Shannon Cochran
Shannon Cochran (born August 7, 1958, in Greensboro, North Carolina) is an American actress known for her extensive work in film, television, and theater. She graduated summa cum laude from the Cincinnati Conservatory of Music and has a long-standing relationship with the Steppenwolf Theatre Company in Chicago. Cochran has appeared in films such as The Ring (2002), Star Trek: Nemesis (2002), and The Substance of Things Hoped For (2006). On television, she has guest-starred in shows including Grey's Anatomy, The Office, Law & Order: SVU, Without a Trace, Frasier, Gilmore Girls, NYPD Blue, and multiple Star Trek series (The Next Generation and Deep Space Nine). She has received awards such as an Obie Award and a Theatre World Award for her stage performances. Cochran is also involved in teaching acting and remains active in both screen and stage roles.
Filmography (37 titles)
5.7MovieThe Hand That Rocks the Cradle
Rosanna · 2025
7.2ShowBallard
Paula Hopkinson · 2025
5.5MovieThe Twin
Shelby · 2025
5.7MovieCaptive State
Kathy Mulligan · 2019
7.2ShowScandal
Susan Sawyer · 2012
7.9ShowModern Family
Nancy Decker · 2009
7.5ShowNCIS: Los Angeles
Dr. Susan Rathburn · 2009
8.1ShowFringe
Patricia Van Horn · 2008
MovieThe Substance of Things Hoped For
Dr. Drury · 2006
7.3ShowThe Unit
Capt. Lisa Tate · 2006
5.9ShowClose to Home
Meredith · 2005
8.2ShowGrey's Anatomy
Mary Singleton · 2005
8.6ShowThe Office
Helene Beesly · 2005
7.0ShowNumb3rs
Doctor Iverson · 2005
7.9ShowDesperate Housewives
Meg Butler · 2004
7.6ShowNCIS
Mallory Linn · 2003
Charlie Lawrence
Newscaster · 2003
6.3MovieStar Trek: Nemesis
Senator Tal'aura · 2002
6.7MovieThe Ring
Anna Morgan · 2002
7.2ShowWithout a Trace
Dr. Witmer · 2002
7.9ShowGilmore Girls
Meena · 2000
8.0ShowGrosse Pointe
Julie's Mom · 2000
6.3MovieWitness Protection
Psychologist · 1999
8.0ShowLaw & Order: Special Victims Unit
Cindy Cramer / Sarah · 1999
5.0MovieThe Haunting of Seacliff Inn
Sheriff Tomizack · 1994
7.2ShowTouched by an Angel
Val Osgood · 1994
7.8ShowER
Mrs. Klingman · 1994
7.2ShowChicago Hope
Linda Kellerd · 1994
9.0MovieTreasure Island: The Adventure Begins
Laura Wallace · 1994
7.7ShowFrasier
Bank Manager · 1993