Helen Mirren's Best Movies and TV Shows, Ranked

Helen Mirren has become known as one of the best British actors, securing multiple awards and nominations at various ceremonies including the Golden Globes, Emmys, and Academy Awards. The variety of work that Mirren has been involved with proves exactly why she's had such an extensive and successful career.
Mirren's screen and TV work began in 1966 with an uncredited role in Press for Time. Since then, she has never been short of acting parts, taking huge steps in establishing her career, and becoming a hugely popular performer. With so many shows and films to her name, it's no easy task to narrow it down to a shortlist. Nonetheless, certain performances do a stronger job than others at showcasing the skill and artistry that Mirren has been so effortlessly capable of.
Age of Consent Is Helen Mirren's Breakout Role
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Starting with a film that debuted in 1969, Mirren starred...
Mirren's screen and TV work began in 1966 with an uncredited role in Press for Time. Since then, she has never been short of acting parts, taking huge steps in establishing her career, and becoming a hugely popular performer. With so many shows and films to her name, it's no easy task to narrow it down to a shortlist. Nonetheless, certain performances do a stronger job than others at showcasing the skill and artistry that Mirren has been so effortlessly capable of.
Age of Consent Is Helen Mirren's Breakout Role
Rotten Tomatoes
IMDb
100%
6.3/10
Starting with a film that debuted in 1969, Mirren starred...
- 5/27/2024
- by Ruby Brown
- CBR
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