Jackie Richardson

Acting

Jackie Richardson

Born January 4, 1947 (age 79)

Jackie Richardson CM (born January 4, 1947) is a Canadian singer and actress. She is known for her screen roles in Turning to Stone, The Gospel According to the Blues, The Doodlebops, and Sins of the Father. She is also known for her appearance on the YTV show Catwalk where she played the grandmother to Atlas.

Known For

Extreme MeasuresExtreme Measures · 1996
Extreme Measures
6.01996
MovieDramaThriller
Guy Luthan, a British doctor working at a hospital in New York, starts making unwelcome enquiries when the body of a man who died in his emergency room disappears. After the trail leads Luthan to the door of an eminent surgeon at the hospital, Luthan soon finds himself in extreme danger people who want the hospital's secret to remain undiscovered.
Switching ChannelsSwitching Channels · 1988
Switching Channels
6.11988
MovieComedy
A television news chief courts his anchorwoman ex-wife with an eleventh-hour story.
Maximum RiskMaximum Risk · 1996
Maximum Risk
5.81996
MovieActionThriller
Alain Moreau's investigation into the death of his identical twin brother leads him from the beauty of the south of France to the mean streets of New York City and into the arms of his brother's beautiful girlfriend. Pursued by ruthless Russian mobsters and renegade FBI agents, the duo race against time to solve his brother's murder and expose an international conspiracy.
3 Men and a Baby3 Men and a Baby · 1987
3 Men and a Baby
6.21987
MovieComedy
Three bachelors find themselves forced to take care of a baby left by one of the guy's girlfriends.
Welcome to MooseportWelcome to Mooseport · 2004
Welcome to Mooseport
5.12004
MovieComedy
A US president who has retired after two terms in office returns to his hometown of Mooseport, Maine and decides to run for Mayor against another local candidate.
The Miracle WorkerThe Miracle Worker · 2000
The Miracle Worker
7.22000
MovieDramaTV Movie
Devoted teacher Anne Sullivan leads deaf, blind and mute Helen Keller out of solitude and helps integrate her into the world.
Harriet the SpyHarriet the Spy · 1996
Harriet the Spy
6.11996
MovieComedyDrama
Harriet may only be in the sixth grade, but she's already found her calling: to be a spy. In a private journal she takes everywhere, Harriet records suspicious activity and keeps a running list of observations on virtually everyone she knows. It seems harmless enough until, one day, someone finds the journal and exposes Harriet's critical thoughts about her classmates. Suddenly, even her best friends are against her, and Harriet resolves to take revenge.
Her Desperate ChoiceHer Desperate Choice · 1996
Her Desperate Choice
6.11996
MovieDramaTV Movie
Despite allegations of child sexual abuse against Jody's ex-husband Marcus, the court orders joint custody of their daughter Samantha. Jody faces a choice of turning Samantha over to Marcus or taking her on the run and risk kidnapping charges. Pursued by both the FBI and a private detective, Jody and Samantha are hunted, fleeing from town to town with the help of an underground network set up to help women and children escape from abuse. Based on a true story. 

Movies

Extreme MeasuresExtreme Measures · 1996
Extreme Measures
6.01996
MovieDramaThriller
Guy Luthan, a British doctor working at a hospital in New York, starts making unwelcome enquiries when the body of a man who died in his emergency room disappears. After the trail leads Luthan to the door of an eminent surgeon at the hospital, Luthan soon finds himself in extreme danger people who want the hospital's secret to remain undiscovered.
Switching ChannelsSwitching Channels · 1988
Switching Channels
6.11988
MovieComedy
A television news chief courts his anchorwoman ex-wife with an eleventh-hour story.
Maximum RiskMaximum Risk · 1996
Maximum Risk
5.81996
MovieActionThriller
Alain Moreau's investigation into the death of his identical twin brother leads him from the beauty of the south of France to the mean streets of New York City and into the arms of his brother's beautiful girlfriend. Pursued by ruthless Russian mobsters and renegade FBI agents, the duo race against time to solve his brother's murder and expose an international conspiracy.
3 Men and a Baby3 Men and a Baby · 1987
3 Men and a Baby
6.21987
MovieComedy
Three bachelors find themselves forced to take care of a baby left by one of the guy's girlfriends.
Welcome to MooseportWelcome to Mooseport · 2004
Welcome to Mooseport
5.12004
MovieComedy
A US president who has retired after two terms in office returns to his hometown of Mooseport, Maine and decides to run for Mayor against another local candidate.
The Miracle WorkerThe Miracle Worker · 2000
The Miracle Worker
7.22000
MovieDramaTV Movie
Devoted teacher Anne Sullivan leads deaf, blind and mute Helen Keller out of solitude and helps integrate her into the world.
Harriet the SpyHarriet the Spy · 1996
Harriet the Spy
6.11996
MovieComedyDrama
Harriet may only be in the sixth grade, but she's already found her calling: to be a spy. In a private journal she takes everywhere, Harriet records suspicious activity and keeps a running list of observations on virtually everyone she knows. It seems harmless enough until, one day, someone finds the journal and exposes Harriet's critical thoughts about her classmates. Suddenly, even her best friends are against her, and Harriet resolves to take revenge.
Her Desperate ChoiceHer Desperate Choice · 1996
Her Desperate Choice
6.11996
MovieDramaTV Movie
Despite allegations of child sexual abuse against Jody's ex-husband Marcus, the court orders joint custody of their daughter Samantha. Jody faces a choice of turning Samantha over to Marcus or taking her on the run and risk kidnapping charges. Pursued by both the FBI and a private detective, Jody and Samantha are hunted, fleeing from town to town with the help of an underground network set up to help women and children escape from abuse. Based on a true story. 
Glory! Glory!Glory! Glory! · 1989
Glory! Glory!
8.01989
MovieComedyDrama
A rock singer revives a failing TV ministry, but the cost may be high when she falls for a reporter planning an exposé.
BogusBogus · 1996
Bogus
5.81996
MovieFantasyComedy
Recently orphaned, a young boy is taken in by his godmother who is shocked to realize that she can see the boy's imaginary friend: a flamboyant, French magician named Bogus.
They Call Me SirrThey Call Me Sirr · 2001
They Call Me Sirr
7.42001
MovieDramaTV Movie
An inspirational story that celebrates the grit, perseverance and talent of Sirr Parker, the star footballer of Locke High School who then went on to play for San Diego Chargers and Cincinnati Bengals.
Don't Mess with GrandmaDon't Mess with Grandma · 2024
Don't Mess with Grandma
6.52024
MovieComedyAction
JT must fix his grandmother's leaky sink while simultaneously keeping her oblivious to a deadly home invasion.
Critical CareCritical Care · 1997
Critical Care
6.31997
MovieComedyDrama
Werner Ernst is a young hospital resident who becomes embroiled in a legal battle between two half-sisters who are fighting over the care of their comatose father. But are they really fighting over their father's care, or over his $10 million estate? Meanwhile, Werner must contend with his nutty supervisor, who insists that he only care for patients with full insurance. Can Werner sidestep the hospital's legal team and do what's best for the patient?
Mr. MusicMr. Music · 1998
Mr. Music
8.01998
MovieTV Movie
A high school student is given the opportunity to become a music executive.
Fake Yourself a Merry Little ChristmasFake Yourself a Merry Little Christmas · 2025
Fake Yourself a Merry Little Christmas
5.02025
MovieRomanceTV Movie
After reserved professor Maya pretends she's dating an unconscious stranger, she's swept into his family's holiday plans and feels undeniable sparks with her boyfriend's doctor, Daniel, who also happens to be her ex.
Free of EdenFree of Eden · 1999
Free of Eden
9.71999
MovieDramaTV Movie
Story about Will Cleamons, a former teacher-turned-businessman who agrees to tutor 18-year-old high school dropout, Nicole Turner. Much to his surprise, their relationship not only helps Nicole build a future, but helps Cleamons put his personal life back together.
Getting GottiGetting Gotti · 1994
Getting Gotti
5.01994
MovieActionCrime
Though she grew up in the same neighborhood with him, the new Assistant U.S. Attorney is determined to prosecute Mafia boss John Gotti. Uncooperative FBI agents and bureaucrats will not deter the driven young prosecutor as her quest culminates in the memorable and controversial trial of the "Dapper Don."
Car 54, Where Are You?Car 54, Where Are You? · 1994
Car 54, Where Are You?
3.51994
MovieActionComedy
Brash NYC policeman Officer Gunther Toody is partnered with stiff, by-the-book Officer Francis Muldoon to protect an important mafia witness prior to testifying against orgainzed crime in Brooklyn, all the while dealing with their personal lives, overbearing spouses, common criminals, arms dealers, and their officious boss Captain Anderson.
Color of JusticeColor of Justice · 1997
Color of Justice
5.21997
MovieDrama
Four young black men kill a white woman. Now the D.A. is very cautious how to pursue this case because it might start a riot. And adding fuel to the fire is a bombastic and vocal black community leader, who's saying that they will not have a fair trial and that they were justified in their actions because they were in fear for their lives
Dear ViolaDear Viola · 2014
Dear Viola
6.82014
MovieRomanceComedy
Katie, a shy newspaper accountant submits a reply to a "Dear Viola" letter to the editor that she works for, anonymously. She has a real knack for writing to people and getting to the heart of the matter. Soon, she takes over the newspaper's advice column and falls in love with one of her correspondents. The whole town becomes involved in the romantics.
Woman WantedWoman Wanted · 1999
Woman Wanted
5.71999
MovieDramaRomance
After the death of his wife, Richard hires a recently divorced housekeeper, Emma. Soon finding himself falling for her, his emotionally destructive son, Wendell, also grows attached to Emma, threatening to tear apart the family's already hostile relationship.
Big SpenderBig Spender · 2003
Big Spender
6.02003
MovieDramaFamily
Orphan Eddie Burton is not bad, but too many screw-ups land him repeatedly in jail, so his 8-year old son Will, simply abandoned by his 'mother', has nobody else then Eddie's granny. When he hears about a program for convicts working an a foundation's farm for retired race horses, Eddie signs up and proves his talent with Big Spender, who was found completely run down. He nurses the horse back to health, and convinces Jake Cotter, the man in charge, to try a stunt: train him for an new career in jumping, which is a success when his dedicated race jockey Mel Tennant volunteers to ride him again. If he does really well, he may even get a certificate opening the perspective of a real job, which he desperately needs when grandma dies after having him swear he'll get out: the nightmare alternative is to leave Will lingering in the very home that did Eddie no good
Happy Face MurdersHappy Face Murders · 1999
Happy Face Murders
5.21999
MovieThrillerCrime
An eccentric older woman implicates her brutal & controlling lover in the murder of a young girl. Absorbed with "Murder She Wrote" and "Matlock", she creates details of the murder from clues she picks up from the detectives on the case. Implicating herself and sentenced to jail, she then recants her testimony. But no one believes her until clues surface from the real killer that he is still out there, has killed before, and will kill again. He signs his messages with Happy Faces.
Another WomanAnother Woman · 1994
Another Woman
5.11994
MovieDramaMystery
After Lisa Temple is brutally attacked and suffers from amnesia, it seems her bitter character has changed for the better, which causes her estranged husband Paul to have second thoughts about leaving her. As she rebuilds her life, Lisa and Paul fall in love again. However; there is danger lurking and one last angry memory waiting to surface. Will their love survive?

TV Shows

MonkMonk · 2002
Monk
8.02002
SeriesDramaComedy
Adrian Monk was once a rising star with the San Francisco Police Department, legendary for using unconventional means to solve the department's most baffling cases. But after the tragic (and still unsolved) murder of his wife Trudy, he developed an extreme case of obsessive-compulsive disorder. Now working as a private consultant, Monk continues to investigate cases in the most unconventional ways.
Due SouthDue South · 1994
Due South
7.61994
SeriesDramaCrime
Constable Benton Fraser, an officer of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, is attached to the Canadian consulate but works with Chicago Police Department to solve crimes.
Sue Thomas: F.B.EyeSue Thomas: F.B.Eye · 2002
Sue Thomas: F.B.Eye
7.22002
SeriesFamilyDrama
Based on a true story, this family-friendly series follows the adventures of a young, hearing impaired woman who has a special gift and goes to work for the FBI in Washington, D.C. She's one hard-headed, soft-hearted woman whose talent for reading lips helps crack crimes and bag the bad guys in places listening devices can't penetrate. With her hearing-ear dog, Levi, Sue's a glutton for jeopardy – and there's (almost) nothing she won't do to bring notorious criminals to justice. This remarkable, edge-of-your-seat drama is an inspiring tribute to the ability of the human spirit to overcome adversity and achieve great things.
DocDoc · 2001
Doc
7.62001
SeriesDramaFamily
Clint Cassidy, a rural Montana doctor with traditional values ​​and simple methods, moves to bustling New York City to work at a Manhattan clinic, where he must adapt to a cold, modern medical system while trying to maintain his integrity and help his patients in a humane way.
War of the WorldsWar of the Worlds · 1988
War of the Worlds
6.41988
SeriesDrama
Humanity must resume its war against the Martians when they revive after decades of hibernation following their defeat in the 1950s. The fate of Earth may very well rest in the hands of a small yet courageous band: astrophysicist Harrison Blackwood, paraplegic computer wizard Norton Drake, microbiologist Suzanne McCullough and military man Paul Ironhorse.
This Is WonderlandThis Is Wonderland · 2004
This Is Wonderland
8.02004
SeriesDramaComedy
Alice De Raey is a newly minted attorney who joins the chaotic world of criminal justice in Toronto. She's exposed to the seamier side of life, the backroom deals that make the system work accompanied by the usual eccentric characters.
Twice in a LifetimeTwice in a Lifetime · 1999
Twice in a Lifetime
6.21999
SeriesDramaSci-Fi & Fantasy
Prematurely deceased people are given the opportunity to correct something that went wrong in their lives and thus change them for the better.
Street TimeStreet Time · 2002
Street Time
2.52002
SeriesDrama
Follows a fair parole officer and his parolee who wants to go straight but his former business associates are after him.
Soul FoodSoul Food · 2000
Soul Food
7.22000
SeriesDrama
Soul Food: The Series is a television drama that aired Wednesday nights on Showtime from June 28, 2000 to May 26, 2004. Created by filmmaker George Tillman, Jr. and developed for television by Felicia D. Henderson, Soul Food is based upon Tillman's childhood experiences growing up in Wisconsin, and is a continuation of his successful 1997 film of the same name. Having aired for 74 episodes, it is the longest running drama with a predominantly black cast in the history of North American prime-time television.
The Famous Jett JacksonThe Famous Jett Jackson · 1998
The Famous Jett Jackson
6.71998
SeriesComedy
A boy named Jett Jackson plays a teenage secret-agent on a fictional TV show-within-a-show called Silverstone.
Pretty Hard CasesPretty Hard Cases · 2021
Pretty Hard Cases
6.22021
SeriesComedy
A fun and honest portrayal of two radically different female detectives in their early 40s following Guns and Gangs detective Sam and Narcotics detective Kelly, who by day are true action heroes in their own particular way: skilled, tough, determined, and ruthless. But by night, they’re both grappling with loneliness, dysfunctional families, screwed-up love lives, and a sense that their professional ambitions may not be totally in line with their personal needs.
Tales of the CityTales of the City · 1993
Tales of the City
7.71993
SeriesDramaMystery
Mary Ann Singleton, a naïve young secretary from the mid-west, tumbles head first into the colorful world of San Francisco, where carefree chaos revolves around the funky old apartment house at 28 Barbary Lane.
More Tales of the CityMore Tales of the City · 1998
More Tales of the City
7.31998
SeriesDramaMystery
Lonely inhabitants at 28 Barbary Lane search for love and identity, turning to each other in the hope of finding happiness in San Francisco.
The Hidden RoomThe Hidden Room · 1991
The Hidden Room
6.01991
SeriesDramaMystery
The Hidden Room is an American drama-horror anthology television series. Geared mainly towards women, it aired on Lifetime for 33 episodes from 1991 to 1993. Each episode usually centered around a woman in hardship, but with a dark Twilight Zone-esque twist. Most episodes starred a well-known actress in the lead role.
CatwalkCatwalk · 1992
Catwalk
7.01992
SeriesDrama
Six twenty-something form a pop band named Catwalk.
LockdownLockdown · 2020
Lockdown
7.02020
SeriesMystery
Lockdown is an event series that follows a group of bored quarantined teens working together online to solve a mystery involving one of their neighbors - a mystery which ultimately places them all in danger.
AdderlyAdderly · 1986
Adderly
7.01986
SeriesCrime
Adderly is a Canadian television drama series, first aired in 1986.
Majority Rules!Majority Rules! · 2009
Majority Rules!
7.02009
SeriesComedyDrama
Majority Rules! is a Canadian tween comedy series which first aired on Teletoon in 2009. The series is also dubbed Votez Becky! for the French title. The production company Entertainment One began filming for the first season on January 12, 2009. The show had the distinction of being the first regular program on Teletoon, an animation channel, to be almost exclusively live-action.
T and TT and T · 1988
T and T
6.81988
SeriesCrimeDrama
T&T is a team of T.S. Turner and Amanda Taler. One is a P.I. and the other is lawyer, together they fight for justice.
The DoodlebopsThe Doodlebops · 2005
The Doodlebops
6.02005
Series
The Doodlebops' characters are members of a children's band, The creators of The Doodlebops are Cookie Jar executive Michael Hirsh and musical director Carl Lenox. Jamie Waese is the producer and director of the TV series. David Connolly is the choreographer. Andrea Nevitt is the Line Producer. Gord McLennan is the Technical Producer. Ian Harvey is the Senior Editor.
Further Tales of the CityFurther Tales of the City · 2001
Further Tales of the City
6.62001
SeriesDramaMystery
Residents of 28 Barbary Lane continue to navigate human life, flawed love, and blind hope in 1980's San Francisco.
HammermanHammerman · 1991
Hammerman
4.81991
SeriesAnimationComedy
Set before his pyrotechnic rise to stardom, (M.C.) Hammer is still Stanley Kirk Burrell, helping kids at the local community center and dreaming of making it big as a rap music star. When some "magic dancing shoes" step into his life, Stanley is transformed into HAMMERMAN - the first musical superhero!
Hey Lady!Hey Lady! · 2020
Hey Lady!
1.02020
SeriesComedy
Nothing is safe when fearlessly off-the-charts senior citizen Lady and her chain-smoking best friend embark on a rampage of urban vengeance, upturning everything in their path.