Miranda Pleasence

Acting

Freshness: Jan 23, 2026

8Total Films

7.1 Highest Rated

Born: Oct 1, 1970

Birth Place: Westminster, London, England, UK

About Miranda Pleasence

Miranda Pleasence was born in October 1970 in Westminster, London, England, UK. She is an actress, known for Notes on a Scandal (2006), The Tenant of Wildfell Hall (1996) and The Affair of the Necklace (2001).

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Miranda Pleasence reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 8 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Miranda Pleasence's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.

The "Box Office" Signature

With a 13% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Miranda Pleasence remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Notes on a Scandal, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Miranda Pleasence Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Miranda Pleasence's career based on audience ratings.

★7.1

★7.1

Notes on a Scandal: A veteran high school teacher befriends a younger art teacher, who is having an affair with one of her 15-year-old stude

Notes on a Scandal

2006•Drama

★6.2

The Real Sleeping Beauty (2007) movie poster

★6.2

The Real Sleeping Beauty: A medical miracle is chronicled in this documentary about a woman who shocks experts when she awakens from a 20-year com

The Real Sleeping Beauty

2007•Documentary

★6.1

My Wrongs #8245–8249 & 117 (2002) movie poster

★6.1

My Wrongs #8245–8249 & 117: An unnamed man is house-sitting for his friend Imogen. Imogen calls to remind him to take her dog Rothko for a walk, but

My Wrongs #8245–8249 & 117

2002•Comedy

★5.5

The Affair of the Necklace (2001) movie poster

★5.5

The Affair of the Necklace: In pre-Revolutionary France, a young aristocratic woman left penniless by the political unrest in the country, must aven

The Affair of the Necklace

2001•Drama

★3.5

★3.5

The Visitor: Four 20-somethings are coasting through life in a fashionable part of London. A misunderstanding leads to the introducti

The Visitor

1999•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Miranda Pleasence.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2007	The Real Sleeping Beauty	Narrator	Average	Similar →
2006	Notes on a Scandal	Eddie's Wife	Hit	Similar →
2002	My Wrongs #8245–8249 & 117	Imogen/Mum	Average	Similar →
2001	The Affair of the Necklace	Rosalie	Average	Similar →
2000	The Announcement	Nikki	Flop	Similar →
1999	The Visitor	Louise	Flop	Similar →
1995	The Plant	Roadblock WPC	Flop	Similar →
1995	Safe Haven	Rachel	Flop	Similar →

Miranda Pleasence - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Miranda Pleasence?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Miranda Pleasence is "Notes on a Scandal" with a rating of 7.1/10.

How many movies has Miranda Pleasence acted in?

Miranda Pleasence has been featured in at least 8 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Miranda Pleasence?

Other notable films include "The Real Sleeping Beauty", "My Wrongs #8245–8249 & 117", and "The Affair of the Necklace".