Frances O'Connor

Frances O'Connor

58 · Born: Jun 12, 1967

Personal Details

BornJun 12, 1967 Wantage, Oxfordshire, England, UK

Biography

Frances Ann O'Connor, a multifaceted British-Australian actress and director, has made a significant impact in the film industry with her diverse range of roles in numerous movies and television shows.

One of her earliest notable roles was in the 1999 film adaptation of Jane Austen's classic novel "Mansfield Park", where she showcased her versatility as an actress.

In 2000, she appeared in the comedy film "Bedazzled", alongside Brendan Fraser and Elizabeth Hurley, demonstrating her ability to effortlessly transition between genres.

The same year, she also starred in the science fiction film "A.I. Artificial Intelligence", directed by Steven Spielberg, further cementing her status as a talented actress.

In 2002, O'Connor took on the role of Gwendolen Fairfax in the film adaptation of Oscar Wilde's "The Importance of Being Earnest", highlighting her impressive range and ability to excel in period dramas.

Her impressive filmography continued with roles in the 2003 historical drama "Timeline", alongside Paul Walker and Gerard Butler.

In addition to her film work, O'Connor has also received critical acclaim for her performances in television. She won the AACTA Award for Best Actress in a Leading Role for her outstanding performance in the 2009 film "Blessed".

Furthermore, she earned Golden Globe Award nominations for her performances in the 2000 television film "Madame Bovary" and the 2014 miniseries "The Missing", solidifying her reputation as a talented and versatile actress.

Throughout her career, O'Connor has consistently demonstrated her remarkable acting abilities, earning her a place among the most respected and sought-after actresses in the industry.

Career

2025
2020
Go Karts
Go Karts as Christie Hooper
The End
The End as Dr Kate Brennan
2016
The Conjuring 2
The Conjuring 2 as Peggy Hodgson
Cleverman
Cleverman as Charlotte Cleary
2015
Mercy
Mercy as Rebecca
The Missing
The Missing as Emily Hughes
2013
Jayne Mansfield's Car
Jayne Mansfield's Car as Camilla Bedford
2012
Little Red Wagon
Little Red Wagon as Margaret Craig
2011
The Hunter
The Hunter as Lucy Armstrong
Ice
Ice as Sarah
Ice
Ice as Sarah
2009
Blessed
Blessed as Rhonda
Nova
Nova as Emma Darwin
2005
Three Dollars
Three Dollars as Tanya Harnovey
2004
Book of Love
Book of Love as Elaine Walker
Iron Jawed Angels
Iron Jawed Angels as Lucy Burns
The Lazarus Child
The Lazarus Child as Alison Heywood
Piccadilly Jim
Piccadilly Jim as Ann Chester
2003
Timeline
Timeline as Kate Ericson
2002
Windtalkers
Windtalkers as Rita Swelton
2001
About Adam
About Adam as Laura Owens
2000
Bedazzled
Bedazzled as Alison / Nicole
Madame Bovary
Madame Bovary as Emma Bovary
1999
Mansfield Park
Mansfield Park as Fanny Price
1998
A Little Bit of Soul
A Little Bit of Soul as Kate Haslett
1997
Kiss or Kill
Kiss or Kill as Nikki Davies
2022
Emily
Emily as Director, Screenplay