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Fiona Shaw

Actress

Fiona Shaw

  • Born: 10 July 1960, County Kerry, Ireland
  • Estimated net worth: $4 million

Fiona Shaw is an acclaimed Irish actress known for her versatile performances in film, television, and theatre. She has gained recognition for her roles in 'Killing Eve' and 'Harry Potter' series, showcasing her remarkable range and distinctive voice. Shaw's…

About Fiona Shaw

Fiona Shaw is an acclaimed Irish actress known for her versatile performances in film, television, and theatre. She has gained recognition for her roles in 'Killing Eve' and 'Harry Potter' series, showcasing her remarkable range and distinctive voice. Shaw's career spans decades, earning her critical acclaim and a reputation as a formidable talent in the performing arts.

Born
10 July 1960, County Kerry, Ireland
Known for
Acting
Height
5 ft 6 in (1.68 m)
Children
2 children: Caitlin and Patrick
Parents
Mary Shaw, Frank Shaw
Estimated net worth
$4 million

Fun facts about Fiona Shaw

  • Fiona Shaw trained at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA) in London.
  • She is also a talented stage director and has worked extensively in theatre, including productions at the Royal National Theatre.

Famous Fiona Shaw quotes

“The world is full of magic things, patiently waiting for our senses to grow sharper.”
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1, 2010
“You can’t go back. You can’t go back.”
Killing Eve, 2018
“I have a terrible feeling that this is going to end badly.”
The Deepest Breath, 2023

Fiona Shaw: coming up

  • The Education of Jane Cumming (Movie, Lady Cumming Gordon)2 December 2026
  • Pride and Prejudice (TV, Lady Catherine de Bourg)3 December 2026

Credits and dates: TMDB.

Fiona Shaw filmography

Cast (101)

YearTitleCharacterRating
2026Pride and Prejudice TVLady Catherine de Bourg
2026The Education of Jane Cumming MovieLady Cumming Gordon
2026Sense and Sensibility MovieMrs. Jennings7.4
2026Ladies First MovieFelicity Chase5.9
2025Park Avenue MovieKit8.5
2025Echo Valley MovieLeslie Oliver6.5
2025Hot Milk MovieRose5.9
2024That Christmas MovieMs. Trapper (voice)7.1
2024IF MovieGrandmother6.9
2022Andor TVMaarva Andor8.3
Show 91 more credits
YearTitleCharacterRating
2022Andor: A Disney+ Day Special Look MovieMaarva Andor (archive footage) (uncredited)7.6
2022Bad Sisters TVAngelica Collins7.5
2021Russia vs. the World MovieNarrator
2020Ammonite MovieElizabeth Philpot6.9
2020Kindred MovieMargaret5.5
2020Enola Holmes MovieMiss Harrison7.2
2019The Christmas Letter MovieMs. Broom (voice)4.8
2019Out of Innocence MovieCatherine Flynn6.6
2019Baptiste TVEmma Chambers7.0
2018Mrs Wilson TVColeman7.0
2018Colette MovieSido6.9
2018Lizzie MovieAbby Borden6.2
2018Killing Eve TVCarolyn Martens7.9
2017The Hippopotamus MovieAnne Logan6.4
2017Emerald City TVMombi6.6
2016Channel Zero TVMarla Painter7.0
2016Fleabag TVCounsellor8.3
2016The White King MovieKathrin Fitz5.3
2016Maigret TVMadame Moncin7.6
2015Pixels MoviePrime Minister (uncredited)5.8
2014Penn Zero: Part-Time Hero TVHedwin (voice)7.2
2014Great Poets: In Their Own Words MovieSelf
2014Inside No. 9 TVJean8.1
2014True Detective TVRose Aguineau8.3
2013Muse of Fire MovieSelf6.5
2013The English Teacher MovieNarrator5.6
2012Shakespeare's Sonnets MovieUnknown character
2011The Tree of Life MovieGrandmother6.7
2010Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1 MoviePetunia Dursley7.7
2010We Believed MovieEmilie Ashurst6.6
2010National Theatre Live: London Assurance MovieLady Gay Spanker7.0
2009Dorian Gray MovieAgatha6.0
2009Simon Schama's John Donne TVUnknown character
2008True Blood TVMarnie Stonebrook7.6
2007Mitchell & Kenyon in Ireland MovieNarrator (voice)
2007Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix MoviePetunia Dursley7.7
2007Fracture MovieJudge Robinson7.3
2006Catch and Release MovieMrs. Ellen Douglas5.9
2006The Black Dahlia MovieRamona Linscott5.6
2005Empire TVFulvia6.5
2005Ebb and Flo MovieNarrator8.0
2005Ebb and Flo TVNarrator
2004Agatha Christie's Marple TVMiss Katherine Greenshaw7.8
2004Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban MoviePetunia Dursley8.0
2002Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets MoviePetunia Dursley7.7
2002Great Britons TVHerself7.0
2002Doctor Sleep MovieCatherine Lebourg5.3
2001Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone MovieAunt Petunia Dursley7.9
2001The Triumph of Love MovieLeontine6.1
2001Mind Games MovieFrances O'Neil6.2
2000The Last September MovieMarda Norton5.4
2000Gormenghast TVIrma Prunesquallor6.9
1999RKO 281 MovieHedda Hopper6.5
1998The Avengers MovieFather4.4
1998Titanic Town MovieSue, TV Interviewer (Uncredited Cameo)5.3
1998The Butcher Boy MovieMrs. Nugent6.8
1997Ruby TVSelf9.0
1997Anna Karenina MovieLydia6.1
1997Richard II MovieRichard II9.0
1996Jane Eyre MovieMrs. Reed6.9
1995Persuasion MovieMrs. Croft7.2
1995The Waste Land MovieHerself10.0
1995The Last Machine TVUnknown character8.0
1993Undercover Blues MovieNovacek6.0
1993Super Mario Bros. MovieLena4.5
1993Maria's Child MoviePauline3.3
1993Hedda Gabler MovieHedda Gabler9.0
1992Shakespeare: The Animated Tales TVViola (voice)6.5
1992Twelfth Night MovieViola (voice)
1991London Kills Me MovieHeadley5.9
1991Performance TVRichard II6.3
1991Performance TVHedda Gabler6.3
1991For the Greater Good TVGillian Savage9.0
19903 Men and a Little Lady MovieMiss Lomax5.8
1990The Hand of Stalin TVSelf - Narrator (voice)
1990Mountains of the Moon MovieIsabel6.6
1989The Simpsons TVMrs. McCormick (voice)8.0
1989My Left Foot: The Story of Christy Brown MovieDr. Eileen Cole7.5
1985Sacred Hearts MovieSister Felicity4.8
1985Theatre Night TVClytemnestra
1985Love Song MovieYoung Deirdre Walters
1984The Man Who Shot Christmas MovieLaura10.0
1984Sherlock Holmes TVMiss Morrison8.2
1984The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes TVMiss Morrison10.0
1983Fireworks for Elspeth MovieElspeth
1982All for Love TVElspeth Erskine7.0
1956Tony Awards TVSelf - Nominee
TBAMonstrous Beauty MovieAphra Ben
TBAThe Rising: 1916 MovieCountess Markievicz
TBAThe Stalemate MovieUnknown character
TBAMaigret Sets A Trap Movie演员

Crew (1)

YearTitleRoleRating
2013Tchaikovsky: Eugene Onegin MovieDirector · Directing9.0

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Questions about Fiona Shaw

What are Fiona Shaw's most famous roles?

Fiona Shaw is best known for her roles in 'Killing Eve' as Carolyn Martens and as Petunia Dursley in the 'Harry Potter' series. Her performances in both film and television have garnered critical acclaim.

Has Fiona Shaw won any awards?

Yes, Fiona Shaw has received several awards including the BAFTA TV Award for Best Actress for her role in 'The Blackwater Lightship' and has been nominated for numerous other prestigious accolades throughout her career.

What was Fiona Shaw's first film?

Fiona Shaw made her film debut in 'The Last September' in 1999. This marked the beginning of her successful film career, leading to many notable roles in various genres.

How many children does Fiona Shaw have?

Fiona Shaw has two children, Caitlin and Patrick. She maintains a private family life away from the public eye.

What is Fiona Shaw's estimated net worth?

Fiona Shaw's estimated net worth is approximately $4 million, reflecting her successful career in acting and directing across multiple platforms.

What are some of Fiona Shaw's notable theatre performances?

Fiona Shaw has performed in numerous acclaimed stage productions, including 'The Waste Land' and 'The Royal Court Theatre's 'The Last Days of Judas Iscariot', showcasing her exceptional talent in theatre.

What genre of films does Fiona Shaw typically work in?

Fiona Shaw has worked across various genres, including drama, fantasy, and thriller. Her versatility allows her to tackle a wide array of roles in both film and television.

What is Fiona Shaw's background in education?

Fiona Shaw attended University College Dublin and later trained at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA) in London, where she honed her acting skills and developed her craft.