Essie Davis

Essie Davis

55 · Born: Jan 19, 1970

Personal Details

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BornJan 19, 1970 Hobart, Tasmania, Australia
Parents
  • Mary Davis
  • George Davis

Biography

Esther Davis is a multifaceted Australian actress and singer, whose impressive body of work has garnered widespread recognition and acclaim.

One of her most notable and iconic roles is that of Phryne Fisher, a charismatic and intelligent private detective, in the popular television series Miss Fisher's Murder Mysteries, as well as its film adaptation, Miss Fisher & the Crypt of Tears.

Davis's impressive range as an actress is further exemplified by her portrayal of Amelia Vanek, a complex and intriguing character, in the psychological horror film The Babadook.

In addition to her work in television and film, Davis has also made a significant impact on the small screen, with a recurring role as Lady Crane in season six of the hit HBO series Game of Thrones.

Furthermore, Davis has demonstrated her versatility as an actress by taking on the role of Sister Iphigenia in the television series Lambs of God, showcasing her ability to bring depth and nuance to a wide range of characters.

Davis's most recent notable role is that of Ellen Kelly, a pivotal character in the historical drama film True History of the Kelly Gang, directed by the acclaimed filmmaker Justin Kurzel.

Throughout her career, Esther Davis has consistently demonstrated her talent, range, and dedication to her craft, earning her a reputation as one of Australia's most respected and sought-after actresses.

Career

2025
Alien: Earth
Alien: Earth as Dame Sylvia
2024
One Day
One Day as Alison
2023
Fungi: The Web of Life
Fungi: The Web of Life as Narrator (voice)
2021
Nitram
Nitram as Helen
Lambs of God
Lambs of God as Sister Iphigenia
2017
The White Princess
The White Princess as Elizabeth Woodville
The Last Post
The Last Post as Martha Franklin
2016
Assassin's Creed
Assassin's Creed as Mary Lynch
Mindhorn
Mindhorn as Patricia Deville
Game of Thrones
Game of Thrones as Lady Crane
2014
A Poet in New York
A Poet in New York as Caitlin Thomas
The Babadook
The Babadook as Amelia Vanek
2011
The Slap
The Slap as Anouk
Cloudstreet
Cloudstreet as Dolly Pickles
South Solitary
South Solitary as Alma Stanley
2008
Australia
Australia as Katherine
2006
Sweeney Todd
Sweeney Todd as Mrs Lovett
The Silence
The Silence as Juliet Moore
Charlotte's Web
Charlotte's Web as Mrs. Arable
2005
2003
The Pact
The Pact as Helene Davis
Girl with a Pearl Earring
Girl with a Pearl Earring as Catharina Bolnes Vermeer
Code 46
Code 46 as Doctor
2000
Halifax f.p.
Halifax f.p. as Alison Blount
1997
River Street
River Street as Wendy Davis
The Ripper
The Ripper as Evelyn Bookman
Blackrock
Blackrock as Det. Gilhooley
1996
1994