Kate O'Mara

Acting

Freshness: Jan 13, 2026

27Total Films

10.0 Highest Rated

Born: Aug 10, 1939

Birth Place: Leicester, England

About Kate O'Mara

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Kate O'Mara (born 10 August 1939, in Leicester) is an English film, stage and television actress. She is perhaps best known for her role as Caress Morell, Alexis Carrington's sister in Dynasty. She also played the villain, The Rani in Doctor Who. Description above from the Wikipedia article Kate O'Mara, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Kate O'Mara reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 27 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Kate O'Mara's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.

The "Box Office" Signature

With a 11% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Kate O'Mara remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Saint Steps In... To Television, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Kate O'Mara Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Kate O'Mara's career based on audience ratings.

★10.0

The Saint Steps In... To Television —

The Saint Steps In... To Television

2008

★7.3

★7.3

The Plank — Classic short British comedy, full of stars, about two workmen delivering planks to a building site. This is done with m

The Plank

1979•Comedy

★7.0

★7.0

Home and Away — When George discovers that he has won the pools, there is huge excitement in the household. But it turns out that it's h

Home and Away

1956•Drama

★6.3

★6.3

Captain Clegg — A captain and his sailors investigate the rampaging "Marsh Phantoms" terrorizing a coastal town, but their search is hin

Captain Clegg

1962•Adventure

★6.3

★6.3

The Vampire Lovers — In the heart of Styria the Karnstein Family, even after their mortal deaths, rise from their tombs spreading evil in the

The Vampire Lovers

1970•Horror

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Kate O'Mara.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2025	Doctor Who: Wish World & The Reality War	The Rani (archive footage) (uncredited)	Flop	Similar →
2010	The Last Chance Saloon	-	Flop	Similar →
2008	The Saint Steps In... To Television	Herself	Super Hit	Similar →
2006	Lords and Luddites: Making 'The Mark of the Rani'	-	Flop	Similar →
1994	Aladdin	Madam Roly Poly (voice)	Flop	Similar →
1993	Doctor Who: Dimensions in Time	The Rani	Flop	Similar →
1992	Beauty and the Beast	Lucinda (voice)	Flop	Similar →
1990	Adventures in the Skin Trade	Self	Flop	Similar →
1987	Doctor Who: Time and the Rani	The Rani	Average	Similar →
1985	Doctor Who: The Mark of the Rani	The Rani	Average	Similar →
1979	The Plank	Concerned Passerby	Hit	Similar →
1978	The Nativity	Salome	Average	Similar →
1978	An Unknown Friend	Karen Linden	Flop	Similar →
1976	Machinegunner	Pat Livingston	Flop	Similar →
1976	Whose Child Am I?	Barbara Martin	Flop	Similar →
1974	The Tamarind Seed	Anna Skriabina	Average	Similar →
1970	The Horror of Frankenstein	Alys	Average	Similar →
1970	The Vampire Lovers	The Governess (Mme. Perrodot)	Average	Similar →
1970	Cannon for Cordoba	-	Average	Similar →
1969	The Limbo Line	-	Flop	Similar →
1969	The Desperados	Adah	Flop	Similar →
1968	Great Catherine	Varinka	Average	Similar →
1968	Corruption	Val Nolan	Average	Similar →
1968	Promenade	Laura	Flop	Similar →
1967	Welcome to Japan, Mr. Bond	Moneypenny's assistant	Average	Similar →
1962	Captain Clegg	Girl at Inn (Uncredited)	Average	Similar →
1956	Home and Away	Annie Knowles	Hit	Similar →

Kate O'Mara - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Kate O'Mara?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Kate O'Mara is "The Saint Steps In... To Television" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Kate O'Mara acted in?

Kate O'Mara has been featured in at least 27 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Kate O'Mara?

Other notable films include "The Plank", "Home and Away", and "Captain Clegg".