Movies with alison steadman

Alison Steadman is a true chameleon of British cinema, effortlessly embodying a diverse array of characters with unparalleled emotional nuance and comedic flair. A prolific actress with a career spanning over five decades, Steadman has captivated audiences with her dynamic, naturalistic performances that delve deep into the human experience. Steadman first rose to prominence in the late 1970s with her unforgettable turn as the hilariously neurotic Beverly in Mike Leigh's acclaimed dark comedy Abigail's Party, which earned her the Evening Standard Theatre Award for Best Actress. This seminal role showcased her remarkable ability to balance uproarious humor with underlying poignancy, a talent she would continue to hone in subsequent projects. In the 1990s, Steadman's powerful, empathetic performance in Leigh's Life Is Sweet solidified her status as one of the UK's most celebrated screen actresses, earning her the prestigious National Society of Film Critics Award for Best Actress. Throughout her illustrious career, Steadman has proven her versatility, seamlessly transitioning between comedic and dramatic roles with equal aplomb. From her turn as the no-nonsense matriarch in the beloved sitcom Gavin & Stacey to her nuanced portrayal of a woman navigating the complexities of aging in 23 Walks, Steadman's work is consistently marked by a remarkable depth of character and an unwavering commitment to authenticity. Her remarkable talent and enduring impact on British cinema have rightfully earned her a place among the greatest actors of her generation.

Movies with Alison Steadman

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Gavin & Stacey: A Fond Farewell (2025)

Here We Go: Our New Year’s Fireworks Fantasaganza (2025)

Better Man (2024)

Gavin & Stacey: The Making of the Finale (2024)

Here We Go: Mum's Classic Family Christmas (2023)

The 1970s Dinner Party (2023)

Wake (2023)

Queen and Country (2022)

The King's Man (2021)

23 Walks (2020)

Roald & Beatrix: The Tail of the Curious Mouse (2020)

We Love Gavin and Stacey (2020)

Gavin & Stacey: A Special Christmas (2019)

Off Grid (2019)

Care (2018)

Becky Watts Killed for Kicks (2017)

We Can Be Heroes (2017)

Yours Faithfully, Edna Welthorpe (Mrs) (2017)

Burn Burn Burn (2016)

Dad's Army (2016)

Let's Do It: A Tribute to Victoria Wood (2016)

Peterman (2015)

The One and Only Mike Leigh (2014)

A Civil Arrangement (2012)

French Exchange (2011)

Come Rain Come Shine (2010)

Fry and Laurie Reunited (2010)

Caravans: A British Love Affair (2009)

All About 'Abigail's Party' (2007)

Fanny Hill (2007)

The 50 Greatest Television Dramas (2007)

The Dinner Party (2007)

The Man from Montevideo (2007)

Who Gets the Dog (2007)

Confetti (2006)

Loony in the Woods (2006)

The Life and Death of Peter Sellers (2004)

Chunky Monkey (2003)

D.I.Y. Hard (2002)

Bob the Builder: A Christmas to Remember - The Movie (2001)

Happy Now (2001)

Ivor the Invisible (2001)

Jack and the Beanstalk (1999)

Santa's Last Christmas (1999)

Topsy-Turvy (1999)

The Missing Postman (1997)

The Ugly Duckling (1997)

Secrets & Lies (1996)

The Snow Queen's Revenge (1996)

Gotta Get Out (1995)

Degas and Pissario Fall Out (1994)

Do You Remember the First Time? (1994)

Selling Hitler (1993)

Blame It on the Bellboy (1992)

Life Is Sweet (1990)

News Hounds (1990)

7 Deadly Sins: Stage Acting (1989)

A Small Mourning (1989)

Monster Maker (1989)

Shirley Valentine (1989)

Virtuoso (1989)

Wilt (1989)

Stormy Monday (1988)

The Adventures of Baron Munchausen (1988)

The Short & Curlies (1987)

Clockwise (1986)

Coming Through (1985)

Number One (1985)

The Caucasian Chalk Circle (1985)

A Private Function (1984)

Champions (1984)

Tartuffe, or The Imposter (1983)

Mike Leigh: Making Plays (1982)

P'tang, Yang, Kipperbang (1982)

The Muscle Market (1981)

Pasmore (1980)

Two Days That Shook the Branch (1978)

Abigail's Party (1977)