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Lucy Lawless

Born: 1968-03-29

Lucy Lawless, born Lucille Frances Ryan on March 29, 1968, in Mount Albert, Auckland, New Zealand, is an actress, singer, and activist. She gained international recognition and became an iconic figure for her role as Xena in the television series "Xena: Warrior Princess." Lawless began her acting career in New Zealand, initially appearing in various local productions. However, it was her portrayal of the fierce and courageous warrior princess Xena in "Xena: Warrior Princess" (1995-2001) that catapulted her to worldwide fame. The show became a cultural phenomenon and developed a dedicated fan following. Lawless received critical acclaim for her performance, earning praise for her physicality, strong presence, and ability to convey both strength and vulnerability. Beyond her work as Xena, Lawless has appeared in numerous television series and films. She has showcased her versatility as an actress, taking on roles in both drama and comedy. Lawless has appeared in shows such as "Battlestar Galactica," "Spartacus," "Ash vs Evil Dead," and "Parks and Recreation," among others. She has also made guest appearances in various series, demonstrating her range as an actress. Aside from her acting career, Lawless is known for her activism and advocacy work. She has been involved in environmental causes and has spoken out on issues such as climate change and ocean conservation. Lawless has used her platform to raise awareness and promote positive change in various areas. Throughout her career, Lucy Lawless has proven herself as a talented and versatile actress, captivating audiences with her powerful performances and strong on-screen presence. She continues to be admired for her portrayal of Xena and remains an influential figure in the entertainment industry.

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Spider-Man

as Punk Rock Girl

Released: 2002-05-01

After being bitten by a genetically altered spider at Oscorp, nerdy but endearing high school...

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Minions: The Rise of Gru

as Nun-Chuck (voice)

Released: 2022-06-29

A fanboy of a supervillain supergroup known as the Vicious 6, Gru hatches a plan to become evil...

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EuroTrip

as Madame Vandersexxx

Released: 2004-02-20

When Scott learns that his longtime cyber-buddy from Berlin is a gorgeous young woman, he and...

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Bedtime Stories

as Aspen

Released: 2008-12-24

Skeeter Bronson is a down-on-his-luck guy who's always telling bedtime stories to his niece and...

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Ginger Snaps

as Announcer on School's PA System (Uncredited)

Released: 2000-12-11

The story of two outcast sisters, Ginger and Brigitte, in the mindless suburban town of Bailey...

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Bitch Slap

as Mother Superior

Released: 2009-05-16

Three bad girls - a down-and-out stripper, a drug-running killer, and a corporate powerbroker -...

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Justice League: The New Frontier

as Wonder Woman (voice)

Released: 2008-02-26

The human race is threatened by a powerful creature, and only the combined power of Superman,...

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Boogeyman

as Tim's Mother

Released: 2005-02-04

Every culture has one – the horrible monster fueling young children's nightmares. But for Tim,...

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Battlestar Galactica: The Plan

as D'Anna Biers (archive footage) (uncredited)

Released: 2009-10-27

When the initial Cylon attack against the Twelve Colonies fails to achieve complete...

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Hercules and the Amazon Women

as Lysia

Released: 1994-04-24

Hercules and Iolaus take time out from Iolaus' wedding preparations, to help a distant village...

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The Breaker Upperers

as Client

Released: 2018-03-10

Two women run a business breaking up couples for cash but when one develops a conscience their...

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The Changeover

as Miryam Carlisle

Released: 2017-09-28

Laura Chant, 16, lives with her mother and four-year-old brother Jacko in a poor new suburb on...

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The Spine of Night

as Tzod

Released: 2021-10-29

In this ultra-violent, fantasy epic, ancient dark magic falls into sinister hands and unleashes...

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Angel of Death

as Vera

Released: 2009-07-07

In the tradition of Grindhouse, Kill Bill and Sin City, award-winning comic book writer Ed...

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Dragonlance: Dragons of Autumn Twilight

as Goldmoon (voice)

Released: 2008-01-15

A barbarian woman with a miraculous blue crystal staff gains the help of a group of adventurers...

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Double Dare

as Self

Released: 2004-03-13

With being thrown off buildings an occupational hazard, professional stuntwomen Jeannie Epper...

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Hercules and Xena - The Animated Movie: The Battle for Mount Olympus

as Xena

Released: 1998-01-06

Mighty Zeus brings Hercules' mother, Alcmene, to Mount Olympus, and Hercules, believing she has...

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Vampire Bats

as Maddy Rierdon

Released: 2005-10-30

A biology professor discovers a deadly species of vampire bats are responsible for a series of...

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Saturday Night Live: The Best of Will Ferrell

as Art Teacher (archive footage)

Released: 2002-09-28

The best skits from Will Ferrell's days on Saturday Night Live 1995-2002

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Mosley

as Bera (voice)

Released: 2019-10-10

The film tells the story of Mosley, a "thoriphant" who rebels against his life of servitude and...

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Hercules & Xena: Wizards of the Screen

as Xena

Released: 1997-06-01

Members of the audience fight against stage performers set to a specially created Xena/Hercules...

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The Darkroom

as Cheryl

Released: 2006-01-01

A teenage boy befriends an escapee from a mental institution who sees visions of horrible...

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The Rainbow Warrior

as Jane Redmond

Released: 1997-03-28

Peter Wilcox, as skipper of the 'Rainbow Warrior', a Greenpeace ship, docks in Auckland, July...

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Locusts

as Maddy Rierdon

Released: 2005-04-24

Dr. Maddy Rierdon, an investigator for the Department of Agriculture, is the only person who can...

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Your Studio and You

as Lucy Lawless

Released: 1995-02-01

A parody of 1950s corporate/industrial films, commissioned by Universal Pictures executives...

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Mothers of the Revolution

as Herself

Released: 2021-10-07

On 5th September 1981, a group of women came together to change the world. These women marched...

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Antarctica from Above

as Narrator

Released: 2022-08-25

At the bottom of the world is a place of wild isolation. Antarctica. Its vastness and extremes...

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Toke

as Duke

Released: 2020-09-14

Drama set in the sleepy town of Tokerangi, New Zealand in which three laid-back orchard workers...

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Soldiers Without Guns

as Narrator

Released: 2019-04-05

The riveting journey of coalition soldiers as they land unarmed into the heat of a 10 year civil...

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Typhon's People

as Mink Tertius

Released: 1993-01-01

A scientist in New Zealand has a secret lab where experiments are performed on humans. When he...

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Other Men's Careers

as Self

Released: 2023-08-01

Eccentric, outspoken, and unfiltered TV and low budget film director Josh Becker struggles to...

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Peach

as Peach

Released: 1996-07-19

Lucy Lawless stars in this short which predated her rise to fame as Xena Princess Warrior. Sal...

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I'll Make You Happy

as self

Released: 1999-04-08

Siggy (Jennifer Ward-Lealand) is a teenage "bad girl" who lives and works in a red-light...

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The Simpsons

as Lucy Lawless (voice)

First aired: 1989-12-17

Set in Springfield, the average American town, the show focuses on the antics and everyday...

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The Late Show with Stephen Colbert

as Self

First aired: 2015-09-08

Stephen Colbert brings his signature satire and comedy to The Late Show with Stephen Colbert,...

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Two and a Half Men

as Pamela

First aired: 2003-09-22

A hedonistic jingle writer's free-wheeling life comes to an abrupt halt when his brother and...

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Curb Your Enthusiasm

as Lucy Lawless

First aired: 2000-10-15

The off-kilter, unscripted comic vision of Larry David, who plays himself in a parallel universe...

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The X-Files

as Shannon McMahon

First aired: 1993-09-10

The exploits of FBI Special Agents Fox Mulder and Dana Scully who investigate X-Files:...

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RuPaul's Drag Race

as Self - Guest Judge

First aired: 2009-02-02

Join RuPaul, the world's most famous drag queen, as the host, mentor and judge for the ultimate...

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American Dad!

as Stacy (voice)

First aired: 2005-02-06

The series focuses on an eccentric motley crew that is the Smith family and their three...

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Spartacus

as Lucretia

First aired: 2010-01-22

Torn from his homeland and the woman he loves, Spartacus is condemned to the brutal world of the...

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Xena: Warrior Princess

as Xena

First aired: 1995-09-04

Xena is an infamous warrior on a quest to seek redemption for her past sins against the...

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CSI: Miami

as uncredited

First aired: 2002-09-23

CSI: Miami follows Crime Scene Investigators working for the Miami-Dade Police Department as...

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Parks and Recreation

as Diane Lewis

First aired: 2009-04-09

In an attempt to beautify her town — and advance her career — Leslie Knope, a mid-level...

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Adventure Time

as General Tarsal (voice)

First aired: 2010-04-05

Unlikely heroes Finn and Jake are buddies who traverse the mystical Land of Ooo. The best of...

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