The following American film actresses are listed alphabetically. It contains both actresses born American and those who acquired American nationality later. Some actors who are well known for both film and TV work are also included in the list of American television actresses. Key to entries: born in Nation: this person was born abroad but was American by birthNationality-born: this person acquired American citizenship later in lifea range is birth–death yearsif year of death only is known, that is stated explicitly
