Mara Elizabeth Wilson (born on July 24th 1987 in Burbank, California, USA) is an American playwright and author and former child actress. She is best known for appearing in films such as "Mrs. Doubtfire", "A Simple Wish", the 1994 remake of "Miracle on 34th Street", and "Matilda". She is currently into stage acting and is planning to write young adult novels.
She played Lily in Thomas and the Magic Railroad. Before meeting Britt Allcroft and agreeing to take the role, she did a lot of research on both the television series and Allcroft.
Filmography
Films
Television
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Trivia
- Thomas and the Magic Railroad was Mara's last role before she retired from the film industry.
- Mara appeared with Pierce Brosnan in "Mrs. Doubtfire".
- Mara and Shining Time Station actress Teri Garr both starred in "A Simple Wish".
- Mara's book tiled "Where Am I Now?: True Stories of Girlhood and Accidental Fame" was released on September 13th 2016.
- Mara's favourite engine is James.
Gallery
Voice Card
Mara Wilson on board The Rainbow Sun on set of Magic Railroad
Mara Wilson on board Lady on set of Magic Railroad
Mara Wilson, Cody McMains, Peter Fonda, Alec Baldwin, and Michael E. Rodgers at the premiere in Century City, California
