Aisling O'Sullivan
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Aisling O'Sullivan (born 1968 in Tralee, County Kerry) is an award-winning Irish actress who starred in the movie The Butcher Boy as Francie's mentally unstable mother. O'Sullivan previously appeared briefly in another Neil Jordan film, Michael Collins. She had a part as the grieving mother who commits suicide in Six Shooter, playwright Martin McDonagh's Oscar-winning short film. She is familiar to Irish television audiences as Dr. Cathy Costello from Series 1 to Series 5 in the hugely popular drama series The Clinic, a role for which she has won an IFTA best actress award IN 2008. She garnered major acclaim for her performance as Widow Quin in Druid Theatre Company's 2004 production of The Playboy of the Western World, which toured throughout Ireland including her native Kerry, and also starred Cillian Murphy and Anne-Marie Duff. She also had a leading role in the Channel 4 thriller Shockers (1999). She is currently starring in Raw, an RTÉ drama based on a restaurant playing Restaurant Manager Fiona Kelly, in its second season. Description above from the Wikipedia article Aisling O'Sullivan, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Aisling O'Sullivan reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 21 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Aisling O'Sullivan'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 24% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Aisling O'Sullivan remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Six Shooter, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Aisling O'Sullivan Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Aisling O'Sullivan's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Aisling O'Sullivan.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | I Can't Go On | Mrs. Cunningham | Flop | Similar → |
| 2022 | Joyride | Mags | Average | Similar → |
| 2022 | The Sparrow | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2022 | First Date | Tina | Flop | Similar → |
| 2021 | The Approach | Anna | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | Debris | Margaret | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | Snap | Sandra | Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | A Film with Me in It | Policewoman | Average | Similar → |
| 2004 | Six Shooter | Woman | Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | The Chalk Up | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2003 | The Actors | Rita | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | Me & Mrs. Jones | Max | Average | Similar → |
| 2002 | The One and Only | Jenny | Flop | Similar → |
| 2001 | Parent's Night | Helena Turner | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | The Wyvern Mystery | Vrau | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | The Announcement | Liv | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | The War Zone | Carol | Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | The American | Claire De Cintré | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | The Butcher Boy | Ma Brady | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | Michael Collins | Girl in Bed | Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Runway One | Frances | Flop | Similar → |
Aisling O'Sullivan - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Aisling O'Sullivan?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Aisling O'Sullivan is "Six Shooter" with a rating of 7.2/10.
How many movies has Aisling O'Sullivan acted in?
Aisling O'Sullivan has been featured in at least 21 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Aisling O'Sullivan?
Other notable films include "Snap", "Michael Collins", and "The Butcher Boy".