Joanna Scanlan

Joanna Scanlan

Joanna Marion Scanlan (born 27 October 1961) is a British actress and writer. On television, she is known for her roles in The Thick of It (2005–2012), Big School (2013–2014), Puppy Love (2014), No Offence (2015–2018), Requiem (2018), and The Larkins (2021). She was nominated for three BAFTA TV Awards for Getting On (2009–2012), including two for Best Writing.

Scanlan’s film appearances include Girl with a Pearl Earring (2003), Notes on a Scandal (2006), The Invisible Woman (2013), and Bridget Jones’s Baby (2016). She won the BAFTA Award for Best Actress in a Leading Role for her performance in the 2020 film After Love. She was the first person since 2003 to win the award without being nominated for the corresponding Oscar.

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Joanna Scanlan Movies

Discover the best Joanna Scanlan movies. Explore the complete filmography, including top-rated classics, newest releases, and highest-grossing films starring Joanna Scanlan ranked by year and score.

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Stardust

Stardust (2007)

Adventure Family Fantasy
A young man's reckless promise to retrieve a fallen star sends him tumbling across a magical border into a realm of witches, pirates, and celestial wonders. What begins as a...
Score 7.3

Joanna Scanlan TV Shows

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Riot Women

Riot Women (2025)

Drama
When five ordinary women decide to form a punk band for a local talent show, something unexpected happens. Armed with guitars and attitude, they discover that songwriting becomes a vehicle...
Score 7.6
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No Offence

No Offence (2015)

Crime Drama Mystery
A ragtag Manchester police unit tackles the city's worst: drug manufacturers, arsonists, and violent extremists. Led by the brilliant but volatile DI Vivienne Deering, this team of misfits have chosen...
Score 7.5

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According to aggregate user scores, the absolute best titles starring Joanna Scanlan are Stardust, Riot Women, and No Offence.
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Our database currently features a comprehensive filmography of 3 titles starring Joanna Scanlan, ranging from their earliest roles to the newest releases.
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