Actor / Actress
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Biography
Siobhán McKenna (May 24, 1922 – November 16, 1986) was an Irish actress acclaimed for her captivating stage and screen performances. Her accolades include three Irish Film and Television Awards and a BAFTA. She was also honored with a prestigious CBE in 1977 for her contributions to the arts.
Beyond her acting work, McKenna was deeply committed to preserving and promoting Irish culture and was an outspoken advocate for human rights and social justice causes.
Siobhán McKenna is known for work in acting across film and television. New Release currently presents 27 verified screen credits connected to this profile.
Selected work includes Philadelphia, Here I Come (1975), Doctor Zhivago (1965), King of Kings (1961), Tales of the Unexpected (1979), Theatre 625 (1964), Omnibus (1952), Playhouse (1974), Producers' Showcase (1954). The recorded credits span 1947 to 2004, including 18 movies and 9 TV shows.
The filmography below lists available titles, release years and known roles. This profile is updated as additional verified information becomes available.
Profile details
Known forActing
Movies18
TV shows9
Active years represented1947–2004
Place of birthBelfast, Northern Ireland, UK
Died
Also known as
Siobhán Giollamhuire Nic Cionnaith
Known for
MoviePhiladelphia, Here I Come
MovieDoctor Zhivago
MovieKing of Kings
TV ShowTales of the Unexpected
TV ShowTheatre 625
TV ShowOmnibus
TV ShowPlayhouse
TV ShowProducers' Showcase
TV ShowSmall World
TV ShowHallmark Hall of Fame
TV ShowThe Dow Hour of Great Mysteries
TV ShowThe Last Days of Pompeii
MovieDinocroc
MovieThe Letter
MovieMemed My Hawk
MovieThe Lost People
MovieOf Human Bondage
MovieThe Playboy of the Western World
MovieDaughter of Darkness
MovieAngels in the Annexe
MovieRoald Dahl’s Tales of the Unexpected: The Landlady
MovieThe Journal of Bridget Hitler
MovieCradle of Genius
MovieZhivago: Behind the Camera with David Lean
MovieJuno and the Paycock
MovieHungry Hill
MovieCircasia