Deborah Mailman
ActingAbout Deborah Mailman
Deborah Jane Mailman, AM (born 14 July 1972) is an Aboriginal Australian television and film actress, and singer. She was the first Aboriginal actress to win the Australian Film Institute Award for Best Actress in a Leading Role, and has gone on to win four more both in television and film. The awards are now known as the AACTA Awards.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Deborah Mailman reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 34 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Deborah Mailman'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 29% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Deborah Mailman remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Darkside, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Deborah Mailman Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Deborah Mailman's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Deborah Mailman.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Wolfram | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2025 | Kangaroo | Rosie | Hit | Similar → |
| 2024 | Runt | Bernadette Box | Average | Similar → |
| 2024 | Combat Wombat: Back 2 Back | Maggie Diggins (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 2023 | Scarygirl | Treedweller (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2023 | The New Boy | Sister Mum | Average | Similar → |
| 2022 | Looking Black | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2021 | H Is for Happiness | Penelope Benson | Average | Similar → |
| 2020 | Combat Wombat | Maggie Diggins (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | 2067 | Regina Jackson | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | Total Control | Alex Irving | Flop | Similar → |
| 2017 | Three Summers | Pam | Flop | Similar → |
| 2017 | A Few Less Men | Sergeant Simpson | Flop | Similar → |
| 2015 | Oddball | Mayor Lake / Narrator | Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Blinky Bill the Movie | Blinky's Mother (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | Redfern Now: Promise Me | Lorraine | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Paper Planes | Maureen | Average | Similar → |
| 2014 | Jack Irish: Dead Point | Cynthia | Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | The Darkside | Pamela | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Mental | Sandra | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | The Sapphires | Gail | Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Mabo | Bonita Mabo | Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | The Graduate From Sudan | Self - Narrator | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | Bran Nue Dae | Roxanne | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | Lucky Miles | Lisa (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | The Book of Revelation | Julie | Flop | Similar → |
| 2006 | The Archive Project | Herself | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | Black Chicks Talking | Herself | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | Rabbit-Proof Fence | Mavis | Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | Play School: Nursery Rhymes | Deborah | Flop | Similar → |
| 2001 | The Monkey's Mask | Lou | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | The Third Note | Tina | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | Dear Claudia | Cathy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | Radiance | Nona | Average | Similar → |
Deborah Mailman - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Deborah Mailman?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Deborah Mailman is "The Darkside" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has Deborah Mailman acted in?
Deborah Mailman has been featured in at least 34 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Deborah Mailman?
Other notable films include "Redfern Now: Promise Me", "Mabo", and "Rabbit-Proof Fence".