Jessica McNamee
Actress
40 years (Feb 21, 1986)Sydney, Australia
Known for
An Australian actress who has built a career across Australian and American film and television. She featured in the creature blockbuster 'The Meg' (2018) and played Sonya Blade in the 2021 reboot of 'Mortal Kombat', a role she is set to reprise in 'Mortal Kombat II' (2026). She first gained recognition on Australian series such as 'Packed to the Rafters' and 'Sirens'. Athletic and personable on screen, she has moved steadily into studio action and genre fare. She is an Australian actress increasingly known to international audiences through franchise work.
Jessica McNamee
Actress
Known for
An Australian actress who has built a career across Australian and American film and television. She featured in the creature blockbuster 'The Meg' (2018) and played Sonya Blade in the 2021 reboot of 'Mortal Kombat', a role she is set to reprise in 'Mortal Kombat II' (2026). She first gained recognition on Australian series such as 'Packed to the Rafters' and 'Sirens'. Athletic and personable on screen, she has moved steadily into studio action and genre fare. She is an Australian actress increasingly known to international audiences through franchise work.
Movies: 13 titles
Plays Sonya Blade
Mortal Kombat II
2026
Plays Lori
The Meg
2018
Plays Sonya Blade
Mortal Kombat
2021
Plays Gwen
The Vow
2012
Plays Margaret Court
Battle of the Sexes
2017
Plays Lindsey Taylor
CHiPs
2017
Plays Catherine
Evil Dead Wrath
2028
Plays Jennifer
Black Water: Abyss
2020
Plays Mia
The Loved Ones
2010
Plays Maia
The Visitor
2022
Plays Jenna
The Neighbor
2020
Plays Izzy
Locusts
2020
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Jessica McNamee and where are they from?
Jessica McNamee is 40 years old, born on February 21, 1986 in Sydney, Australia.
What are the most famous roles of Jessica McNamee?
Jessica McNamee is best known for roles in The Meg, Mortal Kombat, The Vow.
How many movies has Jessica McNamee been in?
Over a 16-year career (since 2010), Jessica McNamee has appeared in 13 movies and 4 TV shows.
What was Jessica McNamee's first movie?
The career of Jessica McNamee began with The Loved Ones (2010).
What is Jessica McNamee's most recent movie or series?
Jessica McNamee's most recent release is Mortal Kombat II, which premiered on May 6, 2026.
What TV shows has Jessica McNamee appeared in?
On television, Jessica McNamee has appeared in White Collar, Upright, Sirens, Packed to the Rafters.
Does Jessica McNamee have any upcoming projects?
Yes, Jessica McNamee's upcoming work includes: Evil Dead Wrath (2028).
Jessica McNamee
1986-02-21 · Sydney, Australia
McNamee secured a role in the Australian soap opera Home and Away playing the role of Lisa Duffy and later went on to star as Sammy Rafter in the television series Packed to the Rafters. In 2009, McNamee was a contestant on the ninth series of Dancing with the Stars. She was partnered with dancer Stefano Olivieri and they were eliminated before the final. The role of Sammy left McNamee keen to lose the "good girl" image the role created. In the series production breaks she decided to take on different roles. McNamee starred in the horror film The Loved Ones; which premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival in 2009.