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Emily Deschanel
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Emily Deschanel

Born 1976 · Los Angeles, California, USA · Active 1975–2024

Emily Deschanel, born in 1976, is an American actress known for her compelling performances. In Boogeyman (2005), she plays a pivotal role that contrasts sharply with her iconic portrayal of Dr. Temperance Brennan in the long-running series Bones. This horror film allows Deschanel to explore the darker side of her craft, contributing to the cult cinema landscape with her nuanced performance. Her work in Boogeyman adds depth to her filmography, illustrating her versatility beyond procedural drama.

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Boogeyman

Boogeyman

2005 ★ 5.0
as Kate Houghton

Every culture has one – the horrible monster fueling young children's nightmares. But for Tim, the Boogeyman still lives in his memories as a creature that devoured his father 16 years ago. Is the Boogeyman real, or did Tim make it up to explain why his father abandoned his family?

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Filmography

52 credits
2020s 4 credits
2024
Continue as Janet Tex
Movie ★ 4.3
2024
ReEntry as Elenore
Movie
2023
Big Boys as Nicole
Movie ★ 6.1
2022
Devil in Ohio as Suzanne Mathis
TV ★ 6.5
2010s 12 credits
2019
TV ★ 6.4
2018
The Rookie as Sarah Nolan
TV ★ 8.5
2017
TV ★ 6.1
2016
TV ★ 7.7
2015
Unity as Narrator (voice)
Movie ★ 7.5
2015
TV ★ 5.2
2014
BoJack Horseman as Bones (voice)
TV ★ 8.5
2013
Sleepy Hollow as Dr. Temperance Brennan
TV ★ 7.4
2013
Drunk History as Babe Didrikson
TV ★ 6.8
2013
Drunk History as Marina Raskova
TV ★ 6.8
2011
The Perfect Family as Shannon Cleary
Movie ★ 4.5
2000s 22 credits
2009
My Sister's Keeper as Dr. Farquad
Movie ★ 7.4
2009
The Cleveland Show as Julia Roberts (voice)
TV ★ 5.9
2009
TV ★ 6.0
2009
The Cleveland Show as Emily Deschanel (Voice)
TV ★ 5.9
2008
Movie
2008
Free Radio as Emily Deschanel
TV
2006
Glory Road as Mary Haskins
Movie ★ 7.4
2005
Boogeyman as Kate Houghton
Movie ★ 5.0
2005
Mute as Claire
Movie ★ 6.3
2005
Bones as Temperance 'Bones' Brennan
TV ★ 8.2
2005
TV ★ 4.8
2005
American Dad! as Emily Deschanel (voice)
TV ★ 7.0
2004
Spider-Man 2 as Receptionist
Movie ★ 7.3
2004
The Alamo as Rosanna Travis
Movie ★ 5.8
2003
Cold Mountain as Mrs. Morgan
Movie ★ 6.9
2003
Easy as Laura Harris
Movie ★ 5.8
2003
TV ★ 5.4
2002
Rose Red as Pam Asbury
TV ★ 6.8
2001
The Heart Department as Maude Allyn
Movie ★ 5.5
2001
Crossing Jordan as Michelle
TV ★ 7.2
1990s 6 credits
1999
Providence as Annie Frank
TV ★ 6.7
1999
TV ★ 7.9
1997
The View as Self
TV ★ 4.4
1994
It Could Happen to You as Paint-Throwing Fur Activist
Movie ★ 6.7
1993
TV ★ 7.3
1980s 1 credit
1989
The Simpsons as Emily Deschanel (voice)
TV ★ 8.0
1970s 1 credit
1975
People's Choice Awards as Self - Presenter
TV ★ 9.2
s 1 credit
Movie
Crew Credits
2020s 1 credit
2022
A Decent Home Executive Producer
Movie ★ 6.0
2010s 1 credit
2012
Movie ★ 10.0
2000s 3 credits
2005
Bones Producer
TV ★ 8.2
2005
Bones Director
TV ★ 8.2
2005
Bones Co-Producer
TV ★ 8.2