Barbara Hannigan - Actor Profile

Barbara Hannigan

Acting
Updated: Apr 19, 2026
25Total Films
9.0 Highest Rated
Born: May 8, 1971
Birth Place: Waverley, Nova Scotia, Canada

About Barbara Hannigan

Barbara Hannigan is a Canadian soprano and conductor, known for her performances of contemporary opera. She studied music at the University of Toronto, the Banff Centre for the Arts, and the Royal Conservatory of The Hague.

Barbara Hannigan Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Barbara Hannigan reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 25 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Barbara Hannigan's work falls within the Music genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 12% of Barbara Hannigan's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.

One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Toothpaste, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Barbara Hannigan Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Barbara Hannigan's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Barbara Hannigan has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2024 Barbara Hannigan - Ligeti and Stravinsky - Flop Similar →
2024 Before It's Too Late Barbara Hannigan Flop Similar →
2022 John Zorn: The Hermetic Organ Volume 10 - Bozar, Brussels Herself Flop Similar →
2022 Fuoco Sacro - A Search for the Sacred Fire of Song Self Super Hit Similar →
2022 Abrahamsen: The Snow Queen Gerda Flop Similar →
2021 Lulu - La Monnaie / De Munt Lulu Flop Similar →
2021 Barbara Hannigan Conducts Stravinsky and Weill Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France - Flop Similar →
2019 Barbara Hannigan - Ein Opernstar auf neuen Wegen Self Flop Similar →
2018 Jarrell: Bérénice Bérénice Flop Similar →
2018 Glyndebourne: Hamlet Ophelia Flop Similar →
2018 Poulenc's The Human Voice / Bartók's Bluebeard's Castle Her Flop Similar →
2018 Benjamin: Lessons in Love and Violence Isabel Flop Similar →
2017 Music is Music/Crazy Girl Crazy - Flop Similar →
2017 Maestras: The Long Journey of Women to the Podium Self/Conductor/Soprano Flop Similar →
2016 Pelléas et Mélisande - Aix-en-Provence Mélisande Flop Similar →
2015 C'est presque au bout du monde - Super Hit Similar →
2015 Pappano e l'Accademia di Santa Cecilia: Sciarrino - Bach - Flop Similar →
2014 I'm a Creative Animal - A Portrait of Barbara Hannigan Self Flop Similar →
2014 Casanova Variations Sofia Flop Similar →
2014 I'm a Creative Animal - Flop Similar →
2013 Written On Skin - Flop Similar →
2011 Le Grand Macabre Venus / Gepopo Flop Similar →
2011 One Soprano Flop Similar →
2005 Burnt Toast Constance Flop Similar →
2002 Toothpaste Wife Super Hit Similar →

Barbara Hannigan - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Barbara Hannigan?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Barbara Hannigan is "Toothpaste" with a rating of 9.0/10.

How many movies has Barbara Hannigan acted in?

Barbara Hannigan has been featured in at least 25 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Barbara Hannigan?

Other notable films include "Fuoco Sacro - A Search for the Sacred Fire of Song", "C'est presque au bout du monde", and "Casanova Variations".

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