Emma Bird - Actor Profile

Emma Bird

Acting
Updated: May 10, 2026
4Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Birth Place: Liverpool, England

About Emma Bird

Emma successfully auditioned for her first professional role, Needle, written by Jimmy McGovern, directed by Gillies MacKinnon when she was 17 years old (BBC, 1990).  Having secured representation with Sally Long-Innes at ICM (now Independent Talent), she began a successful early career in television, most notably as series regular Maxine Price in Casualty (1992). Her experience grew in short films and features through her work with director Sandra Goldbacher in Seventeen, Piccadilly Circus by Night and The Governess, starring alongside Minnie Driver, (1997). Her notable theatre work includes The Good Hope, (adapted by Lee Hall), directed by Bill Brydon, (2002) at The Royal National Theatre, David Mamet’s Oleanna (Norwich Playhouse) and The Woods (The Finborough Theatre), and Terms of Abuse (by Jessica Townsend) at Hampstead Theatre amongst others. 

Emma Bird Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Emma Bird reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 4 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Emma Bird's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 50% of Emma Bird's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.

One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Needle, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Emma Bird Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Emma Bird's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Emma Bird has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1998 The Governess Rebecca Average Similar →
1995 Piccadilly Circus by Night Tanya Flop Similar →
1994 Seventeen - Hit Similar →
1990 Needle Paula Super Hit Similar →

Emma Bird - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Emma Bird?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Emma Bird is "Needle" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Emma Bird acted in?

Emma Bird has been featured in at least 4 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Emma Bird?

Other notable films include "Seventeen", "The Governess", and "Piccadilly Circus by Night".

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