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Patricia Quinn, actor
Actor

Patricia Quinn: Movies & Box Office

films
33
on screen
1964–2025
box office
$40.3M
average score
89
Born
May 28, 1944 (age 82)
Birthplace
Belfast, Northern Ireland
Citizenship
British
Occupations
Actress, Singer
Years active
1971-present
Spouses
Don Hawkins, Robert Stephens
Children
1
Career at a glance

Patricia Quinn's Career in Numbers

Patricia Quinn's films in numbers — as an actor, not counting appearances as themselves: when they were made, the genres Patricia Quinn works in most and the milestones along the way. The filmography runs from Where Has Poor Mickey Gone? (1964) to Strange Journey: The Story of Rocky Horror (2025), and the 1980s were the busiest decade.

Patricia Quinn Movies by Decade

  1. 1960s 3
  2. 1970s 11
  3. 1980s 13
  4. 2000s 1
  5. 2010s 1
  6. 2020s 1

The 1980s were Patricia Quinn's busiest decade, with 13 films.

Patricia Quinn Movies by Genre

  • Comedy 8
  • Drama 7
  • Adventure 3
  • Documentary 2
  • Western 2
  • Thriller 1
  • Sci-Fi 1
  • Horror 1
  • Family 1
  • Mystery 1

Comedy is the genre Patricia Quinn has worked in most, with 8 films, ahead of drama (7).

Patricia Quinn Career Milestones

Biggest box office hit
The Meaning of Life $14.9M worldwide
Best-rated film
Strange Journey: The Story of Rocky Horror Movie Echo Score 90
33 credits

Patricia Quinn Filmography: Every Movie

Every film Patricia Quinn is credited on, newest first, with the role, the box office and the Movie Echo Score. Rated films average a score of 89. Re-order the list to see the best-rated films or the biggest hits first.

Patricia Quinn Movies as an Actor

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  1. 2025 Strange Journey: The Story of Rocky Horror (2025) movie poster Strange Journey: The Story of Rocky Horror Documentary Movie Echo Score: 90
  2. 2013 The Lords of Salem (2013) movie poster The Lords of Salem Thriller
  3. 2000 Rocky Horror 25: Anniversary Special (2000) movie poster Rocky Horror 25: Anniversary Special
  4. 1988 Clean and Sober (1988) movie poster Clean and Sober as June · Drama
  5. 1987 Doctor Who: Dragonfire (1987) movie poster Doctor Who: Dragonfire as Belazs · Adventure
  6. 1987 Doctor Who: Dragonfire (1987) movie poster Doctor Who: Dragonfire as Belazs · Adventure
  7. 1986 Osa (1986) movie poster Osa as Lydia · Sci-Fi
  8. 1986 Lost Empires (1986) movie poster Lost Empires as Doris Tingley
  9. 1983 The Meaning of Life (1983) movie poster The Meaning of Life Comedy
  10. 1983 Monty Python’s The Meaning of Life (1983) movie poster Monty Python’s The Meaning of Life as Mrs. Williams · Comedy
  11. 1982 Waitress! (1982) movie poster Waitress! as Mr. Cowley's Assistant #2 · Comedy
  12. 1981 Shock Treatment (1981) movie poster Shock Treatment Comedy
  13. 1981 The Rocky Horror Treatment (1981) movie poster The Rocky Horror Treatment as (archive footage) · Documentary
  14. 1980 Hawk the Slayer (1980) movie poster Hawk the Slayer as Sorceress · Adventure
  15. 1980 The Outsider (1980) movie poster The Outsider Drama
  16. 1980 Witching Time (1980) movie poster Witching Time as Lucinda Jessup · Horror
  17. 1979 The Outsider (1979) movie poster The Outsider as Siobhan · Drama
  18. 1978 An Unmarried Woman (1978) movie poster An Unmarried Woman Drama
  19. 1977 A Christmas Carol (1977) movie poster A Christmas Carol as Ghost of Christmas Past · Drama
  20. 1976 Beauty and the Beast (1976) movie poster Beauty and the Beast as Susan · Family
  21. 1976 Sebastiane (1976) movie poster Sebastiane as Emperor's Guest · Drama
  22. 1973 Isn’t It Shocking? (1973) movie poster Isn’t It Shocking? as Ma Tate · Mystery
  23. 1973 Adolf Hitler - My Part in His Downfall (1973) movie poster Adolf Hitler - My Part in His Downfall as Girl at Dance · Comedy
  24. 1972 Rentadick (1972) movie poster Rentadick as Chauffeuse · Comedy
  25. 1972 The Alf Garnett Saga (1972) movie poster The Alf Garnett Saga as Second Bird – Jim's Girlfriend · Comedy
  26. 1971 Shoot Out (1971) movie poster Shoot Out as Juliana · Western
  27. 1971 Zachariah (1971) movie poster Zachariah as Belle Starr · Western
  28. 1969 Alice’s Restaurant (1969) movie poster Alice’s Restaurant as Alice Brock · Comedy
  29. 1966 The Chase (1966) movie poster The Chase as Girl at Party (uncredited) · Drama
  30. 1964 Where Has Poor Mickey Gone? (1964) movie poster Where Has Poor Mickey Gone? Crime
Biography

Who Is Patricia Quinn?

Patricia Quinn was born in Belfast, Northern Ireland in 1944 and is 82 years old. Credited on films since 1964, as an actor. The background, training and the roles that shaped the career.

Patricia Quinn, Lady Stephens (born 28 May 1944) is a renowned Northern Irish actress and singer, primarily recognized for her role as Magenta in the 1975 musical comedy horror film The Rocky Horror Picture Show. Her unique acting journey stretches from stage plays like the original production of The Rocky Horror Show to recent horror films like The Lords of Salem. Born in Belfast, Quinn was raised in a passionate environment where she tapped into her innate talent for acting. In 1971, she demonstrated her acting prowess with a six-month tenure with the Citizens Theatre in Glasgow. Quinn's acting career is dappled with roles that span television series, films, and theater plays. She is well-received for her considerable contribution to cult cinema, especially her performances in The Rocky Horror Picture Show and Shock Treatment. Her notable television stint includes playing Livilla in I, Claudius in 1976 and The Professionals, and stints in the Doctor Who series. Apart from the acting realm, Quinn also explored the music industry with famed London-based band The Grand and the DJ scene. She has also made memorable appearances in multiple Rocky Horror Picture Show conventions, proving her undying love and dedication for the cult classic.

Works with

Who Patricia Quinn Makes Movies With

The actors and directors Patricia Quinn shares the most films with. Barry Bostwick comes first, with 4 films together, followed by John Cleese (3).

FAQ

Patricia Quinn: Questions & Answers

How many movies Patricia Quinn has made, the biggest hit, the best-rated film, the award record and more, answered from the filmography above.

How many movies has Patricia Quinn been in?

Patricia Quinn is credited on 33 films, from 1964 to 2025. The filmography on this page lists every one of them, newest first, with the role and the Movie Echo Score.

What is Patricia Quinn's highest-grossing movie?

The Meaning of Life (1983) is Patricia Quinn's biggest box office hit, with $14.9M worldwide, ahead of Monty Python’s The Meaning of Life (1983) ($14.9M). Across every film with box office figures, Patricia Quinn's movies have made $40.3M.

Patricia Quinn's biggest hits

What is the best Patricia Quinn movie?

By the Movie Echo Score, which blends critic reviews, audience ratings and lasting impact, Patricia Quinn's best-rated film is Strange Journey: The Story of Rocky Horror (2025) with a score of 90, followed by Strange Journey: The Story of Rocky Horror (2025) (88).

Best Patricia Quinn movies, ranked

How old is Patricia Quinn?

Patricia Quinn is 82 years old, born on May 28, 1944 in Belfast, Northern Ireland.

What is Patricia Quinn's newest movie?

The most recent film on Patricia Quinn's filmography is Strange Journey: The Story of Rocky Horror (2025).

Who does Patricia Quinn work with most often?

Patricia Quinn shares the most films with Barry Bostwick (4 films), John Cleese (3 films) and Tim Curry (3 films).

The Best Patricia Quinn Movies, Ranked

Top rated, most awarded and biggest box office hits from 33 credits.

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