Pike River
2025 · Movie
as Helen Kelly
Lucy Lawless
1968-03-29
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Mount Albert, Auckland, New Zealand
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.
Filmography
Spartacus: House of Ashur
2025 · TV Show
as Lucretia
Other Men's Careers
2023 · Movie
as Self
Antarctica from Above
2022 · Movie
as Narrator
Minions: The Rise of Gru
2022 · Movie
as Nun-Chuck (voice)
Mothers of the Revolution
2021 · Movie
as Self
The Spine of Night
2021 · Movie
as Tzod (voice)
Mr. Corman
2021 · TV Show
as Cheryl
Drag Race Down Under
2021 · TV Show
as Self - Guest Judge
Toke
2020 · Movie
as Duke
Soldiers Without Guns
2019 · Movie
as Narrator
Mosley
2019 · Movie
as Bera (voice)
My Life Is Murder
2019 · TV Show
as Alexa Crowe
The Breaker Upperers
2018 · Movie
as Client
Star Wars Resistance
2018 · TV Show
as Aeosian Queen (voice)
The Changeover
2017 · Movie
as Miryam Carlisle
Robert Kirkman's Secret History of Comics
2017 · TV Show
as Self
The Late Show with Stephen Colbert
2015 · TV Show
as Self - Guest
Ash vs Evil Dead
2015 · TV Show
as Ruby Knowby
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How Bizarre: The Story of an Otara Millionaire
2014 · Movie
as Self
The Code
2014 · TV Show
as Alex Wisham
Salem
2014 · TV Show
as Condessa Marburg
Top of the Lake
2013 · TV Show
as Caroline Platt
Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.
2013 · TV Show
as Isabelle 'Izzy' Hartley
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
2012 · TV Show
as Hiidrala (voice)
Super City
2011 · TV Show
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Lez Chat
2010 · Movie
as Construction Worker
Spartacus
2010 · TV Show
as Lucretia
Adventure Time
2010 · TV Show
as General Tarsal (voice)
Angel of Death
2009 · Movie
as Vera
Bitch Slap
2009 · Movie
as Mother Superior
Battlestar Galactica: The Plan
2009 · Movie
as D'Anna Biers (archive footage) (uncredited)
Parks and Recreation
2009 · TV Show
as Diane Lewis
Angel of Death
2009 · TV Show
as Vera
RuPaul's Drag Race
2009 · TV Show
as Self - Guest Judge
Bedtime Stories
2008 · Movie
as Aspen
Justice League: The New Frontier
2008 · Movie
as Wonder Woman (voice)
Dragonlance: Dragons of Autumn Twilight
2008 · Movie
as Goldmoon (voice)
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Lucy Lawless in Concert
2007 · Movie
Flight of the Conchords
2007 · TV Show
as Paula
Burn Notice
2007 · TV Show
as Evelyn
The Darkroom
2006 · Movie
as Cheryl
Boogeyman
2005 · Movie
as Tim's Mother
Locusts
2005 · Movie
as Maddy Rierdon
Vampire Bats
2005 · Movie
as Maddy Rierdon
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The Reichen Show
2005 · TV Show
as Self
American Dad!
2005 · TV Show
as Stacy (voice)
EuroTrip
2004 · Movie
as Madame Vandersexxx
Double Dare
2004 · Movie
as Self
Veronica Mars
2004 · TV Show
as Agent Morris
Battlestar Galactica
2004 · TV Show
as D'Anna Biers
The L Word
2004 · TV Show
as Marybeth Duffy
On Air with Ryan Seacrest
2004 · TV Show
as Self
Jimmy Kimmel Live!
2003 · TV Show
as Self - Guest
Tarzan
2003 · TV Show
as Kathleen Clayton
Two and a Half Men
2003 · TV Show
as Pamela
Warrior Women with Lucy Lawless
2003 · TV Show
as Self
Spider-Man
2002 · Movie
as Punk Rock Girl
Saturday Night Live: The Best of Will Ferrell
2002 · Movie
as Art Teacher (archive footage)
Less than Perfect
2002 · TV Show
as Tracy Fletcher
CSI: Miami
2002 · TV Show
as Audrey Yates
The Bernie Mac Show
2001 · TV Show
as Lucy Lawless
Ginger Snaps
2000 · Movie
as Announcer on School's PA System (Uncredited)
Curb Your Enthusiasm
2000 · TV Show
as Lucy Lawless
I'll Make You Happy
1999 · Movie
as self
Hercules and Xena - The Animated Movie: The Battle for Mount Olympus
1998 · Movie
as Xena (voice)
The Rainbow Warrior
1997 · Movie
as Jane Redmond
Hercules & Xena: Wizards of the Screen
1997 · Movie
as Xena
Just Shoot Me!
1997 · TV Show
as Stacy
Peach
1996 · Movie
as Peach
The Rosie O'Donnell Show
1996 · TV Show
as Self
The Daily Show
1996 · TV Show
as Self
Your Studio and You
1995 · Movie
as Lucy Lawless
Hercules: The Legendary Journeys
1995 · TV Show
as Lyla, Xena
Xena: Warrior Princess
1995 · TV Show
as Xena
Hercules and the Amazon Women
1994 · Movie
as Lysia
Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras
1994 · TV Show
as Self
Typhon's People
1993 · Movie
as Mink Tertius
The X-Files
1993 · TV Show
as Shannon McMahon
Late Night with Conan O'Brien
1993 · TV Show
as Self - Guest
Late Show with David Letterman
1993 · TV Show
as Self - Guest
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A Bitter Song
1990 · Movie
as Nurse 1
The Simpsons
1989 · TV Show
as Lucy Lawless (voice)
LIVE with Kelly and Mark
1988 · TV Show
as Self
The Ray Bradbury Theater
1985 · TV Show
Saturday Night Live
1975 · TV Show
as Self - Host
