Marie Kean
ActingAbout Marie Kean
Marie Kean was an Irish stage and screen actress, with a career spanning over 40 years, The Stage called her one of Ireland's most impressive actresses, and "an artist of considerable emotional depth and theatrical command."
Marie Kean Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Marie Kean reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 21 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Marie Kean's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 33% of Marie Kean'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 Barry Lyndon, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Marie Kean Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Marie Kean's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Marie Kean has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | Samuel Beckett: As the Story Was Told | Voice | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | The Lonely Passion of Judith Hearne | Mrs. Rice | Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | The Rockingham Shoot | Mrs. Reilly | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | The Dead | Mrs. Malins | Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Angel | Mae | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | Macbeth | First Witch | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | Barry Lyndon | Barry's Mother | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | Ryan's Daughter | Mrs. McCardle | Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | Great Catherine | Princess Dashkoff | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | The Confession | Maggie Maloney | Flop | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Fighting Prince of Donegal | The Mother | Flop | Similar → |
| 1966 | Cul-de-sac | Marion Fairweather | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Girl with Green Eyes | Josie Hannigan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Stork Talk | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1962 | The Quare Fellow | Mrs. O'Hara | Flop | Similar → |
| 1961 | The Big Gamble | Cynthia | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | A Terrible Beauty | Mrs. Matia Devlin (the publican) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1960 | Sally's Irish Rogue | Ellen Carey | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | Broth of a Boy | Molly Lehane | Flop | Similar → |
| 1958 | Rooney | Mrs O'Flynn | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Jacqueline | Mrs. Flannagan | Average | Similar → |
Marie Kean - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Marie Kean?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Marie Kean is "Barry Lyndon" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Marie Kean acted in?
Marie Kean has been featured in at least 21 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Marie Kean?
Other notable films include "Macbeth", "Ryan's Daughter", and "The Dead".