Margaret Umbers

Acting

5Total Films

6.1 Highest Rated

Birth Place: New Zealand

About Margaret Umbers

Margaret Umbers is a New Zealander actress. After being kidnapped by Bruno Lawrence in Smash Palace (1981) and battling mutants in Death Warmed Up (1984), Margaret (aka Makareta) Umbers was one of the bandmembers on TV’s Heroes (1984-1986). An actor since age eight, she later acted and sang in Australia, before her character faked medical qualifications and tried to kill Chris Warner on Shortland Street (1992). These days Umbers sings in bands, and manages a Northland music studio.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Margaret Umbers reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 5 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Margaret Umbers'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 0% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Margaret Umbers remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Smash Palace, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Margaret Umbers Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Margaret Umbers's career based on audience ratings.

★6.1

★6.1

Smash Palace — Al Shaw's life revolves around motor racing and his back country junkyard, the "Smash Palace". His French wife, Jacqui,

Smash Palace

1981•Drama

★4.8

★4.8

Mr. Wrong — A small town woman, fresh to the city, buys a used Jaguar haunted by the ghost of a woman who was slain in it.

Mr. Wrong

1986•Drama

★4.3

★4.3

Death Warmed Up — A kid is hypnotized by a scientist to kill his parents and ends in a mental institution. As a grown up he returns to see

Death Warmed Up

1984•Horror

★2.8

★2.8

Bridge to Nowhere — Kids on an outing in the forest come up against a mysterious hermit who lives on the other side of a bridge, and he is d

Bridge to Nowhere

1986•Drama

★0.0

★0.0

Midriff — A Kiwi rock star, turned Hollywood actor, returns home, and meets one of his biggest fans for the first time. Their conv

Midriff

2019•Comedy

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Margaret Umbers.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2019	Midriff	Hinemoa	Flop	Similar →
1986	Bridge to Nowhere	Tanya	Flop	Similar →
1986	Mr. Wrong	Samantha	Flop	Similar →
1984	Death Warmed Up	Sandy	Flop	Similar →
1981	Smash Palace	Rose	Average	Similar →

Margaret Umbers - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Margaret Umbers?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Margaret Umbers is "Smash Palace" with a rating of 6.1/10.

How many movies has Margaret Umbers acted in?

Margaret Umbers has been featured in at least 5 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Margaret Umbers?

Other notable films include "Mr. Wrong", "Death Warmed Up", and "Bridge to Nowhere".