Siobhán McKenna
Actress
64 years (May 24, 1922 – Nov 16, 1986)Belfast, Northern Ireland, UK
Put Siobhán McKenna on a call sheet and you have a reliable British actress, useful in the parts that carry a story without owning it. 'Doctor Zhivago' is the entry that turns a familiar face into a name, thanks to Anna. 'King of Kings' adds a second point of recognition. The career ran for 79 years from first credit to last. Drama accounts for the largest share of the list. Her name is attached to 18 productions.
Siobhán McKenna
Actress
Put Siobhán McKenna on a call sheet and you have a reliable British actress, useful in the parts that carry a story without owning it. 'Doctor Zhivago' is the entry that turns a familiar face into a name, thanks to Anna. 'King of Kings' adds a second point of recognition. The career ran for 79 years from first credit to last. Drama accounts for the largest share of the list. Her name is attached to 18 productions.
Movies: 13 titles
Plays Anna
Doctor Zhivago
1965
Plays Mary
King of Kings
1961
Plays Marie
The Lost People
1949
Plays Emily Beaudine
Daughter of Darkness
1948
Plays Iroz
Memed My Hawk
1984
Plays Nora Nesbitt
Of Human Bondage
1964
Plays Pegeen Mike
The Playboy of the Western World
1962
Plays Madge
Philadelphia, Here I Come
1975
Plays Kate Donovan
Hungry Hill
1947
Plays Anne Hunter
Fortune in Diamonds
1951
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Roald Dahl’s Tales of the Unexpected: The Landlady
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Memed My Hawk
Iroz
1984
The Last Days of Pompeii
Fortunata · 3 episodes
1984–
Tales of the Unexpected
Mrs Grady
1981Season 4
Playhouse
Bridget Hitler
1980Season 7
Juno and the Paycock
Mrs. Tancred
1980
Tales of the Unexpected
Mrs Grady
1979Season 1
Circasia
Clown
1976
Philadelphia, Here I Come
Madge
1975
Theatre 625
Ursula Maria Torpe
1966Season 4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Siobhán McKenna still alive?
Siobhán McKenna passed away on November 16, 1986 at age 64.
What are the most famous roles of Siobhán McKenna?
Siobhán McKenna is best known for roles in Doctor Zhivago, King of Kings, Of Human Bondage.
How many movies has Siobhán McKenna been in?
Over a 39-year career (since 1947), Siobhán McKenna has appeared in 13 movies and 5 TV shows.
What was Siobhán McKenna's first movie?
The career of Siobhán McKenna began with Hungry Hill (1947).
What is Siobhán McKenna's most recent movie or series?
Siobhán McKenna's most recent release is Angels in the Annexe, which premiered on December 24, 1984.
What TV shows has Siobhán McKenna appeared in?
On television, Siobhán McKenna has appeared in Tales of the Unexpected, The Last Days of Pompeii, Hallmark Hall of Fame, Theatre 625.
Siobhán McKenna
1922-05-24 · Belfast, Northern Ireland, UK
Siobhán McKenna (May 24, 1922 – November 16, 1986) was an Irish actress acclaimed for her captivating stage and screen performances. Her accolades include three Irish Film and Television Awards and a BAFTA. She was also honored with a prestigious CBE in 1977 for her contributions to the arts. Beyond her acting work, McKenna was deeply committed to preserving and promoting Irish culture and was an outspoken advocate for human rights and social justice causes.