Lea Thompson is an American actress renowned for her film career, particularly in the 1980s. She is widely recognized for her role as Lorraine Baines McFly in the successful *Back to the Future* trilogy, playing the character across different eras.

In the 1980s, she cemented her fame with other iconic films such as *Howard the Duck* (1986) and John Hughes's teen movie *Some Kind of Wonderful* (1987). Thompson often portrayed charming female characters, sometimes eccentric or strong-willed. She demonstrated versatility, transitioning from romantic comedy to science fiction, often embodying resilient and charismatic figures. Although she also worked in television, her most significant mark remains in film, making her an iconic face of the 1980s.