Lucy Walker - Actor Profile

Lucy Walker

Directing
Updated: Apr 18, 2026
1Total Films
6.6 Highest Rated
Born: Jan 1, 1970
Birth Place: London, England, UK

About Lucy Walker

Lucy Walker (born 1970; London) is an British documentary film director. She has directed the feature documentaries Devil's Playground (2002), Blindsight (2006), Waste Land (2010), Countdown to Zero (2010), The Crash Reel (2013), Buena Vista Social Club: Adios (2017), Bring Your Own Brigade (2021), and Mountain Queen: The Summits of Lhakpa Sherpa (2023). She has also directed the short films The Tsunami and the Cherry Blossom (2011) and The Lion's Mouth Opens (2014). Waste Land was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature and The Tsunami and the Cherry Blossom was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Documentary (Short Subject).

Lucy Walker Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Lucy Walker reflects exceptional commercial consistency. Across 1 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 100% of Lucy Walker'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 Half the Picture, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Lucy Walker Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Lucy Walker's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Lucy Walker has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
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Lucy Walker - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Lucy Walker?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Lucy Walker is "Half the Picture" with a rating of 6.6/10.

How many movies has Lucy Walker acted in?

Lucy Walker has been featured in at least 1 major films throughout their career.

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