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Catherine O’Hara Movies And TV Shows: Legendary actor Catherine O’Hara passed away at the age of 71 on Friday, leaving the global entertainment industry in deep shock. The news sparked an outpouring of tributes from fans, co-stars and filmmakers who celebrated her remarkable career and unforgettable screen presence.

Catherine O’Hara was best known for her performances in classic films such as “Home Alone,” “Beetlejuice” and “Best in Show.” On television, she became a cultural icon for her role as the eccentric Moira Rose in “Schitt’s Creek,” a character that earned her widespread acclaim and major awards. Most recently, she was seen as former studio boss Patty Leigh in “The Studio.” Below is a look at her most iconic films and television shows, along with details on where audiences can stream them online.

 
 
 
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Second City Television (SCTV) (1976–1984)

Catherine O’Hara rose to prominence on the Canadian sketch comedy series “Second City Television (SCTV).” She starred alongside John Candy, Eugene Levy, Andrea Martin, Rick Moranis and Martin Short. Her memorable characters, including Lola Heatherton, helped define the show and made her a breakout comedy star. Select clips and seasons are available on SCTV’s YouTube channel.

Schitt’s Creek (2015–2020)

One of O’Hara’s most celebrated roles came with “Schitt’s Creek,” where she played Moira Rose, a former soap opera actress forced to rebuild her life in a small town. The series starred Eugene Levy, Dan Levy and Annie Murphy and became a global hit. O’Hara won an Emmy Award for her performance. Available to watch on Hulu, Fubo, Amazon

Home Alone (1990)

In the beloved Christmas classic “Home Alone,” O’Hara portrayed Kate McCallister, the frantic mother of Kevin McCallister, played by Macaulay Culkin. The film remains one of the most-watched holiday movies of all time. Available to watch on Disney+

Best in Show (2000)

O’Hara delivered one of her funniest performances as Cookie Fleck in “Best in Show,” a mockumentary exploring the competitive world of dog shows. The film featured an ensemble cast including Eugene Levy, Christopher Guest and Parker Posey. Available to rent on Apple TV, Prime Video, YouTube.

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Beetlejuice (1988)

In Tim Burton’s cult classic “Beetlejuice,” O’Hara played Delia Deetz, the dramatic stepmother of Lydia Deetz. Her quirky performance added to the film’s enduring popularity. Available to watch on FuboTV, Prime Video, Apple TV.

A Series of Unfortunate Events (2017–2019)

O’Hara appeared as Dr. Georgina Orwell in Netflix’s adaptation of “A Series of Unfortunate Events.” The series starred Neil Patrick Harris and followed the darkly comic misadventures of three orphaned siblings. Available to watch on Netflix.

The Studio (2025)

In “The Studio,” O’Hara was praised for her scene-stealing role as Patty Leigh, a former studio executive navigating Hollywood chaos. The show starred Seth Rogen in the lead role. Available to watch on Apple TV+

The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993)

O’Hara lent her voice to Sally in “The Nightmare Before Christmas” and also voiced Shock. In 2023, she performed “Sally’s Song” live at the Hollywood Bowl, three decades after the film’s release. Available to watch on Disney+, Prime Video, YouTube.

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