Connie Nielsen
ActingAbout Connie Nielsen
Connie Inge-Lise Nielsen (born July 3, 1965) is a Danish actress. She began her acting career working alongside her mother on the local revue and variety scene. At 18, she traveled to Paris, where she worked as an actress and model, which led to further work. She has starred as Lucilla in the films Gladiator (2000) and Gladiator II (2024) and as Queen Hippolyta in the DC Extended Universe. Nielsen is fluent in her native Danish, English, French, German, Italian, Norwegian and Swedish.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Connie Nielsen reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Connie Nielsen'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 44% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Connie Nielsen remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Making of Gladiator II, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Connie Nielsen Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Connie Nielsen's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Connie Nielsen.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Nobody 2 | Becca Mansell | Hit | Similar → |
| 2025 | Follow Me | Alice Thomas | Hit | Similar → |
| 2024 | The Making of Gladiator II | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2024 | Gladiator II | Lucilla | Hit | Similar → |
| 2023 | Role Play | Gwen Carver | Average | Similar → |
| 2023 | Origin | Sabine | Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | Zack Snyder's Justice League | Queen Hippolyta | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | Nobody | Becca Mansell | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | Wonder Woman 1984 | Hippolyta | Average | Similar → |
| 2020 | Inheritance | Catherine Monroe | Average | Similar → |
| 2020 | Sea Fever | Freya | Average | Similar → |
| 2019 | I'll Find You | Lena Moser | Flop | Similar → |
| 2018 | The Catcher Was a Spy | Koranda | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | Justice League | Queen Hippolyta | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | Stratton | Sumner | Flop | Similar → |
| 2017 | Wonder Woman | Hippolyta | Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | The Lion Woman | Mrs. Grjothornet | Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | The Confessions | Claire Seth | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | Ali and Nino | Duchess Kipiani | Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | The Runner | Deborah Price | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | All Relative | Maren | Average | Similar → |
| 2014 | Return to Zero | Dr. Claire Holden | Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | The Galapagos Affair: Satan Came to Eden | Baroness Von Wagner (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 2014 | 3 Days to Kill | Christine Renner | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | Nymphomaniac: Vol. I | Joe's Mother | Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Hemingway & Gellhorn | Tall Blonde Woman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | Perfect Sense | Jenny | Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | A Shine of Rainbows | Maire | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Battle in Seattle | Jean | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | The Situation | Anna Molyneux | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | The Ice Harvest | Renata Crest | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | The Great Raid | Margaret Utinsky | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Strength and Honor: Creating the World of 'Gladiator' | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | Return to Sender | Charlotte Cory | Average | Similar → |
| 2004 | Brothers | Sarah | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Basic | CPT Julie Osborne | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | The Hunted | Abby Durrell | Average | Similar → |
| 2002 | Demonlover | Diane de Monx | Average | Similar → |
| 2002 | One Hour Photo | Nina Yorkin | Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | Ultimate Fights from the Movies | Lucilla (Gladiator) (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2001 | Impostor | Newscaster (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | Gladiator | Lucilla | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | Mission to Mars | Terri Fisher | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | Rushmore | Mrs. Calloway | Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | Soldier | Sandra | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | Permanent Midnight | Dagmar | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | The Devil's Advocate | Christabella | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Voyage | Ronnie Freeland | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | Christmas Vacation '91 | Brunilde / Vanessa | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | How Did You Get In? We Didn't See You Leave | Eva | Average | Similar → |
Connie Nielsen - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Connie Nielsen?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Connie Nielsen is "The Making of Gladiator II" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Connie Nielsen acted in?
Connie Nielsen has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Connie Nielsen?
Other notable films include "Gladiator", "Zack Snyder's Justice League", and "Nobody".