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Birgit Nilsson

Acting
Updated: Apr 16, 2026
11Total Films
7.0 Highest Rated
Born: May 17, 1918

Birgit Nilsson Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Birgit Nilsson reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 11 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 9% of Birgit Nilsson'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 The Golden Ring, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Birgit Nilsson Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Birgit Nilsson's career based on audience ratings.

★7.0
The Golden Ring (1965) movie poster
★7.0

The Golden Ring: Watching the Vienna Philharmonic, Georg Solti, and a stellar cast record Wagner's immense Götterdämmerung for Decca in t

The Golden Ring

1965•Documentary
★6.0
Stimulantia (1967) movie poster
★6.0

Stimulantia: Eight vignettes on a variety of topics, including a baby growing up, Charlie Chaplin, Birgit Nilsson, the racing track a

Stimulantia

1967•Drama
★1.0
Elektra (1980) movie poster
★1.0

Elektra: The Metropolitan Opera live production of Richard Strauss's opera Elektra on February 16, 1980

Elektra

1980
★0.0
Tristan und Isolde (1973) movie poster
★0.0

Tristan und Isolde: Birgit Nilsson and Jon Vickers star in this filmed record of the Theatre Antique d'Orange's acclaimed 1973 production of

Tristan und Isolde

1973•Music
★0.0
Strauss: Elektra (1980) movie poster
★0.0

Strauss: Elektra: It's hard to imagine confirmed Straussians not wanting this starry Metropolitan Opera performance of Elektra. Strauss an

Strauss: Elektra

1980•Music

Full Filmography

Every movie Birgit Nilsson has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1996 Metropolitan Opera Gala James Levine's 25th Anniversary Self Flop Similar →
1995 Salzburg Marionette Theatre: Don Giovanni Donna Anna Flop Similar →
1980 Elektra - Flop Similar →
1980 Strauss: Elektra Elektra Flop Similar →
1973 Tristan und Isolde Isolde Flop Similar →
1970 Birgit Nilsson: Glimtar från sångerskans verksamhet Self Flop Similar →
N/A A Tribute To Hans Knappertsbusch - Flop Similar →
1967 Tristan und Isolde Isolde Flop Similar →
1967 Stimulantia Self Average Similar →
1965 The Golden Ring Herself - Singer (Brunhilde) Hit Similar →
1951 Poker Poker player's wife Flop Similar →

Birgit Nilsson - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Birgit Nilsson?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Birgit Nilsson is "The Golden Ring" with a rating of 7.0/10.

How many movies has Birgit Nilsson acted in?

Birgit Nilsson has been featured in at least 11 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Birgit Nilsson?

Other notable films include "Stimulantia", "Elektra", and "Tristan und Isolde".

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