Donna Murphy
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Donna Murphy (born March 7, 1959) is an American stage, film, television actress and singer. Murphy has won two Tony Awards for Best Actress in a Musical for her roles in Passion as Fosca and in The King and I as Anna Leonowens. She received three more Tony Award nominations for Best Actress in a Musical for her performances in Wonderful Town as Ruth Sherwood,Lovemusik as Lotte Lenya and The People in the Picture as Raisel/Bubbie. She is known, most recently, for her role as Mother Gothel in the animated Disney film Tangled (2010), Anij, Captain Jean-Luc Picard's love interest, in Star Trek: Insurrection (1998) and her numerous stage roles in musical theatre. Description above from the Wikipedia article Donna Murphy, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Donna Murphy Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Donna Murphy 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 Donna Murphy's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 32% of Donna Murphy'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 Sondheim! The Birthday Concert, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Donna Murphy Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Donna Murphy's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Donna Murphy has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Anastasia: Once Upon a Time | Yara the Enchantress | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | No Pay, Nudity | Pearl | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | Six by Sondheim | Fosca (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | House of Versace | Maria | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | The Bourne Legacy | Dita Mandy | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | Dark Horse | Marie | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | Higher Ground | Kathleen Walker | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | Untangled: The Making of a Fairy Tale | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | Tangled | Mother Gothel (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | Sondheim! The Birthday Concert | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | The Nanny Diaries | Judy Braddock | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | The Fountain | Betty | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | World Trade Center | Judy Jonas | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | Ira & Abby | Dr. Betsy Goldman | Average | Similar → |
| 2004 | The Door in the Floor | Frame Shop Owner | Average | Similar → |
| 2004 | Spider-Man 2 | Rosalie Octavius | Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | The Last Debate | Joan Naylor | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | Center Stage | Juliette | Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | The Astronaut's Wife | Natalie Streck | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | Star Trek: Insurrection | Anij | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | October 22 | Carole | Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | The Day Lincoln Was Shot | Mary Todd Lincoln | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | Passion | Fosca | Average | Similar → |
| 1995 | Jade | Karen Heller | Average | Similar → |
| N/A | Broadway: The Next Generation | Self | Flop | Similar → |
Donna Murphy - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Donna Murphy?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Donna Murphy is "Sondheim! The Birthday Concert" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Donna Murphy acted in?
Donna Murphy has been featured in at least 25 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Donna Murphy?
Other notable films include "Tangled", "Spider-Man 2", and "Six by Sondheim".