Melissa George
ActingAbout Melissa George
Melissa Suzanne George (born 6 August 1976) is an Australian film and television actress who has worked in Australia, the United Kingdom and the United States. Melissa is perhaps best known for her role as Angel Parrish on the Australian soap opera Home and Away. The show was followed for appearances in the series, including Roar and Thieves. Melissa also has appeared in the hit shows Alias and In Treatment. Her film debut was in the neo-noir science fiction feature Dark City (1998), and later was cast in supporting roles in the films The Limey (1999) and David Lynch's drama Mulholland Dr. (2001). Other film appearances include the remake of The Amityville Horror (2005), the thriller Turistas (2006), and the vampire horror 30 Days of Night (2007). She has earned critical acclaim recently for her starring role in the psychological horror Triangle (2009). Description above from the Wikipedia article Melissa George, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Melissa George reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 30 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Melissa George's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 23% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Melissa George remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Gothica, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Melissa George Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Melissa George's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Melissa George.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Peaceful | Anna | Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | Canines | Elena | Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | Don't Go | Hazel | Flop | Similar → |
| 2017 | The Butterfly Tree | Evelyn | Average | Similar → |
| 2014 | Felony | Julie Toohey | Average | Similar → |
| 2014 | Dangerous Liaisons | Margot Belkin | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | Agent Provocateur: Control Yourself | The Rescuer | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | Gothica | Fiona Hunter | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Between Us | Sharyl | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | Swinging with the Finkels | Janet | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | A Lonely Place to Die | Alison | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | Second Chances | Kate Fisher | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | Triangle | Jess | Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | The Betrayed | Jamie | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | 30 Days of Night | Stella Oleson | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | WΔZ | Helen Westcott | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | Music Within | Christine | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | Turistas | Pru | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | The Making of Derailed | Deanna Schine (archive footage) (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Derailed | Deanna Schine | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | The Amityville Horror | Kathy Lutz | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | L.A. Confidential | Lynn Bracken | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | Down with Love | Elkie | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | New Port South | Amanda | Flop | Similar → |
| 2001 | Mulholland Drive | Camilla Rhodes | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | Sugar & Spice | Cleo Miller | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | The Limey | Jennifer 'Jenny' Wilson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | Dark City | May | Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | Hollyweird | Caril Ann | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | Fable | - | Flop | Similar → |
Melissa George - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Melissa George?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Melissa George is "Gothica" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Melissa George acted in?
Melissa George has been featured in at least 30 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Melissa George?
Other notable films include "Mulholland Drive", "Dark City", and "Peaceful".