
Hera Hilmar
ActingAbout Hera Hilmar
Hera Hilmarsdóttir (known professionally as Hera Hilmar) (born 27 December 1988) is an Icelandic actress. She was the lead actress in the 2018 film Mortal Engines. Other notable roles are Vanessa in the television series Da Vinci's Demons and Eik in the Icelandic film Life in a Fishbowl.
Hera Hilmar Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Hera Hilmar reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 25 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Hera Hilmar's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 20% of Hera Hilmar'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 Hangashore, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Hera Hilmar Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Hera Hilmar's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Hera Hilmar has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Turbulence | Emmy | Hit | Similar → |
| 2025 | Hangashore | Vera | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2024 | House for Sale | Sæunn | Flop | Similar → |
| 2022 | Driving Mum | Kona á strönd / Leikari 4 | Average | Similar → |
| 2022 | A Letter from Helga | Helga | Flop | Similar → |
| 2020 | The Last Dance | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | The Wish | Halla | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | Interdependence | The Woman (segment "Last Dance") | Flop | Similar → |
| 2018 | Mortal Engines | Hester Shaw | Average | Similar → |
| 2018 | The Ashram | Sophie | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | An Ordinary Man | Tanja | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | The Ottoman Lieutenant | Lillie Rowe | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | The Oath | Anna | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | Alleycats | Trix | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | Get Santa | WPC Boyle | Average | Similar → |
| 2014 | Life in a Fishbowl | Eik | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | The Fifth Estate | Wikileaks Staffer #2 | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | We Are the Freaks | Iona | Flop | Similar → |
| 2012 | Anna Karenina | Varya | Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | Undercurrent | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | Two Birds | Lára | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | The Quiet Storm | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2006 | An Ordinary Day | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | No Trace | Barn | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Tears of Stone | - | Flop | Similar → |
Hera Hilmar - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Hera Hilmar?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Hera Hilmar is "Hangashore" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Hera Hilmar acted in?
Hera Hilmar has been featured in at least 25 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Hera Hilmar?
Other notable films include "The Last Dance", "Undercurrent", and "Anna Karenina".




