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Donnie Darko

Gretchen Ross

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Gretchen Ross in Donnie Darko (2001), played by Jena Malone.

Film guide · 1 film · 2001 · 1 performer

THE MOVIE

Gretchen Ross on screen

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Film guide · 1 film · 2001Main sequence runtime: 1h 54m
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    2001 · 1h 54m

    Portrayed by Jena Malone · screen performance

    Jena Malone is credited as Gretchen Ross in Donnie Darko (2001).

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THE PERFORMANCE

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Jena Malone plays Gretchen Ross in Donnie Darko.

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FILM AND PERFORMER CREDITS

Gretchen Ross screen credits

Screen credits: Donnie Darko (2001) — Jena Malone as Gretchen Ross.

WORDS THAT STAY WITH YOU

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“Donnie Darko? What the hell kind of name is that? It's like some sort of superhero or something.”

Donnie Darko (2001)

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