)
Bunny Caldwell
Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again
(2018)
Tanya Chesham-Leigh
Chicago
(2002)
Mary Sunshine
Miss Sloane
(2016)
Evelyn Sumner
Bowfinger
(1999)
Carol
Scooby-Doo! in Where's My Mummy?
(2005)
Amelia von Butch (voice)
The Birdcage
(1996)
Katharine Archer
Into the Woods
(2014)
Stepmother
A Bad Moms Christmas
(2017)
Ruth Mitchell
Nine 1/2 Weeks
(1986)
Thea
The Bounty Hunter
(2010)
Kitty Hurley
Reversal of Fortune
(1990)
Andrea Reynolds
Full Filmography
Acting
Playing for Time
(1980)
Olga
Soup for One
(1982)
Blonde In Bar
Lovesick
(1983)
Nymphomanic
Crackers
(1984)
Maxine
A Midsummer Night's Dream
(1985)
Helena
Nine 1/2 Weeks
(1986)
Thea
Legal Eagles
(1986)
Carol Freeman
The Pick-up Artist
(1987)
Harriet
The House of Blue Leaves
(1987)
Bunny Flingus
Reversal of Fortune
(1990)
Andrea Reynolds
Buying a Landslide
(1992)
Blair Bennett
The Night We Never Met
(1993)
Lucy
To Dance with the White Dog
(1993)
Kate
Addams Family Values
(1993)
Becky Martin-Granger
Life with Mikey
(1993)
Carol
The Ref
(1994)
Connie Chasseur
The War
(1994)
Miss Strapford
Getting In
(1994)
Mrs. Margaret 'Maggie' Higgs
New Jersey Drive
(1995)
Prosecutor
Jeffrey
(1995)
Ann Marwood Bartle
The Birdcage
(1996)
Katharine Archer
Bulworth
(1998)
Constance Bulworth
The Odd Couple II
(1998)
Thelma
Cruel Intentions
(1999)
Bunny Caldwell
Bowfinger
(1999)
Carol
Get Bruce!
(1999)
Self
How the Grinch Stole Christmas
(2000)
Martha May Whovier
Timothy Tweedle the First Christmas Elf
(2000)
Flo (voice)
Chicago
(2002)
Mary Sunshine
The Guru
(2002)
Chantal
Marci X
(2003)
Mary Ellen Spinkle
Eloise at the Plaza
(2003)
Prunella Stickler the Events Coordinator
Eloise at Christmastime
(2003)
Prunella Stickler the Events Coordinator
Welcome to Mooseport
(2004)
Charlotte Cole
Scooby-Doo! in Where's My Mummy?
(2005)
Amelia von Butch (voice)
Recipe for a Perfect Christmas
(2005)
Lee Bellmont
Bonneville
(2006)
Francine Holden Packard
Falling for Grace
(2006)
Bree Barrington
Relative Strangers
(2006)
Arleen Clayton
Mamma Mia!
(2008)
Tanya Chesham-Leigh
Birthing Mamma Mia!
(2008)
Self
The Bounty Hunter
(2010)
Kitty Hurley
Who Is Simon Miller?
(2011)
Amanda
Foodfight!
(2012)
Hedda Shopper (voice)
Into the Woods
(2014)
Stepmother
Yellowbird
(2014)
Janet (voice)
Trolls
(2016)
Chef (voice)
Miss Sloane
(2016)
Evelyn Sumner
A Bad Moms Christmas
(2017)
Ruth Mitchell
Michael Jackson's Halloween
(2017)
Mrs. Grau (voice)
Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again
(2018)
Tanya Chesham-Leigh
Every Act of Life
(2018)
Self
On Broadway
(2019)
Self
Take Me to the World: A Sondheim 90th Birthday Celebration
(2020)
Self - Performer
Dolly Parton's Christmas on the Square
(2020)
Regina Fuller
Give My Regards to Broadway
(2020)
Self
The Metropolitan Opera: The Hours
(2022)
Host