Claire Chitham - Actor Profile

Claire Chitham

Acting
Freshness: Jan 27, 2026
3Total Films
6.5 Highest Rated
Born: Jul 12, 1979
Birth Place: New Zealand

About Claire Chitham

Claire has been one of New Zealand’s most recognisable screen actors ever since her debut on long-running soap Shortland Street at the age of 16. For eight years she played loveable Waverly Wilson and became one of the show’s long-standing favourites, a role which she reprised for the 25th anniversary special in 2016. After leaving the show, Claire moved quickly to an award-winning turn in cop show Interrogation. She followed that with two seasons at New Zealand’s most outstanding and awarded drama series Outrageous Fortune, as gang-chick Aurora Bay. In 2016, Claire appeared as the lead in standout black comedy Fresh Eggs for TVNZ, alongside Danielle Cormack and John Rhys-Davies. More recently, Claire acted in rom-com Falling Inn Love - the first Netflix feature film to be shot in New Zealand.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Claire Chitham reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 3 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Comedy

The majority of Claire Chitham's filmography leans towards the Comedy 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 33% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Claire Chitham remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Falling Inn Love, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Claire Chitham Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Claire Chitham's career based on audience ratings.

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Claire Chitham.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2019 Falling Inn Love Shelley Hit Similar →
2011 The Cup Angela Average Similar →
2006 Outrageous Fortune: The Movie Aurora Bays Flop Similar →

Claire Chitham - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Claire Chitham?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Claire Chitham is "Falling Inn Love" with a rating of 6.5/10.

How many movies has Claire Chitham acted in?

Claire Chitham has been featured in at least 3 major films throughout their career.