Mary-Anne Fahey - Actor Profile

Mary-Anne Fahey

Acting
Updated: Apr 19, 2026
8Total Films
8.0 Highest Rated
Born: Aug 19, 1955
Birth Place: Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

About Mary-Anne Fahey

Mary-Anne Fahey (born 19th August 1955 as Mary-Anne Waterman) in Melbourne, is an Australian actress, comedian and writer. Fahey has has starred in and written for numerous comedy programs including The Comedy Company, Kittson Fahey, the first Australian female-only sketch comedy program, Get a Life and One Size Fits All. In her later career, Fahey is concentrating on writing and children's threatre. In May 2007, she published her first children's novel, I, Nigel Dorking: An Autobiography about a Boy with an Unusual Vocabulary, a Suit of Armour and an Unshakeable Dream, Written by That Very Boy (Nigel Dorking), Grade Six. Fahey married three times to television writer-actor Ian McFadyen, author Morris Gleitzman (1994-2011) and author Paul Jennings (2014-present).

Mary-Anne Fahey Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Mary-Anne Fahey reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 8 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 13% of Mary-Anne Fahey'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 Wisecracks, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Mary-Anne Fahey Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Mary-Anne Fahey's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Mary-Anne Fahey has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

Mary-Anne Fahey - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Mary-Anne Fahey?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Mary-Anne Fahey is "Wisecracks" with a rating of 8.0/10.

How many movies has Mary-Anne Fahey acted in?

Mary-Anne Fahey has been featured in at least 8 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Mary-Anne Fahey?

Other notable films include "Celia", "The Dunera Boys", and "Future Schlock".

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