Elli Maclure - Actor Profile

Elli Maclure

Acting
Updated: Apr 13, 2026
7Total Films
6.6 Highest Rated
Born: Jan 1, 1947
Birth Place: Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

About Elli Maclure

Elli Maclure began her professional acting career in 1969 starring in a US television pilot for Screen Gems, acted lead and supporting roles in feature films, television and theater; starring in series, numerous guest appearances and pilots in her native Australia, Europe, USA. Worked with directors - John Cassavetes, Peter Bogdanovich, Francis Ford Coppola, Mike Robe, Peter Weir, Simon Wincer, George Miller, Tim Burstall, and with actors Gena Rowlands, Jon Voight, and in an Italian feature with Alberto Sordi and Claudia Cardinale, and a Spanish feature with Antonio Ferrandis. In 1990 her acting extended into coaching young professional actors in Los Angeles (under her birth name, Christine McClure), where her students have been nominated for an Oscar, Daytime Emmy, and multiple won Young Artists Awards, and booked lead and supporting roles in feature films, television, soaps and theater. Working with such directors as Sofia Coppola, Stanley Kubrick, Nancy Meyers, Tony Scott, Steven Soderberg, Robert Zemeckis, The Coen Brothers...

Elli Maclure Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Elli Maclure reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 7 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Elli Maclure's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 14% of Elli Maclure'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 A Girl in Australia, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Elli Maclure Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Elli Maclure's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Elli Maclure has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1985 Air Hawk Ellen Boulton Flop Similar →
1981 Underground Aces Waitress Flop Similar →
1980 Pray TV Woman in confessional Flop Similar →
1976 Heat of the Flame Gabriela Flop Similar →
1975 The True Story of Eskimo Nell Elly Flop Similar →
1973 Alvin Purple Tina Donovan Flop Similar →
1971 A Girl in Australia - Hit Similar →

Elli Maclure - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Elli Maclure?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Elli Maclure is "A Girl in Australia" with a rating of 6.6/10.

How many movies has Elli Maclure acted in?

Elli Maclure has been featured in at least 7 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Elli Maclure?

Other notable films include "Alvin Purple", "Pray TV", and "Underground Aces".

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