Jennifer Ehle
ActingAbout Jennifer Ehle
Jennifer Ehle (born December 29, 1969) is an Anglo-American actress. She gained widespread recognition for her portrayal of Elizabeth Bennet in the BBC miniseries Pride and Prejudice (1995), a role that earned her the British Academy Television Award for Best Actress. Ehle has also made a significant impact on stage, winning two Tony Awards for her performances in Tom Stoppard's plays The Real Thing (2000) and The Coast of Utopia (2007). Her film credits include notable roles in The King's Speech (2010), Zero Dark Thirty (2012), and Fifty Shades of Grey (2015). Ehle has also appeared in various television series, such as The Looming Tower (2018) and The Good Fight (2022). Born in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, she is the daughter of English actress Rosemary Harris and American author John Ehle, and she trained at the Central School of Speech and Drama in London.
Jennifer Ehle Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Jennifer Ehle reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Jennifer Ehle's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 50% of Jennifer Ehle'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 Pride and Prejudice: From Page to Screen, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Jennifer Ehle Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Jennifer Ehle's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Jennifer Ehle has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | In Transit | Ilse | Average | Similar → |
| 2025 | East of Wall | Tracey Zimiga | Average | Similar → |
| 2022 | She Said | Laura Madden | Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | John and the Hole | Anna | Flop | Similar → |
| 2021 | Monster | Katherine O'Brien | Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | Saint Maud | Amanda | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Beneath the Blue Suburban Skies | Tina | Average | Similar → |
| 2019 | The Professor and the Madman | Ada Murray | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | The Wolf Hour | Margot | Flop | Similar → |
| 2018 | Take Point | L'agent Mackenzie | Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | Vox Lux | Josie | Average | Similar → |
| 2018 | The Miseducation of Cameron Post | Dr. Lydia Marsh | Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | Fifty Shades Freed | Carla | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | I Kill Giants | Mrs. Thorson | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | Detroit | Morgue Doctor | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | Fifty Shades Darker | Carla | Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | A Quiet Passion | Vinnie Dickinson | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | Little Men | Kathy Jardine | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | The Fundamentals of Caring | Elsa Conklin | Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Advantageous | Isa Cryer | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | Spooks: The Greater Good | Geraldine Maltby | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | A Little Chaos | Madame De Montespan | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | Fifty Shades of Grey | Carla | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | Black or White | Carol | Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | The Forger | Kim | Average | Similar → |
| 2014 | RoboCop | Liz Kline | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | Love, Marilyn | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Zero Dark Thirty | Jessica | Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | The Ides of March | Cindy Morris | Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | Contagion | Ally Hextall | Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | The Adjustment Bureau | Brooklyn Ice House Bartender | Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | The King's Speech | Myrtle Logue | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | The Greatest | Joan | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | Source of Pride: The Making of "Pride and Glory" | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | Pride and Glory | Abby Tierney | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | The Russell Girl | Lorainne Morrissey | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | The River King | Betsy Chase | Average | Similar → |
| 2002 | Possession | Christabel LaMotte | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | The Adventures of Young Indiana Jones: Adventures in the Secret Service | Empress Zita of Austria | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | Sunshine | Valerie Sonnenschein | Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | This Year's Love | Sophie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | Bedrooms and Hallways | Sally | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | Wilde | Constance Lloyd Wilde | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Paradise Road | Rosemary Leighton-Jones | Average | Similar → |
| 1995 | Pride and Prejudice: From Page to Screen | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Beyond Reason | Penny McAllister | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | Pleasure | Emma Desneuves | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | Self Catering | Meryl | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | Backbeat | Cynthia Powell | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | Rik Mayall Presents: Micky Love | Tasmin | Hit | Similar → |
Jennifer Ehle - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Jennifer Ehle?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jennifer Ehle is "Pride and Prejudice: From Page to Screen" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Jennifer Ehle acted in?
Jennifer Ehle has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Jennifer Ehle?
Other notable films include "Source of Pride: The Making of "Pride and Glory"", "Self Catering", and "Pleasure".