Frances Ruffelle
ActingAbout Frances Ruffelle
Frances Ruffelle (born 29 August 1965) is an English musical theatre actress and singer. She won a Tony Award in 1987, and represented the United Kingdom in the 1994 Eurovision Song Contest with the song "Lonely Symphony (We Will Be Free)", finishing 10th. The song became a UK Top 30 hit. In 1984, Ruffelle starred as Dinah in the original West End production of Starlight Express. From 1985, she was the original Éponine in the first English-language productions of Les Misérables in the West End and on Broadway, winning the 1987 Tony Award for Best Featured Actress in a Musical. Other stage roles include Yonah in Children of Eden (1991), Roxie Hart in Chicago (2003–04, 2007), the title role in Piaf (2013), Bella in The A–Z of Mrs P (2014), and Queenie in The Wild Party. Her albums include Fragile (1994), Frances Ruffelle (1998), Showgirl (2004), Imperfectly Me (2010), and I Say Yeh-Yeh (2015).
Frances Ruffelle Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Frances Ruffelle reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 15 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Frances Ruffelle's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 47% of Frances Ruffelle'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 Les Misérables: 25th Anniversary in Concert, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Frances Ruffelle Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Frances Ruffelle's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Frances Ruffelle has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Locked Down | Neighbour | Flop | Similar → |
| 2017 | Long Forgotten Fields | Sue Foster | Flop | Similar → |
| 2017 | How to be Human | Maria | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | Devil's Tower | Kim | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | Les Misérables: The History of the World's Greatest Story | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Les Misérables | Whore 1 | Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | Les Mis at 25: Matt Lucas Dreams the Dream | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | Les Misérables: 25th Anniversary in Concert | Eponine (1985 Cast) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | Broadway's Lost Treasures II | Eponine Thénardier (segment "Les Misérables") | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | Secrets & Lies | Young Mother | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Marks | Christening Guest | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | P'tang, Yang, Kipperbang | Eunice | Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | The Wildcats of St Trinian's | Angela Hall / Princess Roxanne | Flop | Similar → |
| 1975 | The Hiding Place | Sarah Van Der Weghe (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| N/A | Les Misérables: In Concert at Hylands Park | Eponine | Flop | Similar → |
Frances Ruffelle - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Frances Ruffelle?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Frances Ruffelle is "Les Misérables: 25th Anniversary in Concert" with a rating of 8.3/10.
How many movies has Frances Ruffelle acted in?
Frances Ruffelle has been featured in at least 15 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Frances Ruffelle?
Other notable films include "Broadway's Lost Treasures II", "Les Misérables: The History of the World's Greatest Story", and "Secrets & Lies".