Commando1985
As Cindy
TMDb 6.7 / 10
Rae Dawn Chong
Born
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.
Filmography (69)
The Color Purple1985
As Squeak
TMDb 7.7 / 10
Quest for Fire1981
As Ika
TMDb 7.0 / 10
Crying Freeman1995
As Detective Forge
TMDb 6.4 / 10
The Principal1987
As Hilary Orozco
TMDb 6.5 / 10
Tales from the Darkside: The Movie1990
As Carola (segment ‘Lover’s Vow’)
TMDb 6.2 / 10
Jeff, Who Lives at Home2012
As Carol
TMDb 6.2 / 10
Soul Man1986
As Sarah Walker
TMDb 5.3 / 10
American Flyers1985
As Sarah
TMDb 6.2 / 10
Hideaway1995
As Rose Orwetto
TMDb 5.2 / 10
The Borrower1991
As Diana Pierce
TMDb 5.0 / 10
The Mistress2023
TMDb 4.6 / 10
Fear City1984
As Leila
TMDb 5.4 / 10
Father & Son: Dangerous Relations1993
As Yvonne
TMDb 6.2 / 10
Cheech & Chong's The Corsican Brothers1984
As The Gypsy
TMDb 4.9 / 10
Choose Me1984
As Pearl Antoine
TMDb 6.1 / 10
The Squeeze1987
As Rachel Dobs
TMDb 5.0 / 10
We Are Gathered Here Today2022
As Mary Reed
TMDb 6.0 / 10
Beat Street1984
As Tracy Carlson
TMDb 6.9 / 10
The Visit2001
As Felicia
TMDb 7.9 / 10
Shiver2012
As Detective Burdine
TMDb 4.2 / 10
Max Havoc: Ring of Fire2006
As Sister Caroline
TMDb 4.1 / 10
Time Runner1993
As Karen Donaldson
TMDb 4.3 / 10
FEEL2025
As Sitter 5
The Tulsa Lynching of 1921: A Hidden Story2000
TMDb 9.0 / 10
Prison Stories: Women on the Inside1991
As Rhonda
TMDb 4.2 / 10
Amazon1990
As Paola
TMDb 5.1 / 10
Five Minutes2017
As Delores
When the Party's Over1993
As M.J.
TMDb 4.9 / 10
Constellation2007
As Jenita
TMDb 5.6 / 10
Curiosity Kills1990
As Jane
TMDb 5.4 / 10
Far Out Man1990
As Herself
TMDb 5.5 / 10
RelapseRelease date TBA
As Accountant
Badge of the Assassin1985
As Christine Horn
TMDb 5.6 / 10
Running Out of Luck1987
As Slave Girl
TMDb 5.6 / 10
Reborn2018
As Dory Ryder
TMDb 6.3 / 10
Boca1994
As J.J.
TMDb 3.6 / 10
Dangerous Attraction2000
As Ann Rich
TMDb 4.8 / 10
Casey at the Bat1986
As Circe Lafemme
TMDb 8.0 / 10
Pegasus vs. Chimera2012
As Mayda
TMDb 3.6 / 10
Highball2002
As Rae Dawn Chong
TMDb 4.7 / 10
Deadly Skies2006
As Madison Taylor
TMDb 4.2 / 10
The Break1995
As Jennifer Irons
TMDb 6.1 / 10
Zabagabee1987
Goodbye America1997
As Special Agent Danzig
TMDb 5.2 / 10
Boulevard1994
As Ola
TMDb 4.9 / 10
The Whiz Kid and the Mystery at Riverton
The Whiz Kid and the Mystery at Riverton1974
As Greta
TMDb 10.0 / 10
Starlight1996
TMDb 3.8 / 10
The Sleeping Negro2021
As Black Woman
TMDb 3.0 / 10
Cyrus: Mind of a Serial Killer2010
As Vivian
TMDb 4.5 / 10
Mask of Death1996
As Cassandra Turner
TMDb 3.8 / 10
Things I Forgot to Remember1999
As Mary
TMDb 7.0 / 10
Valentine's Day1998
As Sally
TMDb 3.9 / 10
Scared to Death2026
As Ruth
TMDb 6.1 / 10
Denial1990
As Julie
TMDb 5.1 / 10
Power of Attorney1995
As Joan Armstrong
TMDb 5.3 / 10
City Limits1985
As Yogi
TMDb 2.8 / 10
Stony Island1978
As Janetta
TMDb 8.0 / 10
Moodswing Whiskey2026
As Mama Marks
The Raven2025
As Nurse Virginia
For Hope1996
As Woman at Bar (uncredited)
TMDb 6.3 / 10
Chaindance1991
As Ilene Curtis
TMDb 4.0 / 10
Knock 'em Dead2014
As Jenny
TMDb 5.9 / 10
Tales Behind The Darkside: The Making Of Four Ghoulish Fables
Tales Behind The Darkside: The Making Of Four Ghoulish Fables2020
As Herself
Small Time1996
As The Woman
TMDb 6.0 / 10
Walking After Midnight1988
As Self
TMDb 9.0 / 10
À propos de 'La guerre du feu'
À propos de 'La guerre du feu'1981
As Self
TMDb 4.7 / 10
Alibi1997
As D.A. Linda Garcia
TMDb 4.3 / 10
Greasy Rider2006
Filmography and biography: TMDb