Natalie Merchant

Acting

Freshness: Jan 13, 2026

12Total Films

8.5 Highest Rated

Born: Oct 26, 1963

Birth Place: Jamestown, New York, USA

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Natalie Merchant reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 12 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Music

The majority of Natalie Merchant's filmography leans towards the Music 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 50% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Natalie Merchant remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in 10000 Maniacs: MTV Unplugged, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Natalie Merchant Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Natalie Merchant's career based on audience ratings.

★8.5

10000 Maniacs: MTV Unplugged (1993) movie poster

★8.5

10000 Maniacs: MTV Unplugged — MTV Unplugged is a 1993 live album by 10,000 Maniacs. The music was recorded for the MTV Unplugged series and it was als

10000 Maniacs: MTV Unplugged

1993•Music

★8.5

Natalie Merchant - VH1 Storytellers (2005) movie poster

★8.5

Natalie Merchant - VH1 Storytellers — Natalie Merchant got her start at age 17 as the lead singer of the folk-pop outfit 10,000 Maniacs. Her silken voice and

Natalie Merchant - VH1 Storytellers

2005•Music

★8.0

Billy Bragg & Wilco: Man in the Sand (2005) movie poster

★8.0

Billy Bragg & Wilco: Man in the Sand — "Man in the Sand" is a 1999 music documentary that chronicles the collaboration between Billy Bragg and Wilco, which inv

Billy Bragg & Wilco: Man in the Sand

2005•Documentary

★8.0

Natalie Merchant - Live in Concert (1999) movie poster

★8.0

Natalie Merchant - Live in Concert — Live in Concert is a 1999 live album and DVD by Natalie Merchant. The album and DVD were recorded at the Neil Simon Thea

Natalie Merchant - Live in Concert

1999•Music

★8.0

Paradise Is There: A Memoir by Natalie Merchant (2015) movie poster

★8.0

Paradise Is There: A Memoir by Natalie Merchant — Natalie Merchant's entire musical life encapsulated in this very personal film, which digs deep into the music through l

Paradise Is There: A Memoir by Natalie Merchant

2015•Documentary

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Natalie Merchant.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2025	Lilith Fair: Building a Mystery	Self	Super Hit	Similar →
2025	Kerouac's Road: The Beat of a Nation	Self	Average	Similar →
2015	Paradise Is There: A Memoir by Natalie Merchant	-	Super Hit	Similar →
2011	A Child's Garden of Poetry	Self (voice)	Flop	Similar →
2007	Cowboy Junkies: Trinity Revisited	-	Flop	Similar →
2005	Billy Bragg & Wilco: Man in the Sand	Self	Super Hit	Similar →
2005	Natalie Merchant - VH1 Storytellers	Vocals	Super Hit	Similar →
2003	Go Further	Self	Average	Similar →
1999	Natalie Merchant - Live in Concert	Vocals, Piano	Super Hit	Similar →
1998	Natalie Merchant: Ophelia	Ophelia / Herself	Flop	Similar →
1996	1996 VH1 Honors	self	Flop	Similar →
1993	10000 Maniacs: MTV Unplugged	Self	Super Hit	Similar →

Natalie Merchant - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Natalie Merchant?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Natalie Merchant is "10000 Maniacs: MTV Unplugged" with a rating of 8.5/10.

How many movies has Natalie Merchant acted in?

Natalie Merchant has been featured in at least 12 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Natalie Merchant?

Other notable films include "Natalie Merchant - VH1 Storytellers", "Billy Bragg & Wilco: Man in the Sand", and "Natalie Merchant - Live in Concert".