Brenda Blethyn
22 titles
Filmography
22 results

Secrets & Lies
(1996)A working-class British woman is unexpectedly reunited with the daughter she gave up for adoption many years ago.

Little Voice
(1998)World-class stars Michael Caine (Hannah and Her Sisters), Brenda Blethyn (Secrets and Lies) and Ewan McGregor (Star Wars: Episode I, Trainspotting) deliver acclaimed performances in an inspirational story about a painfully shy young woman and how the power of music leads her to an amazing transformation!

Undertaking Betty
(2002)A funeral director and the woman he has loved since childhood, both of whom married badly, plot to fake her death so that they can be together.

Blizzard
(2003)A reindeer uses her special gifts to help a girl realize her inner-strength and potential but, by doing so, risks banishment from Santa's village.

Belonging
(2004)After giving up her job as a librarian to care for her husband’s elderly family, Jess’ world falls apart when he leaves her for a younger woman.

On a Clear Day
(2005)A man who finds himself out of work at fifty-five, finds a new lease of life when his friend happens to mention in idle conversation swimming to France.

Mary and Martha
(2013)Two very different women forge a bond steeped in tragedy and African culture in this uplifting tale.

Lovely & Amazing
(2002)Self-esteem and insecurity lie at the heart of this comedy about the relationship between a mother and her three confused adult daughters.

The Sleeping Dictionary
(2003)Jessica Alba speaks the language of seduction in this tantalizing story of forbidden love set against the backdrop of the steamy jungles of 1930's Sarawak.

Ethel & Ernest
(2016)Based on a true story from the creator of The Snowman, Ethel & Ernest is a humorous and heartfelt tribute to an ordinary couple and an extraordinary generation.
Grown-Ups
(1980)Dick and Mandy move into their new council house and discover their neighbour is Ralph Butcher, one of their former schoolteachers.
Mysterious Creatures
(2006)Middle-aged married couple Wendy and Bill Ainscow (Brenda Blethyn and Timothy Spall) are struggling to cope with their daughter's erratic behavior when they make a pact to end it all in this 'riveting' (The Observer) drama based on real events.

Sonny
(2002)A soldier returns home to New Orleans hoping to break away from his upbringing as a sex worker, but his brothel-madam mother has other plans for him.

King Lear
(1982)The aging King Lear decides to abdicate and divide his kingdom in accordance with how much his three daughters say they love him. His youngest daughter refuses to answer and finds herself banished. The elder daughters plot a cruel betrayal against him which ultimately threatens the kingdom and the King's own sanity.

Vera, Farewell Pet
(2025)Say farewell to Vera in a special documentary marking the end of the iconic series. With exclusive behind-the-scenes access and insights from the cast, it reflects on 14 years of captivating stories, stunning Northumberland settings, and lasting impact.

Pride & Prejudice
(2005)As Elizabeth Bennet faces mounting pressure to marry, sparks fly when she meets the handsome Mr. Darcy while living in the English countryside.

Pumpkin
(2002)A sorority girl agrees to coach disabled athletes to make her chapter look good, but unexpectedly falls for the player she is assigned to.

Beyond the Sea
(2004)The spotlight shines on the life of “Mack the Knife” crooner Bobby Darin and his marriage to Hollywood starlet Sandra Dee in this tuneful biopic.

Music from Another Room
(1998)A man's search for his one true love, whose birth he assisted in as a five-year-old.

Atonement
(2007)Her childhood lies shattered lives. Years later, in war-torn London, a young woman seeks atonement for the damage done. Based on the novel by Ian McEwan.