Natascha Mcelhone is best known for roles in ‘The Truman Show’ (Christof’s wife), ‘Californication’ (Karen), ‘Solomon Kane’ (Meredith), and ‘The Crown’ (Lady Anne Tennant).
Films
- Mrs. Harris Goes to ParisClaudine2022
- Little JoeIvy2019
- Ladies in BlackMagda2018
- Pride and Prejudice and ZombiesMrs. Bennet2016
- The Devil’s DoubleSarrab2011
- The Other Boleyn GirlElizabeth Boleyn2008
- SolarisRheya2002
- The Truman ShowLauren/Sylvia1998
- Surviving PicassoFrançoise Gilot1996
- Cold LazarusSandra Sollars1996
TV shows
- The CrownLady Anne Tennant2022
- Hotel PortofinoBella Ainsworth2022
- The Lost Honour of Katharina BlumTrude Blorna2020
- The Secret World of Lewis CarrollPresented by (narrator/docudrama)2015
- The WidowGeorgina2014
- CalifornicationKaren van der Beek (seasons 1-7)2007
- The GovernorPrison Officer1995
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About Natascha Mcelhone
Natascha McElhone is a British actress known for her refined, intelligent presence in film and television. Emerging in the 1990s, she has built a career across Hollywood blockbusters, independent films, and quality TV drama, notably starring as Karen in the series ‘Californication’ and appearing in ‘The Truman Show’ and ‘The Crown’.
FAQs
Is Natascha McElhone related to any other actors?
No, she is not related to any other well-known actors. Her surname is of Irish origin and comes from her first marriage to Martin Hirigoyen Kelly (a GP); they have two sons.
What is Natascha McElhone’s most famous role?
She is widely recognised for playing Karen van der Beek in the TV series ‘Californication’ (2007–2014) opposite David Duchovny, and for her role as Lauren/Sylvia in the film ‘The Truman Show’ (1998).
Did Natascha McElhone appear in The Crown?
Yes, she played Lady Anne Tennant (née Coke) in the fifth season of ‘The Crown’ (2022), appearing in episodes focusing on the royal family’s country life.
Has she done any stage work?
Yes, she has significant theatre credits including starring in ‘The Maids’ at the Donmar Warehouse, ‘The Seagull’ at the Royal Court, and ‘The Promise’ at the National Theatre. However, this filmography focuses on screen credits.
What type of roles does she typically play?
McElhone often portrays intelligent, sophisticated, sometimes reserved women. She excels in period dramas, psychological thrillers, and character-driven stories, both contemporary and historical.
Sources & where to watch: IMDb · Wikipedia · Where to watch (JustWatch UK) · Updated June 2026