Which actress played Amanda Kirby in Jurassic Park III?

Téa Leoni played Amanda Kirby in Jurassic Park III.

Amanda Kirby is one half of the married couple who recruit Dr. Alan Grant for the expedition to Isla Sorna. She and her husband, Paul Kirby, claim to want Grant’s expertise for an aerial tour of the island, but they conceal the real purpose of the trip: finding their son Erik, who has been missing for roughly eight weeks.

Once the group lands, Amanda becomes directly involved in the dangerous search through the dinosaur-inhabited island. Her fear, determination, and grief drive much of the rescue mission, while her strained relationship with Paul reflects the family crisis at the center of the story. Leoni’s performance balances Amanda’s panic with her willingness to confront the threats around her.

The role is sometimes confused with earlier Jurassic Park heroines. Laura Dern played Dr. Ellie Sattler in the first film and briefly returned in Jurassic Park III, while Julianne Moore played Sarah Harding in The Lost World: Jurassic Park. Ariana Richards played Lex Murphy in the original film. Amanda Kirby, however, is Téa Leoni’s character.