Julia McKenzie - Actor Profile

Julia McKenzie

Acting
Updated: May 09, 2026
32Total Films
9.0 Highest Rated
Born: Feb 17, 1941
Birth Place: Enfield, Middlesex, England, UK

About Julia McKenzie

Julia Kathleen Nancy McKenzie CBE (born 17 February 1941) is an English actress, singer, presenter, and theatre director. ​She was awarded the Laurence Olivier Theatre Award in 1983 (1982 season) for Best Actress in a Musical, Guys and Dolls. She was awarded the Laurence Olivier Theatre Award in 1994 (1993 season) for Best Actress in a Musical for her performance in Sweeney Todd at the Royal National Theatre. She was awarded the 1987 London Evening Standard Theatre Award for Best Actress for her performance in Woman in Mind. Was nominated for Broadway's 1977 Tony Award as Best Actress (Featured Role - Musical) for "Side by Side by Sondheim" (under the name "Julie N. McKenzie").

Julia McKenzie Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Julia McKenzie reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 32 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 41% of Julia McKenzie'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 Dick Deadeye, or Duty Done, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Julia McKenzie Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Julia McKenzie's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Julia McKenzie has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2023 Allelujah Mrs Maudsley Flop Similar →
2022 Gangsta Granny Strikes Again Granny Flop Similar →
2022 Stephen Sondheim's Old Friends Self Super Hit Similar →
2021 Cameron Mackintosh - The First 50 Years Self Flop Similar →
2018 The Queen and I The Queen Mother Average Similar →
2013 Gangsta Granny Granny Average Similar →
2012 Happy and Glorious Queen's Double Hit Similar →
2008 Stanley Baxter: Now and Then Self - Narrator Flop Similar →
2007 You Can Choose Your Friends Margaret Snell Average Similar →
2007 Celebration Prue Average Similar →
2006 Notes on a Scandal Marjorie Hit Similar →
2006 These Foolish Things Miss Abernethy Average Similar →
2003 Bright Young Things Lottie Crump Average Similar →
1999 Jack and the Beanstalk Mavis Hit Similar →
1998 Hey, Mr. Producer! The Musical World of Cameron Mackintosh - Hit Similar →
1996 The Snow Queen's Revenge The Snow Queen / Freda / The Proprietor Average Similar →
1996 Vol-au-vent Audrey Average Similar →
1995 The Old Curiosity Shop Mrs Jartley Hit Similar →
1995 The Snow Queen Old Lady / Freda Hit Similar →
1992 Adam Bede Mrs. Poyser Hit Similar →
1989 Shirley Valentine Gillian Average Similar →
1987 Side by Side by Sondheim - Flop Similar →
1986 Hotel du Lac Jennifer Pusey Flop Similar →
1985 Absent Friends Diana Hit Similar →
1985 Dear Box Number Betty Wilson Flop Similar →
1985 Blott on the Landscape - Super Hit Similar →
1984 Henson's Place: The Man Behind the Muppets Narrator Hit Similar →
1983 Those Glory Glory Days Mrs Herrick Flop Similar →
1980 An Audience with Dame Edna Everage - Flop Similar →
1980 The Wildcats of St Trinian's Miss Dolly Dormancott Flop Similar →
1979 Ike Sybil Bryan Hit Similar →
1975 Dick Deadeye, or Duty Done Rose Maybud (voice) Super Hit Similar →

Julia McKenzie - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Julia McKenzie?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Julia McKenzie is "Dick Deadeye, or Duty Done" with a rating of 9.0/10.

How many movies has Julia McKenzie acted in?

Julia McKenzie has been featured in at least 32 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Julia McKenzie?

Other notable films include "Blott on the Landscape", "Stephen Sondheim's Old Friends", and "The Old Curiosity Shop".

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