Maria Thelma Smáradóttir - Actor Profile

Maria Thelma Smáradóttir

Acting
Updated: May 08, 2026
7Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Jan 22, 1993
Birth Place: Iceland

About Maria Thelma Smáradóttir

An Icelandic actress who graduated from the Iceland Academy of Arts in 2016, just out of school she played Iris in the very well received TV series Prisoners (Fangar). Early 2017, she starred in the short film Miss Iceland that will premiere at the Reykjavík Film Festival (RIFF). María Thelma movie debut is Arctic where she had the privilege to star opposite Mads Mikkelsen. Arctic screen at Cannes Film Festival as part of the 'Official Selection' lineup. Maria Thelma currently under contract at the National Theatre of Iceland.

Known For: Acting

Maria Thelma Smáradóttir Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Maria Thelma Smáradóttir reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 7 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Maria Thelma Smáradóttir's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 43% of Maria Thelma Smáradóttir'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 Sorrow Eats the Heart, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Maria Thelma Smáradóttir Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Maria Thelma Smáradóttir's career based on audience ratings.

★10.0
Sorrow Eats the Heart (2023) movie poster
★10.0

Sorrow Eats the Heart: After a heartbreaking split with his girlfriend, acting student Angantýr goes through various stages of grief while prep

Sorrow Eats the Heart

2023•Comedy
★10.0
I (2018) movie poster
★10.0

I: A young trans person travels to the city in search of the freedom to be themselves

I

2018•Family
★6.5
Arctic (2018) movie poster
★6.5

Arctic: A man stranded in the Arctic is finally about to receive his long awaited rescue. However, after a tragic accident, his

Arctic

2018•Drama
★6.0
Hver drap Friðrik Dór? (2021) movie poster
★6.0

Hver drap Friðrik Dór?: Villi Neto investigates the potential death of singer Friðrik Dór. On his hunt for truth Villi discovers that the conspi

Hver drap Friðrik Dór?

2021•Comedy
★5.9
Black's Game (2012) movie poster
★5.9

Black's Game: In the mid to late '90s, the Reykjavik crime and drug scene saw a drastic change from a relatively small and innocent wo

Black's Game

2012•Drama

Full Filmography

Every movie Maria Thelma Smáradóttir has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2023 Sorrow Eats the Heart Acting Student Super Hit Similar →
2021 Hver drap Friðrik Dór? Vigdís Pétursdóttir Average Similar →
2019 Forget You Olivia Flop Similar →
2018 Arctic Young Woman Hit Similar →
2018 I - Super Hit Similar →
2018 Miss Iceland Gríma Flop Similar →
2012 Black's Game Dagný's Friend Average Similar →

Maria Thelma Smáradóttir - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Maria Thelma Smáradóttir?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Maria Thelma Smáradóttir is "Sorrow Eats the Heart" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Maria Thelma Smáradóttir acted in?

Maria Thelma Smáradóttir has been featured in at least 7 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Maria Thelma Smáradóttir?

Other notable films include "I", "Arctic", and "Hver drap Friðrik Dór?".

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