Siobhán McSweeney
ActingAbout Siobhán McSweeney
Siobhán McSweeney (born 27 December 1979) is an Irish actress and presenter. She is best known for her role as Sister Michael in Derry Girls. McSweeney was born in County Cork, Ireland where she grew up in Aherla. Before acting, she earned a science degree at the University College Cork. In 2001, she moved to London when she secured a place at the Central School of Speech and Drama.
Siobhán McSweeney Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Siobhán McSweeney reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 13 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Siobhán McSweeney's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 31% of Siobhán McSweeney'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 The Wind That Shakes the Barley, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Siobhán McSweeney Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Siobhán McSweeney's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Siobhán McSweeney has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Madfabulous | Blanche | Flop | Similar → |
| 2026 | National Theatre Live: The Playboy of the Western World | Widow Quin | Flop | Similar → |
| 2024 | Spud | Spud | Average | Similar → |
| 2022 | Brian Friel: Shy Man, Showman | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2021 | The Electrical Life of Louis Wain | Dr Cooke | Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | Happy Days | Winnie | Flop | Similar → |
| 2020 | Nowhere Special | Pam | Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | Scrubber | Scrubber | Flop | Similar → |
| 2020 | Anthony | Luighsearch Kelly | Average | Similar → |
| 2020 | The Widow | Eileen | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | Extra Ordinary | Boring Noreen | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | Alice Through the Looking Glass | Witzender | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | The Wind That Shakes the Barley | Julia (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
Siobhán McSweeney - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Siobhán McSweeney?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Siobhán McSweeney is "The Wind That Shakes the Barley" with a rating of 7.3/10.
How many movies has Siobhán McSweeney acted in?
Siobhán McSweeney has been featured in at least 13 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Siobhán McSweeney?
Other notable films include "Nowhere Special", "The Electrical Life of Louis Wain", and "Alice Through the Looking Glass".