Andrea Riseborough is an English actress born on November 20, 1981, in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. More recently, Andrea Riseborough received her first Oscar nomination at the 95th Academy Award for Best Actress category for the movie “To Leslie.” She is best known for her versatile acting skills and has appeared in various films, television shows, and stage productions.
Riseborough began her acting career in theatre, performing in plays such as "A Brief History of Helen of Troy" and "Miss Julie." She then transitioned to television, appearing in shows like "Party Animals" and "Being Human." In 2011, she landed her breakout role in the film "W.E.," directed by Madonna, where she played the lead role of Wallis Simpson.
Throughout her career, Riseborough has been recognized for her talent and has received numerous nominations and awards, including a British Independent Film Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role in "The Death of Stalin." She was also nominated for a BAFTA award for her performance on the TV series "The Long Walk to Finchley."
Andrea Riseborough Movies
Andrea Riseborough is widely regarded as a talented and versatile actress, known for her ability to portray complex and challenging characters. Here is a list of some of her notable film performances:
"Brighton Rock" (2010) - Riseborough played the role of Rose, a young waitress who becomes involved with a gangster.
"W.E." (2011) - Riseborough portrayed Wallis Simpson, the American divorcee who married King Edward VIII and caused a constitutional crisis in the British monarchy.
"Shadow Dancer" (2012) - Riseborough played the lead role of Collette, an Irish Republican Army (IRA) informant who is forced to choose between her loyalty to her family and her duty to the British authorities.
"Birdman" (2014) - Riseborough had a supporting role in this critically acclaimed film, playing Laura, the girlfriend of one of the main characters.
"The Death of Stalin" (2017) - Riseborough played the role of Svetlana Stalin, the daughter of Soviet dictator Joseph Stalin.
"Nancy" (2018) - Riseborough starred in the titular role of Nancy, a troubled woman who becomes convinced that she was kidnapped as a child.
"Mandy" (2018) - Riseborough had a supporting role in this psychedelic horror film, playing the girlfriend of the main character.
"The Grudge" (2020) - Riseborough starred as a detective investigating a mysterious curse in this horror film.
Other notable films in which Riseborough has appeared include "Oblivion" (2013), "Battle of the Sexes" (2017), and "Luxor" (2020).
Andrea Riseborough TV Shows
Here are some of Andrea Riseborough's notable television performances:
"Party Animals" (2007) - Riseborough played the role of Kirsty, a young researcher working in the British Parliament.
"The Devil's Whore" (2008) - Riseborough had the lead role in this historical drama, playing the character of Angelica Fanshawe during the English Civil War.
"Being Human" (2009) - Riseborough had a guest role in this supernatural comedy-drama, playing the character of Yvonne.
"Black Mirror" (2013) - Riseborough appeared in the episode "Crocodile" as a successful architect who becomes embroiled in a cover-up.
"Bloodline" (2015-2017) - Riseborough had a recurring role in the second and third seasons of this Netflix drama series, playing the character of Evangeline Radosevich.
"National Treasure" (2016) - Riseborough had a supporting role in this critically acclaimed miniseries, playing the daughter of a celebrity accused of sexual assault.
"ZeroZeroZero" (2020) - Riseborough starred in this crime drama miniseries as a tough businesswoman involved in the international cocaine trade.
Riseborough's television work has received critical acclaim, with her performances in "The Devil's Whore" and "Bloodline" earning her nominations for BAFTA and Critics' Choice Television Awards, respectively.
Andrea Riseborough Awards
Andrea Riseborough has received critical acclaim for her acting performances in both film and television, earning numerous award nominations and wins throughout her career. Here are some of the most notable awards that she has received:
British Independent Film Award for Best Supporting Actress for "The Death of Stalin" (2017)
Dublin Film Critics' Circle Award for Best Actress for "Nancy" (2018)
Venice Film Festival Volpi Cup for Best Actress for "Luxor" (2020)
Evening Standard British Film Award for Best Actress for "Luxor" (2020)
Satellite Award for Best Actress in a Miniseries or TV Film for "National Treasure" (2016)
Screen Actors Guild Award nomination for Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture for "Birdman" (2014)
BAFTA TV Award nomination for Best Actress for "The Long Walk to Finchley" (2009)
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