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.
68 movies · 22 shows
Moodswing Whiskey
2026·0.0
Scared to Death
2026·7.3
The Raven
2025·0.0
FEEL
2025·0.0
The Mistress
2023·4.5
We Are Gathered Here Today
2022·6.0
The Sleeping Negro
2021·3.0
Tales Behind The Darkside: The Making Of Four Ghoulish Fables
2020·0.0
Reborn
2018·6.4
Five Minutes
2017·0.0
Knock 'em Dead
2014·5.9
Pegasus vs. Chimera
2012·3.7
Shiver
2012·4.2
Jeff, Who Lives at Home
2012·6.2
Cyrus: Mind of a Serial Killer
2010·4.5
Constellation
2007·5.6
Greasy Rider
2006·0.0
Deadly Skies
2006·4.2
Max Havoc: Ring of Fire
2006·4.1
Highball
2002·4.7
The Visit
2001·7.9
The Tulsa Lynching of 1921: A Hidden Story
2000·9.0
Dangerous Attraction
2000·4.8
Things I Forgot to Remember
1999·7.0
Valentine's Day
1998·3.9
Alibi
1997·4.3
Goodbye America
1997·5.2
For Hope
1996·6.3
Small Time
1996·6.0
Starlight
1996·3.8
Mask of Death
1996·3.8
The Break
1995·6.1
Power of Attorney
1995·5.3
Crying Freeman
1995·6.4
Hideaway
1995·5.2
Boca
1994·3.6
Boulevard
1994·4.6
Father & Son: Dangerous Relations
1993·6.2
Time Runner
1993·4.3
When the Party's Over
1993·4.9
The Borrower
1991·5.0
Chaindance
1991·4.0
Prison Stories: Women on the Inside
1991·4.2
Amazon
1990·5.0
Curiosity Kills
1990·5.4
Far Out Man
1990·5.5
Tales from the Darkside: The Movie
1990·6.2
Denial
1990·5.1
Walking After Midnight
1988·9.0
The Principal
1987·6.4
The Squeeze
1987·5.0
Running Out of Luck
1987·5.8
Zabagabee
1987·0.0
Soul Man
1986·5.3
Casey at the Bat
1986·8.0
The Color Purple
1985·7.7
Commando
1985·6.7
City Limits
1985·2.8
American Flyers
1985·6.1
Badge of the Assassin
1985·5.6
Choose Me
1984·6.0
Cheech & Chong's The Corsican Brothers
1984·4.9
Fear City
1984·5.4
Beat Street
1984·6.9
Quest for Fire
1981·7.0
À propos de 'La guerre du feu'
1981·4.7
Stony Island
1978·8.0
The Whiz Kid and the Mystery at Riverton
1974·10.0