
Eileen Nicholas
ActingAbout Eileen Nicholas
Eileen Nicholas was born in 1946 in Glasgow, Scotland, UK. She is an actress, known for Trainspotting (1996), T2 Trainspotting (2017) and Bomber (2009).
Eileen Nicholas Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Eileen Nicholas reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 17 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Eileen Nicholas's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 18% of Eileen Nicholas'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 Trainspotting, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Eileen Nicholas Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Eileen Nicholas's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Eileen Nicholas has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | The House of Bernarda Alba | María Josefa | Flop | Similar → |
| 2021 | Hear My Voice | Mike's grand-mother | Flop | Similar → |
| 2018 | Dead in a Week (Or Your Money Back) | Trish | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | London Heist | Sheila | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | T2 Trainspotting | Renton's Mother (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Estranged | Marilyn | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | Mind the Gap | Margaret | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | The Wee Man | Mrs. Gillespie | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | Bomber | Valerie | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | Half Broken Things | Mrs Dawson | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | Lump | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | Regeneration | Miss Crowe | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | Karmic Mothers | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | Trainspotting | Renton's Mother | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | The Widowmaker | Mum | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | Death of a Son | Mobile Librarian | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | The Thin End of the Wedge | Mary | Flop | Similar → |
Eileen Nicholas - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Eileen Nicholas?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Eileen Nicholas is "Trainspotting" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Eileen Nicholas acted in?
Eileen Nicholas has been featured in at least 17 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Eileen Nicholas?
Other notable films include "T2 Trainspotting", "Half Broken Things", and "Dead in a Week (Or Your Money Back)".



