Robyn Malcolm

Robyn Malcolm

60 · Born: Mar 15, 1965

Personal Details

BornMar 15, 1965 Ashburton, New Zealand

Biography

Robyn Malcolm is a renowned New Zealand actress, distinguished for her extensive and diverse body of work in film, television, and theatre across New Zealand, Australia, the United States, and the United Kingdom.

As a versatile performer, Malcolm has effortlessly navigated a wide range of roles in both comedies and dramas, earning her widespread recognition and acclaim.

Her most iconic and beloved role to date is undoubtedly that of the formidable matriarch Cheryl West in New Zealand's highly acclaimed television dramedy Outrageous Fortune (2005). Throughout the show's six-season run, Malcolm's exceptional acting prowess earned her an impressive 11 awards, solidifying her status as a household name in New Zealand.

Furthermore, Malcolm's international breakthrough came with her portrayal of the haplessly comical Anita in Jane Campion's critically acclaimed television series Top of the Lake (2013),cementing her reputation as a masterful performer.

Throughout her illustrious career, Malcolm has amassed an impressive collection of over 15 awards and accolades for her outstanding work in New Zealand and Australia, in addition to serving as the Co-Director of The New Zealand Actors Company.

In her personal life, Malcolm resides in New Zealand with her two sons.

Career

2025
Pike River
Pike River as Sonya Rockhouse
The Survivors
The Survivors as Verity Elliott
2022
Black Bird
Black Bird as Sammy Keene
2020
2018
Harrow
Harrow as Maxine Pavich
The Outpost
The Outpost as Elinor
2017
Hostiles
Hostiles as Minnie McCowan
Wake in Fright
Wake in Fright as Ursula Hynes
Wanted
Wanted as Donna Walsh
2016
Edith
Edith as Barmaid
The Code
The Code as Marina Baxter
Upper Middle Bogan
Upper Middle Bogan as Julie Wheeler
2014
Agent Anna
Agent Anna as Anna Kingston
2013
Drift
Drift as Kat Kelly
2011
Burning Man
Burning Man as Kathryn Dent
Outrageous Fortune
Outrageous Fortune as Cheryl West
2005
Boogeyman
Boogeyman as Dr. Matheson
2003
1995
Shortland Street
Shortland Street as Ellen Crozier
2023