Miranda Wilson is a seasoned New Zealand actress whose screen and stage career spans over three decades, with a body of work that reflects her range, depth, and dedication to craft. She is based in Auckland and works across Aotearoa and Australia, with screen credits including Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power (Amazon), The Brokenwood Mysteries, Westside, The Shannara Chronicles (MTV), and Mahana (dir. Lee Tamahori).
Miranda’s early career was grounded in bold and experimental theatre productions throughout the late 1980s and 1990s, performing in works by Caryl Churchill, Shakespeare, and original New Zealand theatre, under the direction of respected figures such as Michael Hurst, Murray Lynch, and Anatoly Frusin. Her roles span classical heroines to contemporary character work, showcasing a chameleon-like ability to embody strong, complex women across genres and eras.
In film, she has worked on both local and international projects, including a recent voice performance in the interactive Netflix feature Choose Love. Her television credits reflect both drama and fantasy, with recurring work in South Pacific Pictures productions and beyond.
Miranda is also engaged in academic theatre research and is currently undertaking a PhD in Theatre Practice at the University of Auckland, further enriching her creative process with critical insight and dramaturgical depth.
