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.
Series | Shark In the Park | Kim Hughes | 2025 |
Series | High Tide | Undercover policewoman | 2025 |
Movie | Soldiers Without Guns | Narrator | 2025 |
Movie | Other Men's Careers | Self | 2023-08-01 |
Movie | Minions: The Rise of Gru | Nun-Chuck (voice) | 2022-06-29 |
Movie | Antarctica from Above | Narrator | 2022-08-25 |
Series | RuPaul's Drag Race Down Under | Self - Guest Judge | 2021-05-01 |
Series | Mr. Corman | Cheryl | 2021-08-06 |
Movie | Mothers of the Revolution | Herself | 2021-10-07 |
Movie | The Spine of Night | Tzod | 2021-10-29 |
Movie | Toke | Duke | 2020-09-14 |
Series | My Life Is Murder | Alexa Crowe | 2019-07-17 |
Movie | Mosley | Bera (voice) | 2019-10-10 |
Series | Star Wars Resistance | Unknown | 2018-10-07 |
Movie | The Breaker Upperers | Client | 2018-03-10 |
Series | Robert Kirkman's Secret History of Comics | Self | 2017-11-12 |
Movie | The Changeover | Miryam Carlisle | 2017-09-28 |
Series | The Late Show with Stephen Colbert | Self | 2015-09-08 |
Series | Ash vs Evil Dead | Ruby Knowby | 2015-10-31 |
Movie | How Bizarre: The Story of an Otara Millionaire | Herself | 2014-08-25 |
Series | The Code | Alex Wisham | 2014-09-21 |
Series | Salem | Condessa Marburg | 2014-04-20 |
Series | Top of the Lake | Caroline Platt | 2013-03-18 |
Series | Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. | Isabelle 'Izzy' Hartley | 2013-09-24 |
Series | Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles | Hiidrala (voice) | 2012-09-28 |
Series | Super City | Unknown | 2011-02-11 |
Series | Spartacus: Gods of the Arena | Lucretia | 2011-01-21 |
Series | No Ordinary Family | Helen Burton | 2010-09-28 |
Series | Spartacus | Lucretia | 2010-01-22 |
Movie | Lez Chat | Construction Worker | 2010-07-09 |
Series | Adventure Time | General Tarsal (voice) | 2010-04-05 |
Series | Angel of Death | Vera | 2009-03-02 |
Series | RuPaul's Drag Race | Self - Judge | 2009-02-02 |
Movie | Angel of Death | Vera | 2009-07-07 |
Movie | Battlestar Galactica: The Plan | D'Anna Biers (archive footage) (uncredited) | 2009-10-27 |
Movie | Bitch Slap | Mother Superior | 2009-05-16 |
Series | Parks and Recreation | Diane Lewis | 2009-04-09 |
Movie | Justice League: The New Frontier | Wonder Woman (voice) | 2008-02-26 |
Movie | Bedtime Stories | Aspen | 2008-12-24 |
Movie | Dragonlance: Dragons of Autumn Twilight | Goldmoon (voice) | 2008-01-15 |
Movie | Lucy Lawless in Concert | Unknown | 2007-07-30 |
Series | Burn Notice | Evelyn | 2007-06-28 |
Series | Flight of the Conchords | Paula | 2007-06-17 |
Movie | The Darkroom | Cheryl | 2006-01-01 |
Movie | Boogeyman | Tim's Mother | 2005-02-04 |
Series | The Reichen Show | Self | 2005-11-11 |
Movie | Locusts | Maddy Rierdon | 2005-04-24 |
Movie | Vampire Bats | Maddy Rierdon | 2005-10-30 |
Series | American Dad! | Stacy (voice) | 2005-02-06 |
Series | On Air with Ryan Seacrest | Self | 2004-01-01 |
Series | The L Word | Marybeth Duffy | 2004-01-18 |
Movie | EuroTrip | Madame Vandersexxx | 2004-02-20 |
Series | Battlestar Galactica | Unknown | 2004-10-18 |
Series | Veronica Mars | Agent Morris | 2004-09-22 |
Movie | Double Dare | Self | 2004-03-13 |
Series | Jimmy Kimmel Live! | Unknown | 2003-01-26 |
Series | Tarzan | Kathleen Clayton | 2003-10-05 |
Series | Two and a Half Men | Pamela | 2003-09-22 |
Series | Warrior Women with Lucy Lawless | Self | 2003-10-15 |
Movie | Spider-Man | Punk Rock Girl | 2002-05-01 |
Series | CSI: Miami | Unknown | 2002-09-23 |
Series | Less than Perfect | Tracy Fletcher | 2002-10-01 |
Movie | Saturday Night Live: The Best of Will Ferrell | Art Teacher (archive footage) | 2002-09-28 |
Series | The Bernie Mac Show | Unknown | 2001-11-14 |
Movie | Ginger Snaps | Announcer on School's PA System (Uncredited) | 2000-12-11 |
Series | Curb Your Enthusiasm | Lucy Lawless | 2000-10-15 |
Movie | I'll Make You Happy | self | 1999-04-08 |
Movie | Hercules and Xena - The Animated Movie: The Battle for Mount Olympus | Xena | 1998-01-06 |
Movie | Hercules & Xena: Wizards of the Screen | Xena | 1997-06-01 |
Series | Just Shoot Me! | Stacy | 1997-03-04 |
Series | The Rosie O'Donnell Show | Self | 1996-06-10 |
Movie | Peach | Peach | 1996-07-19 |
Series | Hercules: The Legendary Journeys | Xena | 1995-01-29 |
Series | Xena: Warrior Princess | Xena | 1995-09-04 |
Movie | Your Studio and You | Self | 1995-02-01 |
Movie | Hercules and the Amazon Women | Lysia | 1994-04-24 |
Movie | Typhon's People | Mink Tertius | 1993-01-01 |
Movie | The Rainbow Warrior | Jane Redmond | 1993-05-22 |
Series | The X-Files | Shannon McMahon | 1993-09-10 |
Series | Late Night with Conan O'Brien | Self - Guest | 1993-09-13 |
Series | Funny Business | 1992-11-22 | |
Series | The Simpsons | Unknown | 1989-12-17 |
Series | LIVE with Kelly and Mark | Unknown | 1988-09-05 |
Series | The Ray Bradbury Theater | Unknown | 1985-05-21 |
Series | Saturday Night Live | Self - Host | 1975-10-11 |