Sara Powell
ActingAbout Sara Powell
Sara Powell (born 23 June 1968) is a British-Jamaican stage, screen and voice-over actress and audiobook narrator. Her regular television roles include crown prosecutor Rachel Barker in the BBC's police procedural drama HolbyBlue (2007–2008), driver Sally Reid in ITV's firefighting drama London's Burning (1993–1994) and psychologist Cass in Channel 4's sitcom Damned (2016–2018). She also played historical figure Mary Seacole in the thirteenth series of the BBC One long-running science fiction series Doctor Who (2021), as well as a number of other characters in its spin-off audio dramas, produced by Big Finish Productions.
Sara Powell Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Sara Powell reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 10 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Sara Powell's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 50% of Sara Powell'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 Ruth, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Sara Powell Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Sara Powell's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Sara Powell has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Implosion: The Titanic Sub Disaster | Self - Narrator (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2024 | The Red Ball | Mother | Flop | Similar → |
| 2022 | National Theatre Live: The Seagull | Polina | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | Last Christmas | Casting Director | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Ruth | Ruth | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | National Theatre Live: The Madness of George III | Lady Elizabeth Pembroke | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | Denial | Reporter | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | The Office | Joan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | One Night Stand | Anna | Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Victoria Wood's All Day Breakfast | - | Average | Similar → |
Sara Powell - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Sara Powell?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Sara Powell is "Ruth" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Sara Powell acted in?
Sara Powell has been featured in at least 10 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Sara Powell?
Other notable films include "Last Christmas", "One Night Stand", and "Denial".