Actor / Actress
Actor / Actress
Claire Benedict (born 28 July 1951) is a British actress known for her work in classical productions on the British stage, but best known for portraying the principal character Mma Ramotswe in the continuing radio adaptations of The No 1 Ladies' Detective Agency. She won a Time Out Award for Best Performance for her portrayal of Sophia Adams in Errol John's Moon on a Rainbow Shawl, directed by Maya Angelou.
Claire Benedict is known for work in acting across film and television. New Release currently presents 15 verified screen credits connected to this profile.
Selected work includes Seasick (1996), Waking the Dead (2001), Prime Suspect (1991), Jupiter Ascending (2015), Above Suspicion (2009), The Frankenstein Chronicles (2015), Thorne (2010), Unforgiven (2009). The recorded credits span 1991 to 2023, including 8 movies and 7 TV shows.
The filmography below lists available titles, release years and known roles. This profile is updated as additional verified information becomes available.
MovieSeasick
TV ShowWaking the Dead
TV ShowPrime Suspect
MovieJupiter Ascending
TV ShowAbove Suspicion
TV ShowThe Frankenstein Chronicles
TV ShowThorne
TV ShowUnforgiven
TV ShowSecrets and Words
MovieFelicia's Journey
MoviePoppy Shakespeare
MovieHamlet
MovieRSC Live: Richard III
MovieThorne: Scaredycat
MovieRSC Live: All's Well That Ends Well