Lucy Lawless
Acting
86 titles
Lucy Lawless, born Lucille Frances Ryan on March 29, 1968, in Mount Albert, Auckland, New Zealand, is an actress, singer, and activist. She gained international recognition and became an iconic figure for her role as Xena in the television series "Xena: Warrior Princess." Lawless began her acting career in New Zealand, initially appearing in various local productions. However, it was her portrayal of the fierce and courageous warrior princess Xena in "Xena: Warrior Princess" (1995-2001) that catapulted her to worldwide fame. The show became a cultural phenomenon and developed a dedicated fan following. Lawless received critical acclaim for her performance, earning praise for her physicality, strong presence, and ability to convey both strength and vulnerability. Beyond her work as Xena, Lawless has appeared in numerous television series and films. She has showcased her versatility as an actress, taking on roles in both drama and comedy. Lawless has appeared in shows such as "Battlestar Galactica," "Spartacus," "Ash vs Evil Dead," and "Parks and Recreation," among others. She has also made guest appearances in various series, demonstrating her range as an actress. Aside from her acting career, Lawless is known for her activism and advocacy work. She has been involved in environmental causes and has spoken out on issues such as climate change and ocean conservation. Lawless has used her platform to raise awareness and promote positive change in various areas. Throughout her career, Lucy Lawless has proven herself as a talented and versatile actress, captivating audiences with her powerful performances and strong on-screen presence. She continues to be admired for her portrayal of Xena and remains an influential figure in the entertainment industry.
Filmography
Spartacus: House of Ashur
2025
Pike River
2025
Other Men's Careers
2023
Antarctica from Above
2022
Minions: The Rise of Gru
2022
The Spine of Night
2021
Mothers of the Revolution
2021
Mr. Corman
2021
Drag Race Down Under
2021
Toke
2020
Mosley
2019
My Life Is Murder
2019
Soldiers Without Guns
2019
Star Wars Resistance
2018
The Breaker Upperers
2018
Robert Kirkman's Secret History of Comics
2017
The Changeover
2017
Ash vs Evil Dead
2015
The Late Show with Stephen Colbert
2015
The Code
2014
How Bizarre: The Story of an Otara Millionaire
2014
Salem
2014
Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.
2013
Top of the Lake
2013
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
2012
Super City
2011
Lez Chat
2010
Adventure Time
2010
Spartacus
2010
Battlestar Galactica: The Plan
2009
Angel of Death
2009
Bitch Slap
2009
Parks and Recreation
2009
Angel of Death
2009
RuPaul's Drag Race
2009
Bedtime Stories
2008
Justice League: The New Frontier
2008
Dragonlance: Dragons of Autumn Twilight
2008
Lucy Lawless in Concert
2007
Burn Notice
2007
Flight of the Conchords
2007
The Darkroom
2006
The Reichen Show
2005
Vampire Bats
2005
Locusts
2005
American Dad!
2005
Boogeyman
2005
Battlestar Galactica
2004
Veronica Mars
2004
Double Dare
2004
EuroTrip
2004
The L Word
2004
On Air with Ryan Seacrest
2004
Warrior Women with Lucy Lawless
2003
Tarzan
2003
Two and a Half Men
2003
Jimmy Kimmel Live!
2003
Less than Perfect
2002
Saturday Night Live: The Best of Will Ferrell
2002
CSI: Miami
2002
Spider-Man
2002
The Bernie Mac Show
2001
Ginger Snaps
2000
Curb Your Enthusiasm
2000
I'll Make You Happy
1999
Hercules and Xena - The Animated Movie: The Battle for Mount Olympus
1998
Hercules & Xena: Wizards of the Screen
1997
The Rainbow Warrior
1997
Just Shoot Me!
1997
The Daily Show
1996
Peach
1996
The Rosie O'Donnell Show
1996
Xena: Warrior Princess
1995
Your Studio and You
1995
Hercules: The Legendary Journeys
1995
Hercules and the Amazon Women
1994
Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras
1994
Late Night with Conan O'Brien
1993
The X-Files
1993
Late Show with David Letterman
1993
Typhon's People
1993
A Bitter Song
1990
The Simpsons
1989
LIVE with Kelly and Mark
1988
The Ray Bradbury Theater
1985
Saturday Night Live
1975