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Janet McTeer

Birth Place: ENGLAND

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BIO

Janet McTeer is an English actress. She began her career training at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art before earning acclaim for playing diverse roles on stage and screen in both period pieces and modern dramas. She has received numerous accolades including a Tony Award, an Olivier Award, a Golden Globe Award and nominations for two Academy Awards and a Primetime Emmy Award. In 2008 she was appointed an Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) for her services to drama.



McTeer made her professional stage debut in 1984, and was nominated for the 1986 Olivier Award for Best Newcomer for The Grace of Mary Traverse. She received the Laurence Olivier Award for Best Actress, and the Tony Award for Best Actress in a Play for her performance in A Doll's House in 1997. For her roles on Broadway, she received two other nominations for Mary Stuart in 2009 and Bernhardt/Hamlet in 2019. Most recently, she appeared in Phaedra in London in the role of Helen.

McTeer has also gained acclaim for her film roles, having received two Academy Award nominations, one for Best Actress for Tumbleweeds in 1999, and the other for Best Supporting Actress for Albert Nobbs in 2011. Other roles include Wuthering Heights (1992), Carrington (1995), Velvet Goldmine (1998), Songcatcher (2000), As You Like It (2006), The Divergent Series (2015–2016), and The Menu (2022).

On television, she starred in the title role of Lynda La Plante's The Governor (1995–1996), and received a Primetime Emmy Award nomination for her portrayal of Clementine Churchill in the HBO film Into the Storm (2009). She is also known for her roles in Damages (2012), The White Queen (2013), The Honourable Woman (2014), Jessica Jones (2018), Sorry for Your Loss (2018–2019), and Ozark (2018–2020).

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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Roundabout Theatre Company Original Broadway Production, 2018
Sarah Bernhardt


[Broadway]
Donmar Warehouse Broadway Revival Production, 2016
La Marquise de Merteuil


[Off-Broadway]
2016 Shakespeare in the Park Production, 2016
Performer


[West End]
Donmar Warehouse Production, 2015
La Marquise De Mereuil


[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2009
Mary Stuart


[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2009
Veronica [Replacement]

[Replacement]

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1997
Nora Helmer


Movies

Half Moon Street
[ 1986 ] Van Arkady's Secretary
Hawks
[ 1988 ] Hazel
Precious Bane
[ 1989 ] Prue Sarn
The Black Velvet Gown
[ 1991 ] Riah Millican
A Masculine Ending
[ 1992 ] Loretta Lawson
Wuthering Heights
[ 1992 ] Ellen Dean
Don't Leave Me This Way
[ 1993 ] Loretta Lawson
Carrington
[ 1995 ] Vanessa Bell
Saint-Ex
[ 1996 ] Genevieve de Ville-Franche
Velvet Goldmine
[ 1998 ] Female Narrator - Voice
Tumbleweeds
[ 1999 ] Mary Jo Walker
Songcatcher
[ 2000 ] Lily Penleric
The King Is Alive
[ 2000 ] Liz
Waking the Dead
[ 2000 ] Caroline Pierce
The Intended
[ 2002 ] Sarah Morris
Tideland
[ 2005 ] Dell
As You Like It
[ 2006 ] Audrey
Daphne
[ 2007 ] Gertrude Lawrence
Into the Storm
[ 2009 ] Clementine Churchill
Albert Nobbs
[ 2011 ] Hubert Page
Cat Run
[ 2011 ] Helen Bingham
Island
[ 2011 ] Phyllis
Weekends at Bellevue
[ 2011 ] Diane Wallace
Hannah Arendt
[ 2012 ] Mary McCarthy
The Woman in Black
[ 2012 ] Mrs. Daily
Maleficent
[ 2014 ] Narrator - Voice
Manglehorn
[ 2014 ]
Angelica
[ 2015 ] Anne Montague
Fathers & Daughters
[ 2015 ] Carolyn
Insurgent
[ 2015 ] Edith Prior
Allegiant
[ 2016 ] Edith Prior
Me Before You
[ 2016 ] Camilla Traynor
National Theatre Live: Les Liaisons Dangereuses
[ 2016 ] Marquise de Merteuil
Paint It Black
[ 2016 ] Meredith
The Exception
[ 2016 ] Princess Hermine
Glimpse
[ 2022 ] Lucienne
The Menu
[ 2022 ] Lillian
Mission: Impossible 8
[ 2024 ]
Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning
[ 2025 ] Walters

TV Shows

Harry Potter
[ 2027-0 ] Minerva McGonagall
Juliet Bravo
Esther Pearson
Gems
Stephanie Wilde
Theatre Night
Miss Julie
Les Girls
Susan
Portrait of a Marriage
Vita Sackville-West
The Play on One
Dr. Juliet Horwitz
Screen One
[ 1990-1991 ] Adult Claudie, Caroline
Screen Two
[ 1990-1993 ] Madeleine Severn, Céleste Albaret
Jackanory
Storyteller
The Governor
[ 1995-1996 ] Helen Hewitt
Marple
Anne Protheroe
The Amazing Mrs Pritchard
Catherine Walker
Five Days
DS Amy Foster
Sense & Sensibility
Mrs. Dashwood
Hunter
DS Amy Foster
Psychoville
Cheryl
Damages
Kate Franklin
Parade's End
Mrs. Satterthwaite
The White Queen
Jacquetta Woodville
The Honourable Woman
Dame Julia Walsh
Battle Creek
Commander Kim Guziewicz
Jessica Jones
Alisa Jones
Sorry for Your Loss
[ 2018-2019 ] Amy
Ozark
[ 2018-2020 ] Helen Pierce
The Old Man
Marion
Kaos
Hera
MobLand
[ 2025-2025 ] Kat McAllister
Gangs of London
[ 2020-2025 ] Isabel Vaughn

Awards and Nominations

Drama League Awards - 2019 - Distinguished Performance Award

Janet McTeer, Bernhardt/Hamlet

Tony Awards - 2019 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play

Janet McTeer, Bernhardt/Hamlet

Olivier Awards - 2016 - Best Actress

Janet McTeerLes Liaisons Dangereuses


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2009 - Outstanding Actress in a Play

Janet McTeer, Mary Stuart

Tony Awards - 2009 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play

Janet McTeer, Mary Stuart

Olivier Awards - 2006 - Best Actress

Janet McTeerMary Stuart


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1997 - Outstanding Actress - Play

Janet McTeer, A Doll's House


winner
Olivier Awards - 1997 - Best Actress

Janet McTeerA Doll's House


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1997 - Best Actress - Play

Janet McTeer, A Doll's House


winner
Theatre World Awards - 1997 - Performance

Janet McTeer, A Doll's House


winner
Tony Awards - 1997 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play

Janet McTeer, A Doll's House

Olivier Awards - 1992 - Actress of the Year

Janet McTeerUncle Vanya

Olivier Awards - 1992 - Actress of the Year

Janet McTeerUncle Vanya

Olivier Awards - 1986 - Most Promising Newcomer of the Year in Theatre

Janet McTeerThe Grace Of Mary Traverse

Videos

News


Broadway Streaming Guide: December 2025 - Where to Watch PERCY JACKSON, New KNIVES OUT & More
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 3, 2025

As 2025 comes to a close, find out what to stream this December, including the new season of Percy Jackson & the Olympians, the third Knives Out movie, Noah Baumbach's Jay Kelly, Season 5 of Emily and Paris, and more.
Video: Mandy Patinkin Discusses Patti LuPone Reunion in New Gilded Age Series THE ARTIST
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 25, 2025

Mandy Patinkin recently spoke with BroadwayWorld about starring in the new Gilded Age-era series The Artist, and what it was like to reunite with Evita co-star Patti LuPone for the project.
Eddie Izzard to Bring SHAKESPEARE'S HAMLET To Los Angeles
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 14, 2025

Tony Award-nominated Eddie Izzard will bring Shakespeare's Hamlet to life in a dynamic new staging of the iconic play, adapted by Mark Izzard and directed by Selina Cadell, in Los Angeles.
Broadway Streaming Guide: November 2025- Where to Watch THE ARTIST, New WICKED Special, & More
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 3, 2025

This November, Broadway fans will be treated to lots of new streaming content, including the debut of The Artist, new seasons of Palm Royale and Stranger Things, Downton Abbey, and more. 
Video: Watch the Final Trailer for THE ARTIST with Mandy Patinkin, Patti LuPone & More
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 3, 2025

The Network has shared the final trailer for The Artist, the new historical fiction series starring several Broadway stars, including Mandy Patinkin, Patti LuPone, Zachary Quinto, Clark Gregg, Janet McTeer, and more. Check out the trailer, along with first-look images here.
Video: Mandy Patinkin, Patti LuPone & More in First Trailer for THE ARTIST
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 9, 2025

The Network has dropped the trailer for part one of The Artist, the new historical fiction series full of many Broadway stars, including Mandy Patinkin, Patti LuPone, Zachary Quinto, Clark Gregg, Janet McTeer, and more. Watch the trailer now.
All of the Theater Stars in HBO's HARRY POTTER TV Series
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 10, 2025

With the Harry Potter show now in production in the UK, we have put together a guide to the stage performers assembled for this new series, from two-time Tony winner John Lithgow to Arabella Stanton.
Former West End MATILDA Will Play Hermione in New HARRY POTTER Series
by Joshua Wright - May 27, 2025

The HBO Original Harry Potter series has cast Dominic McLaughlin as Harry Potter, Arabella Stanton - best known for playing Matilda in the West End—as Hermione Granger, and Alastair Stout as Ron Weasley. Production is set to begin this summer.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld April 15, 2025
by - Apr 15, 2025

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is April 15, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Janet McTeer, Paapa Essiedu, & More Confirmed for HARRY POTTER HBO Series
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 14, 2025

The HBO Harry Potter series has confirmed the casting of John Lithgow as Albus Dumbledore, Janet McTeer as Minerva McGonagall, Paapa Essiedu as Severus Snape, and Nick Frost as Rubeus Hagrid.
Video: Tom Cruise Stars in MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE " THE FINAL RECKONING Trailer
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 7, 2025

Tom Cruise is back in the new trailer for Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning, the eighth installment in the fan-favorite action franchise. Watch it now!
Eddie Izzard's HAMLET Extends Seattle Run
by Stephi Wild - Apr 4, 2025

Due to popular demand, Eddie Izzard's solo performance of Shakespeare's Hamlet has been extended by one week at Seattle Rep's Leo K. Theatre. Learn more about the show here!
Exclusive: 'Mama Ma' From PHAEDRA World Premiere Recording
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 19, 2024

BroadwayWorld is excited to debut the exclusive track 'Mama Ma' from the world premiere recording of the National Theatre production of Phaedra. Listen to it now.
Katharine McPhee Joins Murder Mystery Series THE ARTIST
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 10, 2024

Katharine McPhee has joined the cast of the new limited original series The Artist. The Smash star, along with Jill Hennessy, Ever Anderson, and Ana Mulvoy Ten have all been cast in the The Network series.
Patti LuPone, Zachary Quinto & More Join Murder Mystery Series THE ARTIST
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 22, 2024

The Network has revealed that Broadway icon Patti LuPone, along with Hank Azaria, Zachary Quinto, and Clark Gregg have been cast in its new limited original series, “The Artist.”
Mandy Patinkin and Janet McTeer to Star in New Limited Series THE ARTIST
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 4, 2024

The Network has announced that it will begin production of its new limited original series, “The Artist.” The murder mystery series stars Tony-winner Mandy Patinkin, Tony-winner Janet McTeer, and Danny Huston.
Photos/Video: Netflix Releases New Trailer and First Look Photos for KAOS
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 19, 2024

Netflix has premiered the official trailer for the upcoming series KAOS, alongside the first looks of Billie Piper, Suzy Eddie Izzard, and Debi Mazar. KAOS stars Jeff Goldblum as Zeus alongside Janet McTeer, David Thewlis, Rakie Ayola, and more. Watch the trailer and take a look at the new photos here!
Video: Jeff Goldblum is Zeus in New Trailer for Netflix Series KAOS
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 25, 2024

Netflix has dropped the teaser trailer for KAOS, the upcoming series starring Jeff Goldblum. From Charlie Covell KAOS is a bold, darkly comic, contemporary take on Greek mythology: exploring love, power, and life in the underworld. Watch the trailer now!
Theater Latté Da Presents SCOTLAND, PA At The Ritz Theater This September
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 16, 2024

Theater Latté Da brings SCOTLAND, PA to The Ritz Theater from September 18 to October 20, 2024. Enjoy this dark comedy adaptation of Shakespeare's MACBETH set in a 1970s Pennsylvania diner.
Recap the 2024 Tony Awards Acceptance Speeches
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 16, 2024

The 77th Annual Tony Awards have officially begun! As winners take the stage this evening, stay tuned to BroadwayWorld as we bring you full text of all of the acceptance speeches; from the emotional to the humorous, and everything in between.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Janet McTeer been in?

Janet McTeer has appeared on Broadway in 5 shows.

How many West End shows has Janet McTeer been in?

Janet McTeer has appeared on London's West End in 1 shows.

What was Janet McTeer's first West End show?

Janet McTeer's first West End show was Les Liasons Dangereuses which opened in 2015

What awards has Janet McTeer been nominated for?

Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Bernhardt/Hamlet, Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Bernhardt/Hamlet, Best Actress (Olivier Awards) for Les Liaisons Dangereuses, Outstanding Actress in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Mary Stuart, Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Mary Stuart, Best Actress (Olivier Awards) for Mary Stuart, Outstanding Actress - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for A Doll's House, Best Actress (Olivier Awards) for A Doll's House, Best Actress - Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for A Doll's House , Performance (Theatre World Awards) for A Doll's House, Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for A Doll's House, Actress of the Year (Olivier Awards) for Uncle Vanya, Actress of the Year (Olivier Awards) for Uncle Vanya and Most Promising Newcomer of the Year in Theatre (Olivier Awards) for The Grace Of Mary Traverse.

What awards has Janet McTeer won?

Janet McTeer has won several prestigious awards, including Outstanding Actress in a Play at the Drama Desk Awards for Mary Stuart, and Outstanding Actress in a Play at the Drama Desk Awards for A Doll's House. She also received the Best Actress award at the Olivier Awards for A Doll's House, Best Actress in a Play at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for A Doll's House, and a Theatre World Award for her performance in A Doll's House. Additionally, she won the Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play for A Doll's House.

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